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Africa Losing Its Crop Diversity, FAO Warns » Business Focus

Yurdi Yasmi, FAO’s Director of Plant Production and Protection The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is sounding alarm over the accelerated depletion of Africa’s crop diversity. In a joint statement by Yurdi Yasmi, FAO’s Director of Plant Production and Protection, and Abebe Haile-Gabriel, FAO Assistant Director-General and Regional Representative for Africa, officials warned that the continent is losing the genetic f…Entebbe · Entebbe Read Article

EC Gets First Batch Of Biometric Kits Ahead of 2026 Elections » Business Focus

A privately chartered Cargo Airline that Delivered the Biometric Machines at Entebbe International Airport on Monday. The Electoral Commission (EC) has received the first batch of 60,000 biometric voter verification kits as preparations for the 2026 general elections intensify. The consignment was delivered at Entebbe International Airport at 11:45 p.m., last night aboard a privately chartered cargo plane. It was received by EC Chairperson, Jus…Entebbe · Entebbe Read Article

Another Lockdown? Museveni Says He Still Follows COVID-19 SOPs, Nearly Four Years After Restrictions Were Lifted - The Witness Uganda

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has revealed that he continues to observe COVID-19 safety measures nearly four years after Uganda lifted pandemic-related restrictions, saying the experience changed his lifestyle and approach to public interaction. Speaking during a recent engagement, the President said he remains cautious about spending time in enclosed spaces, describing his routine as a personal standard operating procedure (SOP) he has follo…Yoweri Museveni · Entebbe Read Article

Elias Nalukoola Endorses Walukaga for Busiro East MP Race, Dismisses Critics

Kampala — Prominent lawyer and politician Elias Nalukoola has publicly endorsed kadongo kamu singer Sir Mathias Walukaga’s bid to contest for the Busiro East parliamentary seat in the 2026 general elections. Nalukoola stated that Walukaga possesses the qualifications and grassroots connection necessary to represent the constituency effectively. Speaking at a community event in Wakiso, Nalukoola dismissed growing public criticism that Walukaga la…Wakiso · Wakiso Read Article

Museveni Pledges Path to Tribal Recognition for Uganda’s Indian Community Amid Diwali Festivities

Entebbe, Uganda – In a landmark gesture toward national unity and economic reconciliation, President Yoweri Museveni has committed to consulting on the formal recognition of Uganda’s Indian diaspora as one of the country’s official tribes. The pledge, delivered during a joyous Diwali celebration at State House Entebbe, signals a deepening integration of the community that has become a cornerstone of Uganda’s post-colonial revival. The announceme…Yoweri Museveni · Entebbe See the Story

President Museveni commends Indian Community for positive contribution towards Uganda’s economy

Despite making up less than one per cent of Uganda’s population, the Indian Community, according to reports from the Ministry of Finance,Planning and Economic Development, contributes at least 65 per cent of the nation’s income tax revenue. This contribution was the basis for President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s speech, in which he commended the Indian Community for shielding Uganda’s economy through investment in industry and services. President …Yoweri Museveni · Entebbe See the Story

Museveni Receives $53m Military Equipment From Russia

Magamaga/Entebbe — President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has hailed Russia as one of Africa’s most enduring partners in the struggle for political liberation and development, noting that Uganda’s relationship with Moscow extends well beyond military cooperation to encompass shared ideological and historical values. The President made the remarks on Sunday, October 26, 2025, while officiating at the handover of defence equipment worth USD 53 million f…Entebbe · Entebbe Read Article

High court awards Shs 10m to man detained beyond 48 hours - The Observer

The High court in Kampala has ordered the government to pay Shs 10 million in compensation to a man who was unlawfully detained by police for 10 days without being produced in court. Frank Byansi was arrested on January 28, 2024, along Bulenga road and detained at the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) in Kireka, Wakiso […]Wakiso · Wakiso Read Article

There is life beyond the trenches, says Dr.Kisanja as he launches movement inspiring youth and marginalized groups across Africa

Ugandan presidential adviser Dr. Hillary Kisanja urges young people to rise above hardship as he unveils the continentwide Forgotten Movement. KAMPALA, Uganda — Senior Presidential Adviser on Agribusiness and Value-Addition Development Dr. Hillary Musoke Kisanja has launched the Forgotten Movement, a global initiative aimed at empowering marginalized and disadvantaged communities across Africa. Kisanja announced the movement Saturday during the…Wakiso · Wakiso Read Article

Housing Finance Bank and WaterQuip Uganda Partner to Deliver Clean Water to St. Joseph’s Nursery and Primary School, Nansana

Access to safe and clean water has been improved through a collaboration between Housing FinanceNansana · Nansana Read Article

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Africa Losing Its Crop Diversity, FAO Warns » Business Focus

EC Gets First Batch Of Biometric Kits Ahead of 2026 Elections » Business Focus

Another Lockdown? Museveni Says He Still Follows COVID-19 SOPs, Nearly Four Years After Restrictions Were Lifted - The Witness Uganda

Elias Nalukoola Endorses Walukaga for Busiro East MP Race, Dismisses Critics

Museveni Pledges Path to Tribal Recognition for Uganda’s Indian Community Amid Diwali Festivities

President Museveni commends Indian Community for positive contribution towards Uganda’s economy

Museveni Receives $53m Military Equipment From Russia

High court awards Shs 10m to man detained beyond 48 hours - The Observer

There is life beyond the trenches, says Dr.Kisanja as he launches movement inspiring youth and marginalized groups across Africa

Housing Finance Bank and WaterQuip Uganda Partner to Deliver Clean Water to St. Joseph’s Nursery and Primary School, Nansana

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Another Lockdown? Museveni Says He Still Follows COVID-19 SOPs, Nearly Four Years After Restrictions Were Lifted - The Witness Uganda

Elias Nalukoola Endorses Walukaga for Busiro East MP Race, Dismisses Critics

Museveni Pledges Path to Tribal Recognition for Uganda’s Indian Community Amid Diwali Festivities

President Museveni commends Indian Community for positive contribution towards Uganda’s economy

Museveni Receives $53m Military Equipment From Russia

High court awards Shs 10m to man detained beyond 48 hours - The Observer

There is life beyond the trenches, says Dr.Kisanja as he launches movement inspiring youth and marginalized groups across Africa

Housing Finance Bank and WaterQuip Uganda Partner to Deliver Clean Water to St. Joseph’s Nursery and Primary School, Nansana