Economy posts positive results despite negative predictions
The country’s economic performance got a positive nod in the second quarter of the year, between April and June 2024, expanding by 6.6 percent, despite predictions by a...
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Inside Opposition electoral reforms
The Opposition is seeking leave to table different electoral and constitutional reforms ahead of 2026 General Elections. Daily Monitor has seen seven draft Bills which se...
Despite FIFA Approval, Hamz Stadium Fails to Meet AFCON Standards
Ugandan football fans got a taste of hope this week when Nakivubo’s management gleefully announced that FIFA had officially certified the stadium’s turf system. The c...
Digital technology will make bad education worse
Soon, laptops, smartphones, tablets, and other digital devices may be available for use by learners and teachers in primary and secondary schools. This follows the launch...
World Bank says 26 poorest nations in worst financial shape since 2006
The world's 26 poorest countries, home to 40% of the most poverty-stricken people, are more in debt than at any time since 2006 and increasingly vulnerable to natural d...
Why Pennsylvania could hold the keys to the White House
The White House’s address may be 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, but the real road to the presidency runs through the state of Pennsylvania, the biggest prize among the elect...
Government Terminates Kilembe Mines Contract Following Investor’s Massive Mineral Export Request
The government has terminated its agreement with Tibet-Hima Mining Company for the management and operation of Kilembe Mines, which is a major step forward for Uganda's m...
MTN Uganda withdraws advert after public outcry over ‘sexualisation’
MTN Uganda announced Friday that it is retrieving an advert for one of its data bundle campaigns after getting negative feedback from the public.The video advert has been...
Independent candidate in Mozambique poll threatens nationwide strike if ruling party wins
Independent presidential candidate Venancio Mondlane on Friday threatened to call a nationwide strike and bring Mozambique to a standstill if ruling party Frelimo claimed...
Why you must always test your soil
In the early stages, Uganda's soils were considered fertile and little was done to improve productivity in a systematic way. However it was soon realised that crop yields...