Author: felix@elixnews.co.ug
Mukono District Local Government has officially signed a contract agreement with China Railway No. 5 Engineering Group for the construction of the second phase of the Ntenjeru–Buule Road, a 10.5km strategic road corridor under the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area Urban Development Programme (GKMA-UDP), supported by the World Bank. The signing ceremony, chaired by the Chief Administrative Officer Mr. Henry Damba, marked a significant milestone in Mukono’s ongoing efforts to expand modern road infrastructure and improve connectivity within the district. The signed agreements include China Railway No. 5 Engineering Group – Main Contractor sh 32,513,196,962, Hersun Consults Limited – Supervising Consultant shs1,039,010,000…
The National Information Technology Authority–Uganda (NITA-U), in conjunction with the Personal Data Protection Office (PDPO), today brought together leaders and representatives from various professional associations for the Beera Ku Guard Professional Associations’ Engagement, a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening Uganda’s national culture of safe digital practices, cybersecurity awareness, and responsible data protection. The engagement forms part of the broader Beera Ku Guard campaign, which seeks to empower institutions, professionals, and citizens to safeguard personal data and adopt cyber-safe habits in their daily operations, while supporting compliance with Uganda’s data protection and privacy legal framework. The engagement opened with remarks from…
By Felix Oketcho Although Uganda Creative Industry is growing at terrific speed,Piracy remains one of the most persistent threats to Uganda’s creative industry undermining the livelihoods of filmmakers, musicians, broadcasters and other content creators who depend on their work for income. Dr Abdul Sallam Waiswa, Head of Litigation, Prosecution and Legal advisory at Uganda Communication Commission, described piracy as a broad word that summarizes any action through which somebody accesses another person’s creative work and uses it for their own benefit without the owner’s permission. He explains that the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights Act of 2006 grants creators full ownership of their…
For many Ugandans, the dream of financial independence often feels distant, and overshadowed by unpredictable income streams, high living costs, and the daily pressures of survival. According to financial experts, true and lasting stability doesn’t come from luck, inheritance, or sudden windfalls, but from discipline, planning, and small daily habits that strengthen financial control and resilience. According to Mark Muyobo, CEO NCBA Bank Uganda, the country’s economy today runs on two powerful engines- cash and mobile money, because everyone relies on these tools for daily trade, payments, and savings. He however warned that digital convenience comes at a price, because…
Members of General Court Martial have been formally sworn in at the Uganda Supreme Court Offices in Kampala. The swearing-in completes the fully constituted structure of the General Court Martial, providing the army’s judicial system with a framework to handle matters of discipline within the forces and other related offences. The development follows the landmark Supreme Court ruling of January 31, 2025, which issued recommendations aimed at reforming Uganda’s military court system. Presiding over the ceremony on behalf of His Excellency President Yoweri Museveni, the Principal Judge, Hon. Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, commended the President for his guidance in…
Uganda Baati has marked a major leadership milestone as its Chief Executive Officer, George Arodi, completes nine years at the helm of the company—a tenure defined by growth, innovation, and a strong commitment to national development. George Arodi is an accomplished Chief Executive with a proven record of delivering transformation, profitability, and sustainable growth across multiple markets in Africa is listed among East Africa’s best-performing CEOs. Head Corporate Affairs Jackie Tahakanizibwa says Arodi has overseen a period of strategic transformation that has strengthened Uganda Baati’s position as a leading manufacturer of quality roofing solutions in the country. “Under his leadership, the company has…