Our Constitution Leaves Girls Unprotected, the Results Are Fatal
By Moses Paul Odongo Recently, while perusing the Daily Monitor of November 18, 2025, I came across an article on page 25 written by Olivier Mukaaya, titled “Abortion crisis as girls turn to unsafe practices.” As I read it carefully, word for word, I found myself tearing up as I
US$ 5.2M initiative to professionalise African accountancy sector launched
The African Development Bank Group and the Pan African Federation of Accountants (PAFA) have launched a $5.2 million institutional support project to address a severe shortage of qualified public sector accountants and auditors across Africa. The launch event was held on 26 November at The South African Institute of Professional
AfDB Approves $10M to catalyse Large Green Hydrogen Project
The African Development Bank’s Board of Directors has approved a $10 million loan to Hyphen Hydrogen Energy, a Namibian green hydrogen development company, to support a green ammonia project valued at more than $10 billion and with the potential to position Namibia as a pioneer in the global green hydrogen
Inside $2.3 Billion U.S, Uganda Health Cooperation Agreement
The Government of the United States and the Government of Uganda have signed a five-year, $2.3 billion bilateral health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlining a comprehensive vision to save lives, strengthen Uganda’s health system, and enhance America’s safety, prosperity, and global health leadership. The MOU advances the U.S.– Uganda bilateral
Services Sector Powers Ahead as Agriculture and Manufacturing Falter — EPRC
Uganda’s services sector posted a dramatic upswing between July and September 2025, emerging as the key engine of business growth even as agriculture and manufacturing recorded steep declines, according to the latest Uganda Business Climate Index (BCI) from the Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC). The sector’s sentiment score surged by
How African Ministers can meet Water, Sanitation and Climate resilience goals
There is a $130 billion annual investment gap hindering the world’s mission to achieve universal access to climate-resilient water and sanitation services by the year 2030, Sanitation and Water for All (SWA) reports. In Africa, the gap is estimated at no less than an additional $30 billion annually. In October
Ten People perish in Busia Highway road crash
At least ten people have died, and three others have sustained injuries in a fatal road crash that occurred at Busowa Town Council along the Busia Highway in Bugiri District. The crash involved a Toyota Hiace (UBN 817H) and a trailer (UA 647BA/UA 430AA). According to SP Kananura Michael, the
UEDCL Seeks $130 Million for Power Infrastructure Upgrades
In a bid to address the growing demand for electricity and upgrade Uganda’s aging power distribution infrastructure, Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) is seeking $130 million in capital investment. The request, which was made to the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA), comes as UEDCL steps into its new role, having
Child Rights Groups Urge Political Parties to Prioritize Children’s Safety During Elections
As Uganda approaches its upcoming elections, several child rights organizations are calling on political parties and candidates to commit to child-friendly policies and practices. These policies should ensure that campaigns and political programs prioritize the best interests of children. At a press conference held at the Uganda Human Rights Commission
The Brass for Africa Disability Inclusion Gala: Where Music Turned Barriers Into Bridge
The hall pulsed with anticipation as the Brass for Africa Disability Inclusion Gala began. Then—like a spark catching fire—the children living with disabilities lit up the stage, their instruments breathing life into the room. Every drumbeat synced with every note, weaving a symphony so powerful that even the air seemed
