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FreedomEV has unveiled first electric public transport taxis in Uganda market as solution to addressing urban environmental pollution challenges. Officiating at the launch event Ratan Tayel, Director of FreedomEV, highlighted that this taxi is fully electric, making it cost effective because it eliminates fuel use “This vehicle will run 250 kilometres with one hour charging, and that hour charging will cost approximately shs40,000,” Tayel said. Ratan noted that the vehicle is environmentally friendly because it does not use fuel and does not contribute to sound pollution. “There is no sound, there is no pollution, So this is economical and environment…
Kamala Harris has accepted Democratic nomination for US presidential elections. Harris who us standing against Donald Trump says her focus is on unity and working-class aspiration. Harris has pledged to lead for all Americans and create an opportunity economy. “My entire career, I have only had one client people.”she remarked She recounted her mother’s journey as an immigrant from India. She talked about her childhood upbringing in a working-class neighbourhood in Oakland, California. Harris called for unity and a pathway beyond the bitterness, cynicism and divisive battles of modern American politics. She said that the US had a precious, fleeting…
Safal Uganda Baati Foundation, through its health thematic focus, has partnered with Rotary Uganda in the annual Rotary cancer run to raise funds that will raise awareness and make medical care for cancer patients easier to access. This marks the first official initiative undertaken by Safal Uganda Baati Foundation after its official launch last week as Uganda Baati celebrated its 60th anniversary. The 12th Annual Rotary Cancer Run is set to happen on the 25th August at the UMA Millennium Parking Grounds with the aim to raise awareness about cancer prevention and response, improve access to affordable and quality cancer…
The Director General of the Italian Development Cooperation Stefano Gatti made this revelation at on going 45th edition of the Rimini meeting in Italy where the prime minister Robinah Nabbanja is representing the country. The three year programme comes after the Italian government decided to continue her development support to African countries in what was termed as Italy – Africa Mattei plan of January 2024. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja is representing Uganda 45th edition of the Rimini meeting in Italy. The Mattei plan stipulates that African countries will take the lions share 65% , Middle East 14%, Asia 5%, middle…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has directed that the late Prof. Edward Khiddu Makubuya be accorded an official burial,Minister for Presidency,Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda has said. “His Execellency Gen. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, in line with Article 99 of the 1995 Constitution of the Republic of Uganda as amended which vests Executive Authority of Uganda in the President; has therefore directed that the Late. Hon. Prof. Edward Khiddu Makubuya be accorded an Official Burial,” she said in a statement dated 21st August, 2024. Prof. Makubuya died from Nakasero Hospital on 19th August, 2024. Hon. Babalanda revealed that the government of Uganda…
By Our Writer After much sweet talks, Equity Bank has finally handed over the land title of Janani Luwum Church House to Church of Uganda The ceremony took place during the 27th Church of Uganda Provincial Assembly, at Uganda Christian University in Mukono. The event brought together representatives from all dioceses in the province to celebrate the church’s achievements and contributions. The loan, totaling shs 60 billion was secured during the tenure of Archbishop Emeritus Henry Orombi. The repayment marks the culmination of a 40-year journey to complete the Church House project. “We are very excited to release the…
By Our Writer Faced with pressure over demands for oil progress, Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa has asked Ugandans to be patient as government completes processes to have oil by 2025. Uganda’s oil and gas sector is projected to transform the country’s economic landcape, with significant investments and strategic partnerships poised to drive growth, create jobs, and generate revenue. Dr. Ruth Nankabirwa, Minister for Energy and Mineral Development, while briefing journalists on the sector’s progress the Tilenga and Kingfisher development areas are buzzing with activity, with TotalEnergies, CNOOC, and UNOC working tirelessly to bring these projects to life. “The Tilenga…
The Final Investment Decision (FID) for the East African Crude oil project is expected before the end of September 2024 Uganda’s Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa has confirmed. According to the minister $3billion in debt financing is required for the financial close of the $5billion pipeline that will transport Uganda’s crude oil from Kabaale – Hoima in Uganda to the Chongoleani peninsula near Tanga port in Tanzania. Nankabirwa told the mid-year oil and gas sector media briefing that she recently traveled to China to meet the Chinese President, Xi Jinping, and the Chinese banks over the financing of EACOP. “I…
In a strategic move aimed to reach every customer needs, Uganda Baati the leading manufacturer and supplier of building solutions has launched an E-commerce platform aimed at delivering customers’ needs and services in the comfort of their homes. The online platform will enable clients to order for the right roofing of their choice and have it delivered to their preferred location without taking a trip to the roofing hardware as is the tradition. The Marketing Manager Uganda Baati Limited Macklean Kukunda said the innovation will enable them to service their customers needs from anywhere and at anytime. “We pride…
By Our Writer The Federation of Uganda Employers (FUE) signed a Memorandum of Collaboration, Cooperation, Advocacy and Lobbying with the Employers’ Federation of Pakistan (EFP) in Karachi, Pakistan on 10th August 2024. Mr. Douglas Opio, the Chief Executive Officer, FUE and Mr. Syed Nazar Ali, Secretary General EFP were the main signatories to the agreement on behalf of the employers’ organisations. This great milestone was witnessed by the Chief Guest Mr. Jam Kamal Khan, the Federal Minister of Commerce Pakistan. Others included Mr Zubair Motiwala, Executive Director Trade Development Authority of Pakistan, Majyd Aziz, Former President EFP, Dr Elly…