MPs Cite Loopholes in Ministry of Water’s Solar Irrigation Project in Buvuma

Members of the Parliamentary Committee on the National Economy have criticized the implementation process of the solar powered irrigation and water supply system in Buvuma district, pointing out loopholes likely to make it a white elephant. The members who were led by the committee chairperson, John Bosco Ikojo on Wednesday were on an inspection and […]

Catholic Church Declines to Embrace Oil Palm Growing

For decades now, the government introduced the growing of oil palm plants mainly for the people in the islands as an alternative means of livelihood. Having started in Kalangala district in 1998 where it is believed to have caused a very positive change, the government switched the business to also benefit the islanders in Buvuma […]

Local Wine Gets a Lift as Researchers Collaborate to Improve Quality, Standards

In a bid to enhance the quality and reputation of locally produced wine in Uganda, researchers from three prominent universities have teamed up with winemakers to improve production standards. This collaboration aims to elevate the quality of Ugandan wine, making it more competitive with imported brands, while also ensuring that consumers have access to affordable, […]

MUZARD, University of Burundi Design Climate-Resilient Technologies for Poultry Farmers

Embracing climate-resilient technologies is the latest step stakeholders in the poultry farming in Uganda have resorted to for improved productivity and profitability. To help the farmers realise their dreams, Mukono Zonal Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MUZARDI), the University of Burundi, and Gudie Incubation Centre (GIC) in Kira Municipality have designed a model aimed at […]

District Stuck with Motorcycles Meant for Extension Workers

Four motorcycles donated by the Prime Minister to extension workers are rusting away at Luweero district headquarters over lack of number plates. In September 2023, the Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja donated five brand-new motorcycles to agricultural extension workers in the Wobulenzi, Kamira, Zirobwe and Busika town councils. The fifth motorcycle was handed to an extension […]

700 Lose Jobs as Namayingo District’s Maiden Multi-Billion Factory Hangs in Balance

The recent instruction from the Minister of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives halting the development of the CN sugar factory in Namayingo district leaves its future in balance. The maiden multi-billion factory in November 2022 received a certificate of no objection from the Trade Minister, Francis Mwebesa, allowing it to set up the manufacturing unit. However, […]

European Union Boosts Coffee and Cocoa Production with sh1.2bn

In a bid to increase the production and productivity of coffee and cocoa, the government in conjunction with the European Union has boosted the funding into research with a sh1.2bn grant to National Coffee Research Institute (NaCORI). Dr. Sandra Ndagire Kamenya, the acting National Project coordinator for Coffee and Cocoa Value Chain Development Project (CoCoDev) […]

Katikkiro Mayiga Urges Luweero Residents to Stop Lamenting Over NRA War

BY KYAGGWE TV | LUWEERO | The Katikkiro of Buganda Kingdom, Charles Peter Mayiga has asked residents of Greater Luweero districts to stop lamenting over the National Resistance Army (NRA) War. Luweero and Nakaseke districts were the epicenters of the NRA war of 1981-1986. However, 38 years after the war, several veterans and residents are […]

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