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World-Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), in collaboration with Uganda governments and development partners, have launched the One Health Preparedness, Prevention, and Response Project, a $25 million regional initiative aimed at addressing the rising threat of zoonotic diseases in the Greater Virunga Landscape. The One Health initiative takes a holistic approach to public health, recognizing the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health across Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). “The connections between people, animals, and the environment in relation to health have been recognized for decades, and the One Health approach has existed since 2003. Yet it…
Shelter Afrique Development Bank (ShafDB) and African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have signed a groundbreaking Joint Project Preparation Facility (JPPF) Framework Agreement. This strategic partnership aims to unlock a cumulative investment value of at least US$1 billion and is set to significantly transform housing and urban development across the continent and boost trade and investment. Signed on the sidelines of the ongoing fourth Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025) by Mr. Thierno-Habib Hann, Managing Director and CEO, ShafDB, and Ms. Oluranti Doherty, Managing Director, Export Development Afreximbank, the agreement aims to provide early-stage project preparation financing, propelling projects from concept to bankability efficiently…
President Yoweri Museveni has hailed King Oyo Nyimba for preserving Tooro cultural heritage. Delivering President Museveni’s message, Speaker Among is exalting Omukama Oyo for his visionary leadership and his efforts in safeguarding Tooro’s rich heritage, while also reaffirming the President’s strong support for cultural institutions as key partners in Uganda’s peace and socio-economic transformation. He praised Tooro Kingdom for complementing government programs in education, health, and youth empowerment, stressing that such collaboration ensures stability and shared growth. Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among prayed for His Majesty Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of Tooro Kingdom during his 30th Coronation…
Known as Uganda first industrial capital city,Jinja City will host this year’s edition of National E-Mobility Expo 2025 from September 18-19, 2025 at the state-of-the-art Kiira Vehicle Plant in Jinja. Dr. Monica Musenero Masanza, Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation this year’s expo unites policy ambition, scientific excellence, collective ecosystem action, and the power of talent into one resounding national statement: Uganda setting the pace, we are driving our future, together. Musenero noted that this iconic event is the ignition point of a bold, homegrown movement to reimagine how Ugandans move, build, and innovate. “This Expo is acall to action,…
The Ugandan government, working through the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC), has signed a Grant and Project Implementation Agreement for a five-year project to improve water, sanitation, and urban infrastructure for refugees and host communities in Northern Uganda. The project, valued at approximately EUR 22.6 million, is a collaboration with the German Government through Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW) Development Bank, and the European Union. The “Climate Resilience and Water Infrastructure for Refugees and Host Communities in Northern Uganda” project aims to enhance living conditions in Arua city and the surrounding districts of Maracha and Terego. The initiative will focus…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today flagged off National Resistance Movement (NRM) mobilizers from all over the country to sensitize the masses on different government programs aimed at lifting the lives of the wanainchi. “It seems you are clear about the vision and strategy of NRM because that’s always the problem people, don’t know how to get out of poverty”the President said during a meeting at State House, Entebbe. The mobilizers were led by Hajat Amina Mukalazi. President Museveni who is also the National chairman of the NRM party saluted the team for their dedication and hard work. “While we…
A union of various government agencies has mutually agreed to enhance the publicity of their achievements thus far, stating that President Yoweri Museveni-led administration has done a lot, but not all of it has been duly publicised. This was revealed yesterday during a fourth meeting of leaders of government agencies held at State House Investors’ Protection Unit (SHIPU) offices in Kampala and was chaired by Dr. Barirega Akankwasah, the Executive Director of National Environment Management Authority (NEMA). said “Some Ugandans are not even aware that Uganda has a second International airport (Kabaale), government agencies should commit more of their budgets…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today passed out 1,372 secondary school teachers from Greater Mbarara and Ntungamo regions who have been undergoing a patriotism course at Ntare School,Mbarara City. The training which started on 26 th August, 2025, ran under the theme:“Transforming Teachers lives through Patriotism”. During the pass-out ceremony, President Museveni congratulated the participants for successfully finishing their course. “I want to thank Hellen Seku and the instructors for training you very well in such a short time,” he said. According to President Museveni, the effort of patriotism which he launched in 2009 is very crucial for the country…
President Yoweri Museveni has personally handed over shs2.4 billion to the Uganda Cranes, a pledge he made to the team ahead of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), which Uganda co-hosted with Kenya and Tanzania. President Museveni pledged shs1.2 billion for each win to Uganda Cranes team during CHAN 2024. The Uganda Cranes, who were eliminated at the quarterfinal stage by Senegal, won two games, earning them the full shs2.4 billion reward. “This evening, Maama and I hosted the Uganda Cranes for dinner at Entebbe after their commendable performance in the tournament,” President Museveni said. “I took the opportunity to share a…
Kampala Property Mogul Dr.Sudhir Ruparelia has been awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievers Award at the National Property Awards 2025.The annual awards was Organized by the Uganda Homeowners Association (UHA), at Sheraton Hotel on Saturday. According to Edwin Musiime the organizer,life Time Award celebrates Sudhir’s transformative contributions to Uganda’s real estate sector and urban development, cementing his legacy as a pioneer in shaping the nation’s skyline.“Dr. Sudhir has dedicated his life to elevating the standards of living for Ugandans,” Musiime said. The National Property Awards underscored Sudhir’s enduring influence on Uganda’s urban transformation. His vision continues to inspire innovative real estate…