EDUCATION
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Why Uganda Needs an Engineer as President: Lessons from China
Uganda dreams big—cable cars, organized cities, bullet trains, and city trams! But reality? Potholes deep enough to swallow a goat,...
APOLLO BUREGYEYA: Ugandans, the minerals are calling. Will you pick up or keep dropping the line?
Let’s not beat around the bush. The government—yes, that same one we love to roast—has actually been doing its homework....
APOLLO BUREGYEYA: UMEME Buyback: Why Are We Rushing to the Bankers’ Table When Ugandans Are Holding the Chequebook?
The government wants to re-acquire UMEME. Price tag: UGX 700 billion. Financing plan? A loan from a commercial bank. But...
Why Peter Muramira is Uganda’s Tourism’s Best Bet
Peter Muramira, a seasoned expert in investment promotion and business development, poised to take the helm as CEO of the...
OIL AND GAS
Africa should embrace its fossil fuels – including coal – to secure Africa’s energy future
Nj Ayuk is the founder and chief executive officer of the Centurion Law Group, a Pan-African Corporate Law. He is the Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber (PHOTO/Courtesy) The global transition to a low-carbon economy has led to increased...
Africa’s Role in Global Liquefied Natural Gas Markets: Potential and Risks
The State of African Energy 2025 Outlook provides an overview of the dynamics of Africa’s involvement in the global LNG sector The global energy marketplace is shifting toward the acceptance of natural gas as a pivotal component in the transition...
How a new Trump Administration could shape U.S.- Africa energy relations
As Trump begins his second term, the Invest in African Energy 2025 Forum offers a platform to connect American investors with Africa’s energy opportunities amid potential expanded financing and support for U.S. involvement on the continent With the inauguration of...
REAL ESTATE
KCB Bank, Reportage launch customized real estate financing options
Alkesh Rajput Kumar, President of Reportage Properties Uganda and Miranda Bageine Musoke, Head of Retail Banking at KCB Bank Uganda,...
Sudhir’s Pearl Business Park in final touches
Construction of the multi-billion dollar massive Pearl Business Park that will host office premises, a shopping centre, and health and...
Uganda’s Real Estate Sector in Limbo as Government Delays Key Bill
Lands Minister Judith Nabakooba shares a moment with industry players and stakeholders at the 13th Annual International Real Estate Investment...
BUSINESS
AFRICA
WEEKLY REVIEW: Uganda grapples with debt, deploys commandos to Juba, struggles with Atiak Sugar project, Lubowa Hospital, as Uganda Airlines takes flight to Europe
ganda is grappling with mounting political tensions, military controversy, and economic distress, with recent developments deepening national uncertainty. This week,...
Malawi’s tradeflow analytics wins Zambia/Malawi women in fintech hackathon
Malawian FinTech startup TradeFlow Analytics wins inaugural Zambia/Malawi Women in FinTech Hackathon, taking home $2,000 prize LUSAKA, Zambia — Malawian FinTech startup...
Africa’s FIFA World Cup qualifiers reach crucial stage
TotalEnergies Man of the Match Mohammed Kudus of Ghana is interviewed in post match press conference after during the 2023...
Africa should embrace its fossil fuels – including coal – to secure Africa’s energy future
Nj Ayuk is the founder and chief executive officer of the Centurion Law Group, a Pan-African Corporate Law. He is...
FEATURED NEWS
Dr. Denis Sempebwa Launches 19th Book, “People-Ology”
Dr. Denis Sempebwa shares insights from his latest book, 'People-Ology', during the launch event at Next Media Park in Kampala...
TOURS AND TRAVEL
Uganda targets French-Spanish speaking tourists with top social media influencers
KAMPALA, March 11, 2025 - Uganda has welcomed a group of French and Spanish social media influencers as part of...
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WEEKLY REVIEW: Uganda grapples with debt, deploys commandos to Juba, struggles with Atiak Sugar project, Lubowa Hospital, as Uganda Airlines takes flight to Europe
ganda is grappling with mounting political tensions, military controversy, and economic distress, with recent developments deepening national uncertainty. This week,...
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