The 3.9 billion shillings construction work was initially expected to be completed within 15 months, however, an additional four months was added to allow the contractor to complete the project.
Dr Twinemanzi Tumubweine, who is directly responsible for the regulation of financial technology firms says regulators should work towards getting out of regulation by building a sector that can regulate itself, then there will be no need for regulation.
The Deputy Speaker noted that the mining sector in Uganda has the capacity to unlock the potential of the country especially with the country's target of achieving an economy of USD 500 billion, if utilized transparently.
Dr. Monica Musenero, the Minister for Science, Technology, and Innovation says Uganda has innovated a lot and many innovations are helping the economy, but says the country must go to a higher level, hence the focus on deep tech.
The crop losses in the district over the years had stood at 40% according to records from the production department, but the losses dropped to 32% in the 2024 farming season with innovations for farmers.
Dr Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu, the Minister of Energy and Mineral Development said that Karuma represents a major milestone in our national energy strategy and will significantly boost power generation capacity, enhance energy security, and support sustainable development
Steven Masaba, the Director of Tourism Development at UWA, echoed the need to leverage technology in promoting Uganda’s tourism. He added, “Audio-visual creatives are well positioned to enhance technology while promoting tourism. Timeless Frames is another good example of leveraging visual creatives to tell the Ugandan story.”
This year's competition attracted a record 261 submissions, with 83 coming from female innovators—a remarkable increase from previous years. The innovations spanned a wide range, including soil testers, automated irrigation systems, robotics for farm monitoring, and pest detection devices.
Eng. Kenneth Kaijuka, CEO of the National Housing and Construction Company (NHCC), emphasized the urgency of the situation during his keynote address at the Uganda Society of Architects’ Construction Symposium, held at Imperial Hotel, Kampala, on September 20, 2024.
Dr. James Kayima, a consultant cardiologist at UHI, emphasized that the cardiac MRI fills a crucial gap in the country's healthcare system. Previously, Uganda had technologies such as Electrocardiograms (ECG), cardiac ultrasounds, and cardiac catheterization, but lacked this advanced imaging technology specifically for heart conditions.
Dr. Edward Nelson Kankaka, the lead Research Scientist in the REACH project, reveals that the ongoing studies are part of a collaborative research project by both local and international scientists. These researchers are primarily focused on creating a broader understanding of the HIV cure and its viral persistence from an African perspective.
According to the production team, the company has a production capacity of 5,000 plates a day and this can be increased as demand arises. Estimates show that Uganda has a total of over 2.3 million vehicles.
Justine Okello, a framer from Agago district argues that the only opportunity to improve profitability is availability of quality seeds and ready market for farm produce.
Stephen Masaba, Director of Tourism and Business at the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), also praised visual creative work for its contribution to both tourism and conservation. "Visual storytelling plays a vital role in promoting our natural heritage. Derrick’s art evokes an emotional connection with our environment, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the importance of conservation," Masaba stated.
George Mulindwa, the Uganda Communication Commission-UCC Mbarara Regional Office Manager noted that awareness of the prevalence and collectiveness of various social media platforms is important to attract more clients but also enables services providers to offer packages or recommendations that meet customer preferences on time.
Oliva Biira, a resident of Kyalumba Town Council, appreciates the modernization and value of ICT for young people but highlights the financial strain on many parents. She suggests that the government should install ICT hubs in schools to ensure all eligible learners have access to these resources
Richard Kaijuka, the chairperson of the chamber’s board of trustees and a former Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, highlighted the need for the government to move beyond rhetoric and take concrete actions to develop the extractives industry.
The program falls under the Employment Promotion for Women for the Green Transformation in Africa (WE4D) program and is funded by the European Union (EU), the Federal Republic of Germany, and the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD).
