Solar irrigation infrastructure across eastern Ugandan districts has enabled subsistence cultivators to transition toward commercial horticulture while generating triple their previous annual earnings through multiple growing seasons. Farmers in Kaliro, Luuka and Tororo have abandoned rain-dependent maize and cassava cultivation for tomatoes, watermelons and vegetables following the installation of renewable energy water systems funded through UK Export Finance and the Ministry of Water and Environment, with Nexus Green serving as contractor.
Mwidu Yulio, chairman of Lugonyola B Village in Kaliro District, reported that families previously earning less than 800,000 shillings annually from grain production now collect over 2.8 million...
Uganda's women's cricket team fell short in pursuit of a modest target after restricting Namibia to 83 runs through disciplined bowling at the Emerging Nations Championship. The Victoria Pearls claimed early wickets and maintained pressure throughout the innings, with Immaculate Nakisuuyi, Sarah Akiteng, and Malisa Ariokot combining to dismantle the opposition batting order.
However, the chase unraveled as Uganda managed just 13 runs during the opening powerplay and lost rhythm despite requiring barely a run per delivery. Nakisuuyi and captain Janet Mbabazi departed in consecutive deliveries during the 13th over, triggering a collapse that saw no other batter reach double figures. Namibian debutant Leigh-Marie Visser claimed three...
Uganda's netball squad will face New Zealand and Jamaica in Pool B competition at the upcoming Commonwealth Games after organizers announced tournament groupings for the event scheduled across nine days at Scottish venues. The She Cranes, holding seventh position in world rankings, begin against Wales before meeting Trinidad and Tobago ahead of consecutive matches with the pool's top-seeded opponents and a final group contest with Scotland.
Captain Racheal Nanyonga leads a 14-player roster featuring Mary Nuba, Margaret Baagala, Lillian Achola and Faridah Kadondi to preparatory competition at the Celtic Netball Cup, where the African representatives will participate in a round-robin format against Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland...
KCCA ascended to joint leadership of the Ugandan top flight following a victory against URA at MTN Omondi Stadium, with Ivan Ahimbisibwe netting twice before halftime to secure three points. The striker capitalized on a goalkeeper error for his opening goal and pounced on a rebound after Sammy Ssebaduka struck the frame, while Joseph Ssemujju's second-half response proved insufficient for the visitors. The triumph elevated the Kasasiro Boys to 14 points alongside Police, who retain a match advantage, as URA slipped to 10th position.
Mbarara City recorded their inaugural seasonal success by defeating Buhimba United Saints at Royals Park through efforts from Gaddafi Kacancu and Muhammad Kanyike within two minutes during the opening half...
Uganda's forestry industry is transitioning toward managed plantation systems designed to satisfy commercial timber requirements while protecting native woodlands that lose over 122,000 hectares annually. Food and Agriculture Organization coordinator Zainabu Kakungulu explained that staggered harvesting blocks allow continuous production cycles rather than complete clearances, with European Union funding supporting 32,000 hectares under rotation management across Hoima, Kiboga, Mubende and Nakasongola regions, linking more than 200 growers to processing facilities.
Kirangwa Investments operates a 778-acre site in Mubende where director Godfrey Bahiigwa maintains Forest Stewardship Council certification through selective thinning...
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni recounted his guerrilla activities during a campaign appearance in Iganga, describing how he smuggled weapons through the district during the early 1970s while emphasizing his National Resistance Movement's achievements across infrastructure, security and economic development. The incumbent detailed transporting machine guns from Tanzania via Kenya to a local lodge before proceeding to Kampala, spending hours at a transport hub to avoid suspicion by boarding vehicles to distant destinations.
Museveni outlined what he termed the seven pillars of governance, spanning peace restoration, construction of highways connecting Kampala to Malaba and other regional routes, rural water access expansion to 77...
The African Union has articulated a comprehensive agenda centered on six development objectives ahead of the continental gathering scheduled for Johannesburg. Member states are demanding fundamental changes to international lending institutions such as the IMF and World Bank, asserting that current credit assessment practices artificially inflate borrowing expenses by as much as 300 basis points while restricting economic expansion across the continent.
Continental authorities seek substantial backing for climate-adapted agricultural systems and processing facilities to reverse import dependency by 2035, alongside technical assistance for the African Continental Free Trade Area to become the world's largest trading zone by population...
Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani formalized six bilateral agreements during a Kinshasa summit addressing infrastructure modernization, legal frameworks and humanitarian assistance. The arrangements link Qatar Ports Management Company with Congolese transport operator ONATRA to upgrade maritime facilities while establishing diplomatic passport exemptions, youth program coordination and foreign ministry consultation channels between the nations.
Tshisekedi acknowledged Doha's mediation efforts regarding tensions with the AFC/M23 coalition in eastern provinces, where instability disrupts mineral extraction and commercial routes. The Qatar Fund for Development committed resources to...
Uganda's transport ministry has launched inquiries after motorists complained about unauthorized payments and processing holdups linked to new digital license plate requirements. Permanent Secretary Bageya Waiswa apologized for service disruptions while warning that personnel demanding bribes or circumventing protocols will face consequences through administrative and criminal channels.
Official pricing structures set first-time registration at 714,300 Ugandan shillings for both cars and motorcycles, with conversion from legacy formats costing 150,000 shillings for automobiles and 50,000 shillings for two-wheelers. Waiswa directed citizens to reject demands for facilitation payments and report violations to his office, police...
