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 Shs 461.3b 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
Chaos in Fort Portal as Police Block Bobi Wine From Final Rally
For yet another time, police and National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, found themselves at odds after he was blocked from accessing Fort Portal City center, causing a major standoff. More than a month since the presidential campaigns began, what started peacefully
What Really Killed Otim Leon Joshua?
A cloud of uncertainty hangs over the death of Otim Leon Joshua, a 16-year-old student of Exel High School in Mukono, who died yesterday at Lacor Hospital in Gulu City where he had been admitted for treatment. According to National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, commonly known
Uganda Baati Champions Health at the Gulu City Marathon
Uganda Baati reinforced its commitment to community health and civic engagement by serving as the Platinum Sponsor of the Gulu City Marathon held on Saturday, 6th December. The company also owned and managed the signature Uganda Baati 5km track, which was officially flagged off by the Uganda Baati Chief Executive
Uganda receives eight rhions from South Africa
Uganda has received eight rhinos from Munyawana Conservancy in KwaZulu-Natal, a generous donation to the Government of Uganda from African Parks. The rhinos arrived at Entebbe International Airport, where they were officially received by Dr. Basil Ajer, the Director of Tourism Development, on behalf of the Minister of Tourism, Wildlife,
