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US election: Ugandans hopeful vote outcome will sustain education aid

US election: Ugandans hopeful vote outcome will sustain education aid

The US heads to the polls today, with many across Africa, including Uganda, hopeful that the incoming president will maintain foreign aid that supports educational programmes. The US has significantly contributed to Uganda's education sector through scholarships, partnerships, funding, a

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Help me meet my prince charming

Help me meet my prince charming

I am a well-educated 36-year-old single mother. I have failed to find a man who is comfortable with my level of education and intelligence. I tend to fall for intelligent men, but unfortunately, they are all married. I have tried dating sites but men here just want to meet women for sex. I a

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MTN Foundation enhances Digital Access at St. Joseph’s Seminary Nyenga

MTN Foundation enhances Digital Access at St. Joseph’s Seminary Nyenga

MTN Uganda, through its corporate social responsibility arm, MTN Foundation, is excited to announce its latest initiative to boost digital access and education at St. Joseph’s Seminary Nyenga. As part of its commitment to empowering youth and bridging the digital divide, MTN Uganda is p

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Karamoja gets Shs20 billion EU project to enhance food security

Karamoja gets Shs20 billion EU project to enhance food security

The Permanent Secretary Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) Maj. Gen. David Kasura has said the European Union funded improving food security and resilience of food production systems project is set to enhance resilience and support sustainable food and nutrition s

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Why Black Friday is becoming a calendar event in Uganda

Why Black Friday is becoming a calendar event in Uganda

Black Friday in developed economies such as the United States has since become a calendar event in several countries across the globe, especially Africa.  This year it will kick off November 29, unofficially marking the start of the Christmas shopping season not only in the United State

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15,000 Busoga Muslim women to benefit from Museveni Shs2b donation

15,000 Busoga Muslim women to benefit from Museveni Shs2b donation

At least 15,000 Muslim women in Busoga Sub-region under their respective Saccos are set to benefit from a Shs2 billion donation from President Museveni. The national chairperson Uganda Muslim Women Council (UMWC), an affiliation of Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC), Ms Sophie Safina K

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Ssenyonyi wants probe into Shs550b Atiak sugar deal

Ssenyonyi wants probe into Shs550b Atiak sugar deal

The Leader of Opposition in Parliament (LoP), Mr Joel Ssenyonyi, has tasked the government to conduct a comprehensive audit to establish how Shs553.71 billion that has been pumped into Atiak Sugar Factory was utilised, saying there is little to nothing on ground to show for the money. Fo

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Uganda demands more support to host refugees

Uganda demands more support to host refugees

The Ugandan government has presented a set of demands to the international community, including funding agencies, in response to the increasing burden of hosting refugees.  Uganda currently hosts around 1.7 million refugees, straining the country’s resources as donor funding declines.

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How local firms are taking on engineering works at EACOP

How local firms are taking on engineering works at EACOP

“Diversifying into the oil and gas sector has increased the company’s revenue and transformed our global partnerships,” said Mr Derek Natumanya, chief operating officer at ICS Engineering and Environment Company in a recent interview.“This shift has empowered us to invest in technolo

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Why Uganda Needs Lady Justice Faridah Bukirwa Back on the Bench – A Stand for Women’s Empowerment

Why Uganda Needs Lady Justice Faridah Bukirwa Back on the Bench – A Stand for Women’s Empowerment

As Uganda’s judiciary faces growing calls to improve efficiency and fairness, one name has consistently risen above the rest: Lady Justice Faridah Bukirwa. Known for her dedication to the rule of law, she is celebrated for her ability to deliver swift and impartial justice. During her tenure at th

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