Author: Ali Ruralire

Kiira Motors Corporation today delivered a batch of eight (8) 8-Meter Kayoola EVS buses produced at Luweero Industries Limited in Nakasongola to the Kiira Vehicle Plant in Jinja, bringing the total stock of Electric Buses produced in Uganda to fifteen (15). This has signalled Kiira Motors’ readiness to deliver bespoke electric mass transit solutions for the African market. The 2024 8-Meter Kayoola EVS is a fully electric city bus with a nominal range of 200 kilometres on a full charger and a capacity of 56 passengers. It forms the latest offering from Kiira Motors’ rich portfolio of state-of-the-art Ugandan-made buses.…

The eight-episode second season of HBO Original drama series House of the Dragon debuts in the US on Sunday 16 June – and will be available on M-Net (DStv Channel 101) Express from the US at 3am on Monday 17 June and make its prime-time premiere at 9pm on the same day. The series will also be available on Showmax. Westeros is on the brink of a bloody civil war with the Green and Black Councils fighting for King Aegon and Queen Rhaenyra, respectively. As each side believes theirs to be the rightful seat on the Iron Throne, the Green and Black…

As conflicts erupt worldwide, threatening global security and coexistence, hope of peace emerges from citizens. In May 2024, citizens across all continents joined hands for HWPL’s 11th Annual Commemoration of the Declaration of World Peace and Peace Walk, organized by a UN-affiliated NGO Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL). Themed “Communication for Global Citizenship of Reconciliation and Tolerance” this event aims to cultivate and share a global culture of peace. The flagship event commenced on May 25th at the Peace Gate of Seoul Olympic Park sponsored by the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs of Korea. In about…

Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited (SUHL), the parent company of Stanbic Bank has donated equipment worth UGX 20 million to Mbale Referral Hospital and Maluku Health Center III, as part of its Corporate Social Investment in efforts to improve maternal healthcare services across the country. The donation is part of community engagement activities by a delegation of Stanbic Uganda leaders led by SUHL Chief Executive Francis Karuhanga, who are on a week-long tour of the bank’s regional operations in Eastern Uganda. “Health is our wealth as a country and supporting government efforts in this sector through our ongoing partnership with the…

Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has praised Italy’s significant contribution to Uganda’s socio-economic transformation, describing it as a “shining example” of international cooperation. Speaking at the 78th Italian National Day at the Ambassador’s residence in Kampala, Tayebwa who was the Guest of Honor, acknowledged Italy’s support in various sectors, including health, education, agriculture, and infrastructure development. “Italy’s support has been instrumental in strengthening our health systems, improving access to healthcare services, and supporting our response to the refugee crisis,” Tayebwa said. “We are grateful for Italy’s commitment to our economic growth, particularly in trade, investment, and industrial development. The…

The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt Hon Nabbanja Robinah has hosted the victorious Kitara FC team to congratulate them on their recent triumph in the Uganda Stanbic Cup. Kitara Football Club, the newly crowned Uganda Cup winners, presented their trophy to the Prime Minister of Uganda Rt Hon Nabbanja Robinah at the OPM offfices in Kampala this afternoon. The club’s president, Deo Kasozi, and CEO, Joshua Atugonza, led the team to OPM. Nabbanja congratulated Kitara F.C on the great strides and promised enduring support for the development of the club. Kitara F.C President Deo Kasozi thanked the Premier for according them audience…

The Prime Minister of Uganda Rt Hon Nabbanja Robinah has on behalf of President Museveni commissioned construction works for the 39Km Namagumba-Budadiri-Nalugugu Road in Sironko District. The Premier was in Sironko to represent President Museveni at the world Environment day celebrations. According to Nabbanja, the European Union, the World Bank and Japan International cooperation will fund the 5 year project estimated at Shs 129 billion including resettlement of affected persons. The Premier added that once the road is completed, it will improve transport access in the area by linking the population with economic opportunities. Shandong Luqiao, a Chinese company will…

The Government of the Republic of Korea and the Government of the Republic of Uganda represented by Finance minister, lMatia Kasaija, and the Korean Minister of Foreign Affairs Hon. Cho Tae-yul, signed the Framework Agreement for a $500m loan from Korea EXIM Bank. The ceremony took place at the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Seoul on the sidelines of the First Korea-Africa Summit which concluded today. Under the terms of the Framework Agreement, the Korean Government shall enable the Ugandan Government to obtain loans from the Economic Development Cooperation Fund (EDCF) up to a maximum commitment amount in Korean Won not exceeding the equivalent of Five Hundred Million…

Maj Gen Francis Takirwa, Deputy Commander Land Force, flagged off Uganda’s contingent for the 13th East African Community Field Training Exercise, codenamed ‘Ushirikiano Imara,’ in Rwanda. The ceremony took place at the Non-Commissioned Officers Academy in Gaddafi Barracks, Jinja, where participants are undergoing pre-mission training. Maj Gen Takirwa urged the contingent to uphold the exercise’s purpose of enhancing the capabilities of partner states’ armed forces, police, civilian components, and other stakeholders in jointly addressing complex security challenges, in line with the EAC Protocol on Co-operation in Defence Affairs. “You are going to the Republic of Rwanda. While there, conduct yourselves…

His Excellency Gen (Rtd) Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the President of the Republic of Uganda and Commander-in-Chief of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces, cautioned newly commissioned Officer Cadets against careerism during their military service. “African Armies look at the army as a job. The Army is not a job. It is an obligation and responsibility. When you are defending your country, it is not a job. Don’t bring a careerist mentality into the army!” cautioned President Museveni. The President made these remarks during the commissioning of Officer Cadets Intake 18/23-24 at the Basic Military Training School in Kaweweta, Nakaseke District. He…