KAMPALA — The Uganda Communications Commission has trained 1,800 boda boda riders in an ambitious drive to transform the country’s informal transport sector into a digitally integrated workforce. Through its Beera Ku Digital initiative, the commission is executing a structural intervention de
Full Figure and Charles Ssenkubuge will resume hosting their morning show Omusunsuzi on Salt TV on March 2, 2026, months after it was suspended by UCC over violations of broadcasting standards.Full Figure and Charles Ssenkubuge will resume co-hosting their morning show on Salt TV next mont
If we become permanent members of BRICS, the most obvious benefit shall be economic. Our economy relies heavily on agriculture, raw materials, and a growing services sector. We need big markets like those of China and India for our agricultural produce.Uganda has a young population, with a
At least 20 students from underprivileged backgrounds are set to benefit from scholarships worth Shs 3.85 billion to pursue science and technology degree programmes at leading universities in Uganda.The scholarships are being offered under the Airtel Africa Foundation Tech Fellowship, a ne
For an institution created to sniff out dirty money and choke financial crime at its roots, the spotlight is now uncomfortably fixed on the watchdog itself.A damning Value for Money audit in the December 2025 report by the Auditor General has exposed glaring weaknesses at the Financial Int
Peter MukuruKAMPALA, Uganda — The Uganda Development Bank (UDB) has announced the appointment of Peter Mukuru as Director of Business Technology and Member of the Executive Committee, strengthening the Bank’s leadership as it accelerates its digital transformation agenda.Mukuru
Rotary International President Francesco Arezzo, accompanied by his wife Anna Maria, is on a three-day visit focused on service projects and fellowship engagements. Right is Governor Geoffrey Kitakule of Rotary District 9213 and Health Minister, Ruth Acen.Kampala-Rotary District 9213 has l
The free movement of people and goods across these borders has facilitated the influx of weapons. The border stretches from Amudat through Moroto, Kotido, Kaabong, and Karenga is particularly porous, allowing communities from neighboring countries to enter Karamoja illegally.Porous borders
KAMPALA, Uganda — The Rotary Club of Uptown Kampala hosted District Governor Geoffrey Kitakule on Feb. 14 to launch a community library aimed at empowering women and girls through increased access to education.The Mkazi Community Library was established in partnership with KCB Bank Ugand
Rome, Italy — Uganda’s Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Matia Kasaija, has met the President of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), Mr Alvaro Lario, in Rome, Italy, to discuss continued cooperation aimed at improving rural livelihoods and strengt
