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 […]
The government of Uganda has opened its doors to foreign investors, inviting them to set up businesses in the Namanve and Mbale industrial parks. While this initiative aims to boost the economy and create jobs, tensions are rising among investors at the Mbale industrial park, where disagreements are beginning to surface. As businesses compete for […]
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 […]
Mukono district commercial officer, Kenneth Ntege has advised Pentecostal pastors to operate based on honesty and integrity adding that short of that, they will fail to make impact in their work. Ntege called on the pastors to live up to expected standards by letting their light shine before their flocks so that they can see […]
The Minister of Tourism and Heritage in Busoga Kingdom, Hellen Namutamba has hailed the government of the Republic of Turkey for donating Industrial machines to two non-government organisations in order to promote skills development among women and youth, and boosting Socio-economic transformation in Busoga. The machines were donated to Women Integrated Empowerment Development (WIED), the […]
Museveni Promotes Bobi Wine’s Tormentor Day After His Shooting The Inspectorate of Government (IG) office in Mbale region has arrested two individuals in connection with corruption allegations. The suspects are Paulo Manyasi, Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Bukusu Police Post in Manafwa District, and Laban Hafulu, an assistant office attendant at the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) […]
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, […]
The regional plenary sitting in Gulu city has kicked off with a large section of opposition members of Parliament boycotting the event. The plenary kicked off at 10:00am with the proclamation of the Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among at Kaunda Playgrounds in Gulu City. “Noting that Rule 17.1 of the Rules of Procedure of […]
The local community and leaders in Namayingo district have got cause to smile following the government’s approval of the establishment of CN Sugar Factory, the first factory in their district. The locals are optimistic that the establishment of CN Sugar Factory is going to boost the employment opportunities in their locality in a number of […]
Dr. Sarah Daisy Ssonko, a notable political figure and former mayoral race contestant for Mukono Municipality, has become infamous for her defiant behaviour. Capitalising on her deep connections with the ruling party, the National Resistance Movement (NRM), she has been accused of taking advantage of her status to obtain free goods and services causing huge […]