Author: Daniel Muwanguzi
Uganda CAA, in partnership with ICAO and the Government of the United Kingdom, has today presented the Final Draft Report of the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Feasibility Study for Uganda at Imperial Golf View Hotel, Entebbe. Speaking on behalf of the Director General, Ms. Olive Birungi Lumonya, the Deputy Director General, UCAA, expressed gratitude to ICAO and the UK Government for the technical and financial support that made the study possible. She emphasized that Uganda is committed to embracing cleaner aviation energy sources in line with ICAO’s global goal of reducing aviation CO₂ emissions by 5% by 2030 through SAF,…
Kampala International University (KIU) on Saturday awarded degrees to 2,385 students during its 32nd graduation ceremony held at the Western Campus in Ishaka–Bushenyi District, where five students were conferred with Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees. Of the 2,385 graduands, 1,433 were male and 952 female. By speciality, 1,270 (53%) were in STEM disciplines, while 1,115 (47%) graduated in Humanities. The ceremony was presided over by the Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Rt Hon Thomas Tayebwa, who represented President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. In his address, Prof. Yunus Mgaya, the University Chancellor, said the graduation marked not only the end of years of…
Across Uganda, conversations about development often circle ambition without action. Yet in Busoga, theory is giving way to tangible transformation. The Busoga Consortium for Development (BCD) has stepped forward as a practical architect of regional progress, demonstrating that Uganda’s Vision 2040 is not merely a policy document—it is an achievable reality. Through a bold shift toward commercial, high-value agriculture, Busoga has launched exports of chilli to China, unlocking one of the most promising value chains in the country. This single move alone is projected to inject trillions of shillings into the regional economy while generating employment, strengthening farmer incomes, and…
Uganda CAA successfully hosted the second edition of the Aviation Week Basketball Tournament over the weekend as one of the activities to celebrate the annual International Aviation Week. The UCAA Basketball team edged Riders Legacy in the finals held at the China Communications Construction Company Basketball Court in Entebbe in the event that also featured players from St. Mary’s Seminary – Ggaba, African Renewal University, Archers Legacy and Surveyors Institute, Entebbe, among others. The Aviation Week is celebrated globally every first week of December, commemorates the signing of the Chicago Convention of 1944, a historic agreement that established ICAO and…
The Busoga Kingdom Minister of Tourism, Owek Hellen Namutamba, and the key Mobiliser of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party Hellen Kayonga have urged Ugandans to continue supporting President Yoweri Museveni for sustained progress. Speaking during a thanks giving ceremony at Fresh Fire Deliverance Ministries located in the Nabulagala area, Bulange in Rubaga Division , Kampala , Namutmaba said expressed gratitude to President Museveni and the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) government for delivering peace, stability, and development to the country. “We are going to vote for him again because of the enormous achievements ushered in by the NRM government, especially peace and stability.” Namutamba highlighted…
Dominic Musoke produced a composed and consistent performance to claim the 5th Edition of the Equity Bank Uganda – Equity NARO Golf Open 2025, finishing with an impressive 2-under-par total of 208 over three rounds. Musoke carded 14 birdies, six bogeys, and two double bogeys across the tournament. He opened with a strong 2-under 68 before returning consecutive level-par 70s to secure his second Equity NARO Open title. His steady play earned him a five-stroke victory over the highly decorated Joseph Chinyaai. Chinyaai, who finished second, has been the standout golfer of the season with eight tournament wins, including the…
On behalf of the PLU UAE Chapter, I want to express our most sincere gratitude for your recent powerful address to PLU UAE Executive Members at Hayatt regency in Dubai. Your recognition of our chapter’s efforts and the commendation for the coordination displayed during the Ugandan onvention in the UAE are deeply appreciated by every member who attended in person and those who were with us in spirit. We are profoundly honored to receive the warm greetings and appreciation from the Chairman of PLU, Gen. Muhoozi Keineruganba, conveyed through the National Vice Chairman, Mr. Nuwagira Micheal Toyota, who has is…
Dubai, UAE – The 9th Uganda–U.A.E Convention 2025 concluded successfully in Dubai, drawing Ugandans from across all Emirates for a vibrant gathering that celebrated unity, patriotism, and collective progress. Organized under the leadership of Vice National Chairman of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), Uncle Michael Nuwagira (Toyota), the convention reaffirmed the commitment of Ugandans abroad to contributing to national development. His Excellency President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni was invited as Chief Guest but was unable to attend due to prior national commitments. A government delegation represented him at the closing ceremony, commending the organizers for delivering a well-coordinated and impactful…
Yesterday, November 26th, 2025, Lt Gen James Mugira, the Managing Director of National Enterprise Corporation (NEC), visited NEC Luwero Defence Industries, where he interacted with staff and commissioned several projects. The visit was part of Gen Mugira’s tour of NEC subsidiaries, aimed at engaging with staff, understanding their challenges, and sharing ideas. Upon arrival, Gen Mugira was received by Maj Gen Sabiiti Muzeyi, the General Manager of Luwero Defence Industries Ltd and took him for a guided tour of the facility. Gen Mugira expressed his satisfaction with the progress made by the industry and commissioned various projects, including the Eng…
On November 25th, 2025, Lt Gen James Mugira, the Managing Director of National Enterprise Corporation (NEC), visited the Grain Storage, Milling, and Supply plant in Kigumba, Kiryandongo District, where he interacted with NEC Agro staff. This visit was part of his tour of Subsidiaries and Joint Ventures, aiming to meet staff and understand their operations. Gen Mugira expressed his satisfaction with the progress made by NEC Agro, noting that he had been visiting various subsidiaries and was impressed by the team’s efforts. He was pleased to see staff from different locations, including Kyankwanzi, Katugo, and Kigumba, gathered together and emphasized…