Nothing but the truth
Nothing but the truth
The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga has dismissed as untrue, claims that Baganda have turned the debate on whether the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA) should be merged with the mother ministry or not, into a tribal confrontation. “They are now blaming us (Baganda) for allegedly waging a tribal confrontation battle, but sincerely speaking, who ignited the tribal […]
The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga is dismayed by the dissolving of the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA) saying it is a direct punishment to Baganda. “The Kingdom of Buganda has severally advised against scrapping UCDA since it superintends coffee production, upon which nearly two million Ugandan households depend on it,” said Mayiga in […]
Simon Basajjampola of Buwanga village, like many other speakers blamed the NOPP Project Manager Susan Lakwonyero for continually giving them empty promises of payment in a short time over and over again, and blamed her for the love-hate relationship they developed with their otherwise beloved President Museveni. A section of Buvuma Islanders who entered into […]
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 […]
Buvuma oil palm project has been reported to be making a steady headway, with 2,524 of the projected 5000 hectares by the investor of Oil Palm Buvuma Limited (OPBL) under plantation cover, 6,100 hectares purchased but still encumbered and 2,476 hectares needed to complete the nucleus estate. This was on Wednesday contained in a […]
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 […]
Buikwe South Member of Parliament, Dr. Michael Lulume Bayigga has disclosed that members of the Buganda parliamentary caucus are planning to traverse the country mobilizing farmers in coffee growing regions to resist the planned merger of the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA) and the mother ministry of agriculture, in the proposed government arrangement to […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
