Tag Archives: Uganda

KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda is hosting a three-day tourism expo as the East African country strives to increase arrivals. The Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo 2024, organized by state-run Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) under the theme “Responsible Tourism,” opened in Kampala, the capital, on Thursday. At least 250 …

  A persistent threat to maternal health in Uganda Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | A shadow lingers over childbirth in Uganda. It’s named pre-eclampsia – a pregnancy complication marked by high blood pressure that remains the second leading cause of maternal mortality. This preventable condition, affecting up to 16% of …

KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | The Ugandan government said Thursday that 23 of its citizens, who were rescued from human traffickers in Myanmar, have been brought back home. The group, who had been held in Tachileik, Myanmar, after being lured with promises of high-paying jobs, arrived at Entebbe International Airport …

MASINDI, Uganda | Xinhua | For 83-year-old Yosam Kagolo, travelling on the newly paved road to nearby towns is more than just a convenience. It is a symbol of progress and opportunity. Kagolo, a seasoned trader in the Ngwedo trading center of Buliisa district in rural midwestern Uganda, vividly remembers …

KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | The Federation of Uganda Basketball Association (FUBA) is preparing to host the FIBA Zone V U-18 Championship slated for June 9-14. Nasser Sserunjogi, President of FUBA, told Xinhua on Tuesday that they are making all necessary arrangements to make sure that the Championship is a …

KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Investors in Uganda have expressed optimism about the business environment, especially in the manufacturing and wholesale trade sectors in the East African country, according to a government report released on Tuesday. The optimism is shown by the Business Tendency Index, which remained above the 50-mark …

KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda’s cricket team captain Brian Masaba says his squad have the potential to cause some major upsets at the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup. 20 teams will compete in the World Cup, which will be held in the West Indies and the United States from …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  The prestigious 2024 Captain’s Bell Uganda Golf Tournament Awards Dinner was a night to remember, blending sportsmanship, elegance, and entertainment in an unforgettable celebration. Held at the luxurious Uganda Golf Club Kitante, the event drew golf enthusiasts, dignitaries, and celebrities, all eager to honor …

The biggest portion of the budget, Shs32.3 trillion, will be sourced from domestic revenue, while other sources include budget support and domestic financing Kampala, Uganda | AGENCIES | Uganda’s Parliament approved a substantial national budget for the fiscal year 2024/2025, setting an ambitious Shs72.136 trillion financial blueprint after ratifying the Appropriations …

What to expect from Uganda signing IGAD Protocol COVER STORY | RONALD MUSOKE | Uganda has finally signed the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) protocol that allows lawful free movement in and out of citizens of the countries of the East and Horn of Africa region. By signing of the Protocol …