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Sad: Principal Geologist James Francis Natukunda Succumbs To Cancer, Leaving A Legacy In Uganda’s Energy Sector
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development is mourning the loss of one of its most distinguished officers, Mr. James Francis Natukunda, who passed away on January 24, 2025, at Mulago Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. Mr. Natukunda, who served as a Principal Geologist, was a pillar in Uganda’s energy sector, with a…
Fresh Kid Excels in 2024 PLE, Credits Ruparelia Foundation for Academic Success
Patrick Senyonjo, popularly known as Fresh Kid, has once again made headlines—this time not for his music but for his academic brilliance. The young Ugandan rapper scored an impressive 11 aggregates in the 2024 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE), earning a Division One certificate and cementing his reputation as a rising star both on stage and…
President Museveni Rallies Ugandans To Join The Money Economy
Ugandans have been implored to continue joining the money economy to improve their livelihoods. This remark was made by the President of the Republic of Uganda and Commander in Chief of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces ( UPDF) H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni as he officiated at the celebrations to mark the 39th NRM/NRA Victory Day…
France Commits UGX15 Trillion To Boost Uganda’s Development Across Key Sectors
The French government has pledged UGX15 trillion in investments to accelerate Uganda’s growth, focusing on key sectors such as oil and gas, water, agriculture, and education. The investment plan, announced by France’s Ambassador to Uganda, Xavier Sticker, will be implemented over the next three years, with the goal of fostering sustainable development and creating jobs.…
Uganda,Rwanda Urged To Boost Cross-Border Trade For Regional Prosperity
Ambassadors from Uganda and Rwanda have called for the promotion of cross-border trade as a catalyst for regional development and stronger bilateral ties. During the Kampala-Kigali Expo on January 26, 2025, Uganda’s Ambassador to Rwanda, Adonia Ayebare, emphasized the importance of establishing policies that simplify and enhance trade between the two countries. “Cross-border trade is…
M23 Rebels Seize Goma Amid Intensifying Conflict
The M23 rebel group made a significant advance on January 26, 2025, capturing Goma International Airport and triggering panic in the city of Goma, located in Eastern DR Congo. The seizure marks a major escalation in the conflict between the rebels and Congolese forces, raising concerns about the stability of the region. As the M23…