Author: Daniel Muwanguzi
As schools across Uganda reopen after the long holiday break, the African Centres for Lightning Education Network (ACLENet) is issuing urgent lightning safety alert for students, parents, and teachers that the reopening coincides with the onset of the first rainy season in many parts of Uganda, a time of heightened risk for lightning injuries. The rainy season brings thunderstorms that can strike suddenly, even when rain seems light or distant. Children and school communities are at risk, and proper preparation is essential. To keep children safe from lightning-related deaths and injuries, schools and parents must take the following safety actions:…
Spiro, Africa’s electric mobility leader and battery swapping pioneer, today announced the raising of $50 million in debt funding from Afreximbank and two new investors Nithio and Africa Go Green Fund managed by Cygnum Capital. The new funding follows Spiro’s landmark $100 million investment in October 2025, which became Africa’s largest-ever electric mobility investment. The new capital will support the continued expansion of Spiro’s industry-leading batteryswapping network across existing and new markets, while further advancing the company’s proprietary technology platform, including automated battery swaps, fast charging, and renewable energy integration. “Demand for Spiro’s innovative, industry-leading battery swapping infrastructure continues to…
Women pursuing careers in Uganda’s growing digital economy are set to gain access to mentorship, networking, and career guidance through a new initiative aimed at strengthening their participation in the technology sector. The inaugural Women in Digital event, organised by Uganda Digital Society, will provide a platform for women to connect with industry peers, access mentorship, and better position themselves for opportunities in digital careers. The event is scheduled for Saturday, 7th March, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Bight of Benin on Kyadondo Road. Organisers say the free event will be open to all interested participants, and…
In a landmark commitment to Uganda’s human capital development, the Airtel Africa Foundation unveiled the flagship Tech Fellowship, committing UGX 3.85 billion to sponsor high-achieving students from low-income households who are pursuing higher education in STEM. The four-year initiative, which officially commenced following a rigorous selection process in December 2025 – January 2026, will provide a full-ride academic experience for 20 students who are enrolled on the Airtel Africa Tech Fellowship Program. The Fellowship entails a financial award that covers tuition, a laptop, accommodation, stipend, data plan, a mentorship per program schedule. The vision of the Fellowship is to create…
dfcu Bank has today officially opened its Namanve branch, planting its flag firmly in the heart of one of Uganda’s fastest-growing industrial hubs. Set within the bustling Namanve Industrial Park, the event signaled strong confidence in Uganda’s growing industrial and manufacturing future. The branch becomes dfcu’s 55th nationwide presence and the second bank to establish a physical footprint inside the park. The official opening was graced by David Bahati, Minister of State for Trade, Industry and Cooperatives, and a long-standing dfcu customer. As a Certified Public Accountant and a champion of industrialization, Hon. Bahati underscored the significance of situating financial services…
In the spirit of compassion, empathy, and service that defines the holy month of Ramadan, Chil Femtech Center proudly announces a transformative initiative to extend its advanced telemedicine services to juvenile correctional facilities throughout East Africa. This groundbreaking program, formulated out of a strategic partnership, addresses a critical and often overlooked gap in regional healthcare by providing consistent, high-quality access to specialized pediatric care for children in correctional settings, one of the most vulnerable and underserved populations. A generous, Muslim-friendly partner nation has fully funded the project as a sincere act of charity (Sadaqah) during Ramadan, covering all service fees,…
The Office of the National Chairman (ONC) today rolled out an extensive Ramadan charity drive across major universities in Kampala, delivering relief food packages and renewed hope to Muslim students observing the Holy Month. The outreach, led by SPA and ONC Manager Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo, began at Masjid Aisha, in Kyambogo University, where she handed over assorted food items to support students during their fasting. Addressing the students faithful, Hajjat emphasized faith, discipline, and academic focus. “As you fast and pray, remain steadfast in your studies. I pray that Allah grants you peace, sincerity and success in the mission that…
Spiro Uganda, in partnership with UNION today officially launched a nationwide Boda Boda Football League, aimed at empowering riders and strengthening community engagement across Uganda. The league, launched at Old Kampala S.S football ground, will run as a competitive series across multiple matchdays, providing a structured platform that connects sport, opportunity, and sustainable electric mobility solutions in Uganda. Through the league, riders will have the chance to compete and showcase their football talents, build unity within associations, expand networks beyond their daily work routines, and engage with new economic opportunities. “This league is about recognising riders as a community. It…
The skies over Makerere University Business School (MUBS), in Uganda’s Capital Kampala, came alive with a burst of colours displaying diverse kite designs as the Indian Community in Uganda celebrated the International Kite Flying Festival 2026. The event featured diverse kite designs, kite-flying competitions, food and drink stalls, and family-friendly activities like bouncing castles and face painting. The International Kite Festival, also known as Uttarayan, is an annual two-day kite-flying festival held each January but in Uganda it was postponed to February 22 as the country was in election period in the first month of the year. Organized by the…
As one of Uganda’s leading financial institutions and a long-standing partner of the Harvest Money Expo and Best Farmers initiative, dfcu has played a strategic role in advancing agriculture from a subsistence activity to structured agribusiness. Through its dedicated Food & Agriculture Unit, dfcu continues to bridge financing gaps, support value addition, and position farmers and agribusinesses for sustainable growth. In this interview, Alex Madolo, Relationship Manager, Food and Agriculture at dfcu, shares insights on the Bank’s participation in Harvest Money Expo 2026 and how dfcu is strengthening its support for Uganda’s agricultural transformation. Q: Why is Harvest Money Expo…