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President Yoweri Museveni has commissioned the $250 million Wagagai Gold Mining Project in Busia District, unveiling the country’s first refinery capable of producing 99.99% pure gold. The project, described as a milestone for Uganda’s mineral sector, is expected to end decades of raw mineral exports, generate millions of dollars in revenue, and create thousands of jobs through value addition. Museveni praised Wagagai Mining (U) Co., Ltd. for setting up the state-of-the-art facility. He said for decades Uganda exported raw copper that had to be refined abroad before being re-imported, a process that robbed the country of revenue. “I want to…
The Head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col.Edith Nakalema has today met and held fruitful discussions with the leaders of government agencies. The meeting held at SHIPU offices in Kampala mainly focused on goals and strategies for promoting Uganda’s national development. Col. Nakalema revealed that Uganda’s growth aspirations encapsulated in the National Development Plan IV (NDPIV) aim to accelerate the socio-economic transformation of the country. “The goal of the plan is to achieve higher household incomes, full monetization of the economy, and employment for sustainable socio- economic transformation,” she said. Col. Nakalema also noted that as heads…
President Yoweri Museveni has proposed the formation of a select committee of representatives from the Lango subregion to directly engage government on the unresolved issue of cattle compensation. The President made the proposal on Sunday, August 17, 2025, during a meeting with leaders and residents at Lango College grounds, where frustration mounted over corruption and delays in the program. “I was recently in Soroti in the Teso subregion and heard the same concerns. I think the best way now is for you to select very reliable people who will represent you in Kampala so that we can conclude this matter…
Sabalwanyi Semalungu is a soul that saved Uganda out of the tyrannical and bloody hands!! Uganda remains safe under the visionary leadership of H.E Gen.Yoweri Kaguta Museveni Tibuhaburwa. As we gear up towards the Presidential Elections, it is imparative that we quickly retrieve the gallant struggle that led to the peaceful shinning Uganda we are currently zooming and enjoying. Memories provide a sense of continuity, connecting our past experiences to our present self, helping us understand who we are and how we’ve become the people we are today. In Runyoro -Rutooro we have an old adage “Ataijuka eby’enyuma tafumbata Mukaikuru”…
President Yoweri Museveni has urged manufacturers of electricals to come and invest in Uganda to grow Uganda’s economy. In his speech read by Prime Minister Robinah Nabanja Museveni said Uganda offers very diverse opportunities in all sectors and it is only those that tap into them that have reaped and can testify to the resourcefulness of our investment packages. “We are pleased to witness the growth and expansion of CHINT over the years and like I always say, CHINT is not Chinese Company but a Ugandan Company that is bringing in revenue to build the Ugandan economy. I wish to…
Telecom Giant MTN Uganda has scooped prestigious Uganda’s most Admired Brand Award 2025 courtesy of Brand Africa This happened at the awards ceremony held in Kampala under the theme: Celebrating the Most Admired Brands in Uganda. Established in 2010, brand Africa is an intergenerational movement to inspire a brand-led African renaissance to drive Africa’s competitiveness, connect Africa and create a positive image of the continent. State Minsiter for ICT kabyanga urged the corporate companies to invest in Corporate Social Responsibility to drive their brand power among consumers. “I wish to implore Uganda’s made brands to give back society in social…
Uganda government is calling upon small and medium enterprises to embrace the value of accrediting their products as it is the gate way to international markets. This was contained in a message delivered to the public by the Minister of state for Trade industry and cooperatives David Bahati as Uganda observed the world accreditation day. The World Accreditation Day (WAD) is a global initiative established by the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and International Accreditation Forum (IAF), to raise awareness on the importance of accreditation amongst all relevant stakeholders. The day is celebrated in over 100 economies worldwide, represented by more than 100 accreditation…
Church of Uganda will convene the All Clergy Conference (ACC) from 18th to 21st August 2025 at Uganda Christian University (UCU) in Mukono next week. The conference will bring together Clergy from Church of Uganda’s 39 Dioceses to share fellowship, strengthen pastoral ministry, and reflect on the mission of the Church in the 21st century. Guided by the theme “The Good Shepherd and the Flock of God”* (Ezekiel 34:1–31), the ACC will be officially opened by His Grace, The Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu, Archbishop of the Church of Uganda. He will also preside and preach at the…
Uganda’s Veteran Musician Daniel Kazibwe, aka Ragga Dee says Parliament does not influx of legislators to represent artists and creative sector in next parliament 2026 to 2031. Appearing on NTV on Friday, he commented on the performance of artist-MPs in the current 11th Parliament and cautioned against an influx of similar candidates in the upcoming 12th Parliament. “What we need is not more artist MPs but people who care about their entire constituencies,” he said. He stressed that a good legislator must be able to speak on a wide range of issues affecting all sectors from politics and business to…
Veteran Ugandan journalist Alan Kasujja has announced his departure from the BBC News after a remarkable 13-years in service. In a heartfelt message shared on social media, Kasujja reflected on his journey, describing his time at the BBC as “transformative” and a period of “constant growth… breaking barriers… amplifying African voices… going into spaces that would otherwise never be explored.” Kasujja expressed gratitude to his colleagues across the BBC network, particularly teams behind Africa Daily and Newsday, acknowledging their support in shaping impactful reporting. He also paid tribute to his family and friends, noting that their encouragement was crucial to…