Author: felix@elixnews.co.ug
As the world embraces strategies to address impacts of environment and Climate Change , it is imperative that we recognize the critical role that businesses play in shaping our planet’s future. For too long, the pursuit of profit by our own enterprises has come at the expense of the environment, perpetuating a cycle of degradation and pollution that threatens the very foundation of our existence. However, I firmly believe that businesses can be a force for good, driving sustainable growth and development that benefits both us the people, and the planet. The pursuit of sustainable development goals (SDGs) extends…
Your Excellency, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni I write to you with a grave sense of immediacy and optimism about the destiny of our great nation as Vice Chancellor of Victoria University and a passionate advocate for her progress. My name is Professor Lawrence Muganga, and I have dedicated my career to instilling knowledge and fostering creativity in Uganda. We are at a critical point in our history where what we decide now will impact generations of Ugandans. This open letter, Your Excellency, implores you to emphasize emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Immersive Technology, Blockchain, Quantum Computing, and…
Uganda has been commended by the Oslo-based Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) Board for open policy on oil and Minerals. The Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) is a global initiative that promotes the open and accountable management of oil, gas and mineral resources. Its implementation is overseen by the EITI International Board chaired by Rt Hon Helen Clark. The Board represents extractive companies, investors, international civil society organizations and supporting country governments. Uganda’s validation score published by the EITI Board on May 21 was based on the implementation of the 2019 EITI standard. According to the EITI validation classification,…
Forum for Democratic Change has launched digital membership registration and mobilisation drive ahead of 2026 general elections. FDC party president Patrick Amuriat urged the public to embrace online registration to engage in Uganda’s political change. “As you are aware the last 3 years of our political journey has been characterized by consistent attacks, false and unfounded allegations, envy, hate, terrible insults, blackmail, coup attempts , threats of elimination of our leaders and a malicious media onslaught that threatened to destabilize the FDC.Despite all these disturbances we all, united by the resolve to defend and protect our Party Constitution spared…
Uganda has organised the first-ever Land Learning Week conference to discuss and reflect on the challenges and progress realised in the land sector. Organised under the government and the Civil Society Organisations (CSOS) partnerships in land governance, the learning week will kick off from June 9 to June 15, 2024, at Speke Resort, Munyonyo in Kampala. It is expected to attract attendance from 100 foreign delegates from over 40 different countries. The pronouncement was made by Judith Nabakooba, the Minister for Lands, Housing and Urban Development while addressing journalists on June 7 at the Media Centre in Kampala. Nabakooba said…
The Ministry of Lands Housing and Urban Development is committed to ensuring that the proposed Makerere University Regional Centre for Urban Research, Governance, and Innovation (MURCURGI) is fully established. Hon. Judith Nabakooba, the Minister for Lands Housing and Urban Development expressed the commitment of her ministry and commended the individual efforts behind the establishment of the center both by staff of the College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology, Department of Architecture and Physical planning as well as the development partners that include the European Union and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) The Minister was officiating at the closure…
Its back, bigger and better and time is ticking. Have you bought your ticket? Popular Pan African Pyramid Global Awards 7th edition will be happening on 31st August at Fair Hotel Kampala. Pan African Pyramid Global Awards have consistently recognized influential Pan Africanists who have played pivotal roles in uplifting the continent socially, economically, and politically. According to PAP Awards organiser Andrew Irumba this year’s edition of the awards will be held under the theme:Pan Africanism, Environmentalism and Humanism The Pan-African Pyramid is an intellectual non-partisan discussion forum built on the Pillars of Pan Africanism,patriotism and nationalism whose Ideal/pre-occupation…
Uganda’s tax body Uganda Revenue Authority has failed to hit tax collection target of 29trillion in the financial year 2023/2024, this website has learnt. In the last national budget finance ministry put URA to task to collect 29 trillion for FY2023/2024. According to Henry Musasizi State Minister for Finance URA is expected to collect taxes worth UGX 31.574 trillion to finance the 2024/25 national budget, which is an increase of UGX 1.9 trillion from the current target of UGX 29.672 trillion in the current FY 2023/24. Musasizi expects URA to roll out and enforce electronic receipting…
By Felix Oketcho Are you facing financial challenges, Student loan scheme is here for grabs to further your education career. Government says shs 5.2billion is available in form of loans to support 1,100 learners in the Academic Year 2023/24. According to official statement the beneficiaries in the 10th cohort include 207 (33 percent) females with 518 (83 percent) of the 1,100 successful applicants on undergraduate degree programmes, while 107 (17 percent) are studying diploma programmes. Announcing the beneficiaries to media fraternity in Kampala, State Minister for Higher Education, Dr John Chrysostom Muyingo, urged parents to grab tge opportunity immediately…
In an effort to bolster cooperation and cement foreign relations,Uganda plans to open a resident diplomatic mission in South Korea to maximize benefits from their relations. Uganda’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Okello Oryem, met with South Korea’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Chung Byung-won, in Seoul to discuss strengthening bilateral relations. “The establishment of a resident Diplomatic Mission in Seoul will enhance our cooperation and allow us to achieve maximum benefits from our relations,” Okello Oryem stated. The discussions focused on collaborative solutions for sustainable development, tackling global challenges like climate change, food security, and health security. “These…