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Updated Program For H.E. the President’s PDM Zonal Tour for Busoga Sub-Region
The Presidential Press Unit (PPU) informs the General Public that His Excellency the President of the Republic of Uganda will resume his nationwide Parish Development Model (PDM) performance assessment tour in Busoga Sub-Region starting on Wednesday, January 22 and ending on Saturday, January 25, 2025.
The schedule of the visit is as follows;
Wednesday, January 22, 2025:
Visit Buwala Tolofisa, a PDM...
Teen Cranes Dominate Namibia to Advance to FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers Second Round.
Uganda U17 Women’s National Team advanced to the second round of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers with remarkable ease, securing a comprehensive double over Namibia.
The Teen Cranes dominated their opponents in the second leg on Sunday at Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo, clinching an emphatic 8-1 victory.
Notably, Uganda had already set the tone with a commanding 10-0 triumph in...
Nkaheza Technologies Proudly Introduces Its Latest Innovation
A locally manufactured vehicle, proudly showcasing the yellow NRM colors, is set to revolutionize Uganda’s transportation landscape in 2026. Despite encountering initial challenges and a lack of support after our first innovation, our team of dedicated innovators remained steadfast, fueled by a passion to create impactful solutions.
This new vehicle stands as a testament to our commitment to innovation and...
Flynas Launches Direct Flights Between Riyadh and Entebbe
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) celebrated the arrival of Flynas' inaugural direct flight from Riyadh to Entebbe on January 16, 2025. Touching down at Entebbe International Airport at 3:30 AM, the Airbus A320 neo received a grand water cannon salute before departing at 4:30 AM.
Flynas will now operate three weekly flights on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, strengthening connectivity...
Funding Gaps Stall NARO’s Anti-Tick Vaccine Factory and Agriculture Sector Growth Plans
A last minute adjustment in the corrigenda of the 2024/2025 national budget denied the National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) Shs60 billion in funding to operationalise the anti-tick vaccine factory for commercial production.
The revelation was made by the Minister of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, Hon. Frack Tumwebaze during a meeting with the sectoral committee at Parliament on Friday, 17...
President Museveni Meets Delegation From White House
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Friday 17th January, 2025 met a delegation from the White House at State Lodge, Nakasero.
The delegation, accompanied by the Speaker of Parliament, Rt Hon. Anita Among, comprised Dr. Rollan Roberts, the former US Presidential Candidate, Mr. David Woodruff, representing the Senate of West Virginia, and Mr. Siljander Mark Deli, the former Congressman and Ambassador.
During...
Strengthening Ties: Uganda and India Discuss Bilateral Collaboration
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. Gen. Jeje Odongo Abubakhar, hosted H.E. Upender Singh Rawat, the Indian High Commissioner to Uganda, at the Ministry headquarters in Kampala. Their discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations and advancing shared interests between the two nations.
During the meeting, the Ministry extended an invitation to the High Commissioner for a media launch scheduled for January...
UPDF Student Officers Gain Practical Insights into Disarmament and Security Operations in Karamoja Sub-region
Student officers from the Junior Staff Course intake 36/24-25 of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) undertook a study visit to the 3 Infantry Division to enhance their comprehension of joint staff responsibilities, the role of combat support units, coordination with allied security agencies, stakeholder involvement, and community engagement in disarmament efforts within the Karamoja Sub-region.
The visit aimed to...
President Museveni Invites Investors to Uganda and Africa at the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025 Summit
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called on investors worldwide to come and do business in Uganda in particular and Africa in general that today offers a myriad of investment opportunities in various sectors.
He said that Uganda’s economy is growing at a fast rate but only needs a stimulant in the form of adding value to its products to accelerate...
Electoral Commission to Display Local Government Council Electoral Areas Ahead of 2025/2026 General Elections
In preparation for the upcoming 2025/2026 General Elections, the Electoral Commission (EC) has announced the public display of demarcated Local Government Council Electoral Areas. The exercise will run from January 13th to January 20th, 2025.
The initiative aims to ensure that the boundaries of all electoral areas are clearly defined, ensuring fair representation for all administrative units. Additionally, this process...
