New National ID to Feature Iris Recognition for Enhanced Security
The Uganda National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) is indeed incorporating iris biometrics into the new national digital ID card. This advanced feature will serve...
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Government Allocates Funds to Upgrade Uganda Martyrs’ Shrine and Tourism Sites
The Uganda Martyrs’ shrine upgrade is a great initiative! Here’s what we know about potential tourism site upgrades in Uganda: These upgrades aim to enhance...
Uganda’s Coffee Gains Ground in China as Exports Nearly Triple
Uganda is seeing a major boost in its coffee trade with China following the successful Uganda-China Coffee Awareness Tour, which ran from May 12 and...
New Horizons: Uganda Airlines Launches Gatwick Route
Uganda Airlines has launched a direct flight from Entebbe to London Gatwick, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s expansion strategy. This route, operated by...
Museveni Meets Tooro Kingdom: Fort Portal to Get New Stadium and Airport, Says Museveni
By Dean Lubowa Saava This afternoon, I had the pleasure of hosting His Majesty Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, the King of Tooro, along...
Uganda’s Hoima Stadium Project Progresses Ahead of AFCON 2027
The Hoima City stadium construction is progressing rapidly, impressing members of the CHAN 2025 and AFCON 2027 local organizing committee. The Turkish construction firm, SUMMA,...
Absa Bank Uganda Appoints David Wandera as First Ugandan Managing Director in 90-Year History
For the first time in its 90-year presence in Uganda, Absa Bank has appointed a Ugandan—David Wandera—as Managing Director, marking a historic shift toward local...
Uganda and UAE Deepen Bilateral Ties with Strategic Agreements and Investment Opportunities
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni yesterday evening received His Highness Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of...
Minister Dismisses Concerns Over UEDCL Transition
Minister Ruth Nankabirwa has addressed concerns about the transition of Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) from Umeme, stating that preparations for the takeover have...
KCCA’s Buzeki Warns Law Enforcement Against Corruption and Indiscipline
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Executive Director Sharifah Buzeki has issued a stern warning to law enforcement officers, urging them to uphold discipline and reject...