Author: Daniel Muwanguzi
The Minister of State for Northern Uganda Affairs Hon Beatrice Akello Akori, has asked people in Northern Uganda to make use of the upgraded roads across the region to increase their household incomes. Akello was speaking to Journalists after the Ministry of Local Government signed contracts for the rehabilitation of 139 kilometres of district and community access roads across nine districts under the Rural Development for Food Security in Northern Uganda (RUDSEC) Project. Construction is expected to commence next week following the official handover of project sites. The road rehabilitation will enhance accessibility, connectivity and mobility across the districts of…
Adjumani District has emerged as the best-performing district under the recently closed Investing in Forests and Protected Areas for Climate-Smart Development (IFPA-CD) Woodlots Programme, surpassing its five-year target and strengthening the supply of timber, poles, fuelwood and other plantation products in refugee-hosting communities. Implemented by the Government of Uganda through the Ministry of Water and Environment with support from the World Bank, the programme seeks to improve sustainable forest management while creating economic opportunities and increasing tree cover in areas that host refugees. According to project records, Adjumani had been allocated a target of establishing 368 hectares of woodlots over…
Every time a new AI image generator or video tool launches, the same prediction resurfaces: “AI is coming for designers’ jobs.” But that may be the wrong conversation entirely. The real shift isn’t that AI has become more creative than humans. It’s that AI has become good enough to produce average creative work in seconds. And that changes everything. For years, much of the creative industry survived on execution rather than imagination. Beautiful mock-ups, trendy fonts, polished presentations, cinematic transitions, and endless design jargon often masked ideas that weren’t particularly original. A project could look impressive without saying anything memorable.…
Apex International University marked its first graduation ceremony, a historic triple celebration that combined the institution’s official inauguration, the installation of its first Chancellor, and the graduation of its very first crop of 400 students, all under the watch of Vice President Jessica Alupo, who presided as chief guest. The Vice President, standing in for President Yoweri Museveni, who serves as Visitor to all universities in Uganda, formally declared the young institution inaugurated before a packed hall of dignitaries, academic staff, parents and graduating students. In her declaration, she pronounced the university “formally inaugurated as an institution of higher learning…
The second edition of The Mark & Friends Charity Drive has successfully raised educational materials that will benefit learners at Nyakabungo Girls Secondary School and Nyakabungo Parents Primary School in Kanungu District, reaffirming the initiative’s commitment to improving access to quality education through community action. Held at the Cornerstone Asset Managers premises in Ntinda, the charity drive brought together friends, partners, and well-wishers for a day of networking, entertainment, and philanthropy, all united by a common goal of supporting learners in underserved communities. Building on the success of the inaugural edition, which was held under the theme “Everybody Deserves to Be Smart,” this…
Pearl Bank, in partnership with Ronalds in Africa, today concluded a 3-day bootcamp aimed at encouraging farmers to take advantage of available funding opportunities so that they can scale their operations. The call was made during the 3-day technical assistance training for over 30 agri-businesses that climaxed today at Skyz Hotel, Naguru. Agriculture forms one of the pillars of the ATMS, which is Agro-industrialization, said Pearl Bank’s Regional Head, Greater Kampala, Martin Lukyamuzi. He said, “Agriculture continues to play a key role in the growth of our economy. The sector employs over 70% of our population who are directly or…
The Inter-Religious Council of Uganda (IRCU) has made a clarion call for the protection of Uganda’s indigenous herbal research and medical innovations. “IRCU believes Uganda should encourage and protect local innovation. Our country has abundant medicinal plants, talented researchers, and indigenous knowledge that, if properly researched and developed, can make a significant contribution to healthcare, economic development, and scientific advancement,” IRCU secretary general, Joshua Kitakule said in a statement. President Museveni has previously made a case for supporting innovators and researchers, mentioning herbal researcher, David Ssenfuka as one of those who need to be supported. The president also invited Ssenfuka…
Every Tuesday and Friday, a familiar sound echoes through a household in northern Uganda. It is the tuning of a radio frequency, followed by the distinctive broadcast of the Farmer’s Voice Radio (FVR) program on Tembo FM. For Aciro Stella, this isn’t just background noise for her daily chores, it is an essential appointment. As the deputy chairperson and women’s representative of the Mar-Lonyo Group, a radio listener group in Lamwo district, Aciro has transformed her radio set into a powerful tool for community development and financial independence. She meets with the other members to discuss different topics monthly. She…
NCBA Bank Uganda has launched its new Business Banking offering alongside the “Ku NCBA Kiggwa Ku Bwerere” campaign, reaffirming its commitment to empowering Ugandan businesses with accessible financing, innovative digital banking solutions, and strategic business support. The new proposition is designed to support businesses across every stage of growth by providing faster access to finance, dedicated relationship management, and practical solutions that address the evolving needs of Uganda’s business community. Speaking at the launch, NCBA Bank Uganda Chief Executive Officer, Mark Muyobo, said the initiative reflects the bank’s purpose of Banking on Belief, Empowering Ambitions by standing alongside entrepreneurs as…
Kampala International University (KIU) has once again reaffirmed its position as Uganda’s leading private university and one of Africa’s fast-rising institutions of higher learning after being ranked the second-best university in Uganda in the latest Webometrics Ranking of World Universities. The latest recognition highlights KIU’s continued transformation into a research-driven, innovation-focused and globally competitive university, built on strategic investment in academic excellence, technology, infrastructure, partnerships and competence-based education. The Webometrics Ranking of World Universities evaluates institutions globally based on visibility, transparency and excellence, with a strong focus on research impact, digital presence and contribution to global knowledge. KIU’s strong performance…