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President Yoweri Museveni hss appointed Celebrated musician Edrisah Musuuza aka Eddy Kenzo to serve as Senior Presidential Advisor on Creatives. Kenzo, the President and founder of Uganda National Musicians Federation steps in for the advisory role in a move that is aimed to bolster the music and performing arts industry in the country The news of his appointment for the big role came in on Wednesday night at around 10:30 pm, and a post from the musician’s wife, Phionah Nyamutoro confirmed the appointment with a congratulatory message. “Congratulations on your well-deserved appointment @eddykenzoficial, proud of you as always ❤️,”…

Land wrangles and evictions are very prominent injustices Uganda battling to address. However Dr Sam Mayanja, the recently appointed state minister for Lands,role in addressing land wrangles in gaining prominance. In recent years Minister Mayanja has built a reputation as a polarizing figure due to his strong views on the land issues in Buganda Kingdom. He has on several occasions through his provocative newspaper opinions, attacked Buganda kingdom over its mailo land tenure system. He has consistently claimed that the tenure is illegal and government must do away with it. Since Mayanja has been a strong critic of Buganda leadership…

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 Kamugisha ED Uganda Export…

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 ourselves…

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 title of Church House…

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 commiserates…

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 was…

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 project has completed 63…

President Yoweri Museveni hss appointed Celebrated musician Edrisah Musuuza aka Eddy Kenzo to serve as Senior Presidential Advisor on Creatives. Kenzo, the President and founder of Uganda National Musicians Federation steps in for the advisory role in a move that is aimed to bolster the music and performing arts industry in the country The news of his appointment for the big role came in on Wednesday night at around 10:30 pm, and a post from the musician’s wife, Phionah Nyamutoro confirmed the appointment with a congratulatory message. “Congratulations on your well-deserved appointment @eddykenzoficial, proud of you as always ❤️,” Nyamutoro,…

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 Kamugisha ED Uganda Export…