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The Minister for Trade, Francis Mwebesa has hailed Management Training and Advisory Centre for contributing to the country’s socio-economic transformation agenda by creating a pool of competent human resources needed for the job market. “The distinctive feature of MTAC is that it provides training to guarantee growth and sustainability of businesses, particularly MSMEs which have high mortality rate and yet they are the backbone of our economy. Apart from other courses in the areas of accounting and finance, management, ICT, procurement and logistics management among others, MTAC has been active in providing vocational training in various fields; such as…
MTN Uganda, under its transformative MTN Changemakers initiative, has handed over a fully refurbished and equipped youth centre to Tocau Karamoja, supporting the Akica Karamoja/Enlighten Karamoja project. This significant contribution, valued at UGX 20 million, includes the provision of furniture, electricity, modern computer lab and internet connectivity, marking a milestone in MTN Uganda’s commitment to fostering digital literacy and promoting education within the Karamoja region. The handover ceremony, attended by key community leaders, MTN Uganda representatives, and beneficiaries, celebrated the culmination of efforts to address the educational challenges faced by the youth in Nabilatuk District, Karamoja. The region, known…
The Executive Director of Management Training and Advisory Centre(MTAC ) in Nakawa Mr Soteri Nabeeta has asked ministry of finance to allocate them shs25.8billion to be able to train youth and women in entrepreneurial skills. Officiating at the 10th graduation ceremony on Friday, Nabeeta said this programme would play a significant role in the realization of planned development through the Parish Development Model. “The overall purpose for this programme is to enhance the entrepreneurial ability of the beneficiaries. The beneficiaries are sensitized about job creation and equipped with skills in making different products including pavers, candles, sanitary pads, exercise…
Kyegegwa, Uganda. As part of its unwavering commitment to sustainable development and community empowerment, MTN Uganda, under the auspices of the MTN Changemakers Initiative, proudly announces its latest endeavor – the construction of a borehole in Kyaka I, Kyaka I Kikuta village, Kyegegwa District. This vital project aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 6, aiming to ensure universal access to safe and clean water. In a generous collaboration combining both resources and manpower, MTN Uganda, through the MTN Foundation, contributed construction materials valued at UGX 13 Million. Additionally, MTN staff actively participated in the borehole’s construction, demonstrating…
In atactful move aimed to remain in power, President Yoweri Museveni has appointed First Son Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba as the new Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), the highest rank in Uganda’s military force. Gen Muhoozi who has been the Senior Presidential Advisor on Special Operations replaces Gen Wilson Mbadi, now appointed State Minister for Trade in the new cabinet reshuffle. However according to Defence spokesperson Brig Felix Kulayigye, Gen Museveni, former Commander in Chief (CiC) of the armed forces Lt Gen Sam Okiding was appointed as the Deputy CDF. Lt Gen Okiding replaces Gen Peter Elwelu, now appointed Museveni’s…
Over the Weekend, Jinja based Walukuba Barbarians left the Kings Park Arena with a bleeding nose after being thumped by the Stanbic Black Pirates. The fervently contested week 7 bout ended 29: 21 in favour of the incredible sea robbers who made good use of the first half where most tries were bagged, not forgetting the precious home advantage. Immersed with endless tackles and scrums, Marvin Odong, the head coach for Stanbic Black Pirates described the game as a well fought session that managed bring another win home. Odong said that though the performance is not the best his team…
About 91,000 people in Uganda contract Tuberculosis (TB) every year in Uganda according to Ministry of Health. Of this 240 contract TB every day despite having multiple TB interventions in the country. Uganda joined the rest of the World to commemorate WorldTB Day 2024 on March 24 with a commitment from government and stakeholders to step up efforts to end TB epidemic by 2030. “This day provides an opportunity for self-reflection and acceleration of our efforts to end the TB epidemic. Ending TB by 2030 is a priority for the government of Uganda. TB-affected households experience out-of-pocket expenditure of…
Health experts have asked Ministry of Education to review and upgrade current mental health nursing Curriculum to degree level to address global changes. Dr Juliet Nakku Chairperson of Butabika School of Psychiatric nursing says curriculum for degree and masters programmes is not available. ” The ministry of education should expedite the process of reviewing mental health training programme to ensure that there is curriculum for bachelor’s in nursing and masters in mental health nursing. The world is ahead of us, “Nakku said while officiating at Butabika School of Psychiatric nursing graduation ceremony on Friday. She also asked ministry of…
President Yoweri Museveni has commissioned Bukedea Teaching Hospital and College of Health Sciences, amultibillion hospital, built by Rt. Hon. Anita Among. The facility opened doors for its first patients on 15th January 2024. During the commissioning, President Museveni commended the Speaker of Parliament for being a very active and innovative cadre who aims at transforming the lives of Ugandans through constructive projects. “I’m very happy to be here and I want to congratulate my daughter for being such an active young person. First, it was a school and now a hospital,” Museveni said. “She is very active and innovative…
President Yoweri Museveni is set to officially launch Salaam Bank operations and kick start islamic banking options for the business community on 27th March at Kololo Independence ground this website has learnt. Bank of Uganda in September last year granted its first Islamic banking license to Salaam Bank Uganda Ltd , a subsidiary of a Djibouti-based bank after the Djibouti-based bank finalized the requirements of acquiring Top Finance Bank in Uganda. Salaam Bank officials said they are committed to offering banking services and offer loans in accordance with Islamic principles, with zero interest rates, as they officially launch their…