Author: Daniel Muwanguzi

The Head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema has underscored the role of transparency and accountability in promoting investments in a country. According to Col. Nakalema, investor confidence hinges on predictable regulation, fair processes and robust oversight. “Transparent governance reduces risk perception, lowers borrowing costs and mobilizes capital whereas accountability mechanisms deter misuse, thus strengthening institutional trust,” she said. Col. Nakalema made the remarks on Friday 12th September 2025 while delivering a closing message of assurance to investors on behalf of Uganda’s leadership during the UK-Africa Business Summit 2025, London. The UK-Africa Business Summit, Trade and…

Sanjay Awasthi, Chairman & Managing Director of Tembo Steels, has been honored as one of the World’s Greatest Leaders 2025 by Asia One Magazine. Awasthi is recognized for his leadership in the industrial sector of East Africa, particularly for guiding Tembo Steels, Uganda’s only primary steel producer, in adopting sustainable practices and innovative steel manufacturing solutions. Asia One Magazine also featured Tembo Steels in its 15th Edition of World’s Greatest Brands 2025. The magazine covers business, policy, technology, sports, and lifestyle. It publishes several research-based issues annually that feature various industries, such as education, healthcare, and manufacturing. The magazine is known for…

MTN MoMo Uganda has today launched Term 3 of the “Win School Fees with MoMo” campaign, building on the excitement and momentum from earlier phases. The campaign has become a source of relief for over 50 families by giving them a chance to have their children’s school fees fully paid for an entire year. The official handover was held in Wandegeya, where two teachers, Nalukwago Brenda and Kisaalita Juma, received school fees for an entire year. Their stories illustrate the meaningful difference the campaign is making in the lives of families across Uganda. “Winning school fees for a year is…

More than 5,000 residents, representing 2,662 households in Ntoroko District, have gained access to clean and safe water following the commissioning of the Nyakatoke Gravity Flow Water System worth Shs. 1.2 billion. The project was officially commissioned by the State Minister for Local Government, Hon. Victoria Rusoke Businge yesterday in Nombe sub country. Minister Rusoke urged the community to protect government projects against vandalism, noting that destroying public facilities reflects lack of patriotism. She further emphasized that the sustainability of the water system will depend on residents’ ownership and commitment to its maintenance. The gravity flow scheme, which stretches over…

Entebbe, Uganda | SEMPTEMBER 2025 — Entebbe International Airport (EIA) registered significant growth in both passenger and cargo traffic in August 2025, marking one of its busiest months on record, according to data released by the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA). In August 2025, Entebbe International Airport facilitated 116,507 arrivals and 126,582 departures, a total of 243,089 international passengers, which is an average of 7,841 arrivals and departures per day. The August 2025 international traffic is higher than the previous record set in July 2025. Sports tourism, and conferences contributed to the higher figures, among others. In relation to cargo,…

Equity Bank Uganda, through its various initiatives, has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing quality education in Uganda. Speaking on September 12 2025 during the annual general meeting (AGM) of the Association of Secondary School Headteachers of Uganda (ASSHU) , a national body that brings together headteachers of both government-aided and private schools, at Masaka SS, Mr. Christopher Lutwama, the Relationship Manager-Education at Equity Bank Uganda, spoke about the Bank Uganda’s commitment to education. “Equity cares about education. We know running a school isn’t easy, so we’ve designed products like Equi Green Loans, Development Loans, Asset & Bridge Financing, and Equi Shield…

Household and Community Transformation (HCT) coordinators from the 39 Dioceses of Church of Uganda have today visited the Agriculture Research and Development Centre (ARDC) in Kajjansi for a learning tour on fish farming and aquaponics. The coordinators were accompanied by international partners: Mr. Kurt Dillinger, President and Founder of Life International; Mr. Steve Biondo, Chief Advancement Officer of Life International; and Mr. Chuck Bentley, Chief Executive Officer of Crown Financial Ministries International. Aquaponics, an innovative farming technology that integrates fish rearing with soil-less plant cultivation, maximizes the use of organic inputs, conserves water, and provides a sustainable solution to climate…

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has today September 12, 2025, reached a historic milestone as the Director of Public Prosecutions, Hon. Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, officially broke ground for the construction of the long–awaited Prosecutors’ Academy in Nakasongola. In her stirring remarks, the DPP described the occasion as the planting of “a seed of transformative change” that will grow into a “tree of knowledge, integrity, and excellence for prosecutors in Uganda.” She emphasised that the academy represents not only a physical structure but the beginning of a transformative journey to equip prosecutors with the skills,…

Why We Need a Platform like SheVoice By Sharon Kyatusiimire Last week, we took a big step toward a dream I’ve been carrying for years: establishing a dedicated organization to ensure that women’s voices are heard and included in decision-making. While many celebrated this milestone with us, and we are grateful for the encouragement. A few colleagues, however, reached out privately and asked why I felt it was still necessary to build a whole organization around this cause, given that government programs, projects, and campaigns already exist to promote women’s empowerment and participation. The truth is, while women’s rights have…

Uganda has today joined the rest of the continent in commemorating Africa Copyright and Collective Management Day, under the theme “Empowering Creative Industries Stakeholders – Building a Sustainable Future for Copyright and Related Rights.” This year’s celebration, held at Onomo Hotel Kampala, was graced by Mr. Robert Kasande, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, as the Guest of Honour. The event was organized by the African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO), in collaboration with the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) and the International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers (CISAC). A Day with Continental Significance Africa Copyright…