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08:33
08:33

UEDCL Powers Local Content with UGX 285 Billion Energy Budget Uganda Vision 2040 4 1

UEDCL Managing Director Paul Mwesigwa revealed that the company is partnering with several private institutions across its supply chain to enhance participation and economic growth.
07:35
07:35

Education Minister Calls for Documentation of all Innovations 1

In her message delivered by the Minister of State for Higher Education, Dr. Chrysostom Muyingo, during the ongoing show in Jinja City on Wednesday, Janet Museveni emphasized the need to protect learners’ creative work. She said the knowledge learners invest in developing these technologies makes them worthy of recognition and protection.
17:30
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National Water Launches Prepaid Water Taps in Gulu City 1

The new system, described as a “water ATM,” allows customers to draw water directly from automated hubs using a token card, without the need for a third-party vendor. Each 20-litre jerry can is dispensed at a flat rate of 25 shillings.
08:19
08:19

Soroti University Disappointed Over Delay in Uganda’s First Centre for Nuclear Science and Technology 4 1

The CNST project, implemented by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development in collaboration with Soroti University, began in 2023. It is a flagship initiative aimed at advancing Uganda’s capacity in nuclear science and technology, driving progress in research, education, and innovation.
07:53
07:53

Eastern Region Hosts Inaugural Science Innovation Competition 2 1

Held under the theme "Science for Development and Transformation," the competition is designed to promote hands-on learning and scientific creativity in secondary schools.
09:17
09:17

New Energy at Soroti Fruit Factory Sparks Optimism Among Farmers, Leaders 1 3

Jorem Opian Obicho, a board member representing the Teso Tropical Fruit Growers Cooperative Union (TEFCU), revealed that a second processing line has been installed—resolving the long-standing issue of alternating between mangoes and oranges on a single line. “This is a significant improvement. It means efficiency and better service to farmers,” he said.
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Uganda Energizes Clean Power Ambitions with 3rd Power & Electricity Expo paris agreement 1 3

The Expo comes at a pivotal moment when Uganda is implementing the Energy Transition Plan, which aims to phase out obsolete technologies, improve efficiency, and accelerate the adoption of renewable energy and clean transport in line with the Paris Agreement and Uganda’s Nationally Determined Contribution.
07:03
07:03

NARO Set to Roll Out Anti-Tick Vaccine After 13 Years of Research 1 2

Ashiraf Migadde, a consultant with NARO, explains that when a tick feeds on the vaccinated animal’s blood, it effectively ingests its poison. “Ticks have been feeding freely, but now they’ll be sabotaged. The blood becomes toxic to the tick, drastically reducing its ability to feed and ultimately disrupting its growth and reproductive cycle,” Migadde said.
08:21
08:21

UBOS Distributes Over 5,000 Tablets to Universities and Cultural Institutions 1

Recipient academic institutions include Makerere University, Kyambogo University, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Gulu University, Lira University, Soroti University, Makerere University Business School (MUBS), and the National Council for Higher Education. Cultural beneficiaries include the Kingdoms of Buganda, Bunyoro, Busoga, and Rwenzururu.
07:03
07:03

First Lady Urges Alumni to Curb Online Misuse Among Students 1 1

The First Lady’s message was delivered by the Minister for General Duties, Justine Kasule Lumumba, during the Platinum Jubilee celebrations at St. John’s Secondary School, Nandere, in Luwero District.
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IG Halts UIRI Recruitment Over Corruption Allegations 1

According to the IG, the decision follows preliminary findings from an ongoing probe into irregular recruitment processes, allegedly involving Deputy Executive Director Dr. Dick Kamugasha.
07:13
07:13

Ghana, Kenya, and Nigeria Shine at AYuTe NextGen 2025 Awards in Kampala 1

For continuity of innovation in agriculture, governments were argued to create youth-friendly AgriTech policies and reduce regulatory burdens, investors to provide patient capital tailored for early-stage ventures, private sector actors to co-build infrastructure for digital agriculture, and mentors and research institutions to help localize and scale proven technologies.
13:18
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Africa Aviation Engineers Call for Unity, Digital Transformation

Globally, the aviation sector is undergoing rapid transformation accelerated by artificial intelligence, remote sensing technologies, and increasing cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
07:14
07:14

Airtel and Cisco Launch Network-as-a-Service to Curb Data Losses in Ugandan Enterprises 1

The platform, a partnership between Airtel Uganda and global tech leader Cisco, aims to simplify enterprise IT infrastructure while enabling businesses to scale securely, flexibly, and intelligently.
10:44
10:44

Aviation Engineers Call for Homegrown Innovation, Collaboration 1

Held under the auspices of the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), the meeting held at Speake Resort Munyonyo brought together air traffic safety engineers, airport security specialists, and civil aviation authorities from across Africa.
17:34
17:34

East Africa Challenged On Digitization VAT Collections 2 Top story

The use of Electronic Fiscal Devices (EFDs) in VAT collection has drawn the interest of researchers in academia and tax administration in their attempt to measure the impact of such a significant investment.
12:22
12:22

Agricultural Waste Can Become Clothes of The Future 1

New sources such as agricultural wastes and fibers, paper grade pulp and recycled textiles are emerging on a global scale, with a variety of new sources and companies contributing new technologies, processing methods and ideas.
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11:48

Oil Markets Face New Uncertainties As Drivers of Supply And Demand Shift Oil 2025 3

As Israel-Iran conflict focuses attention on immediate energy security risks, new IEA medium-term outlook sees global oil supply increase set to far outpace demand growth in coming years.
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USD 160 Million Invested In Uganda's E-Mobility Sector KIIra EV 3 Top story

There is total investment commitment from the Private Sector of USD 800 Million over the next five (5) years said the report released ahead of the National Science & Technology Week.
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Lango Cultural Leaders Join Fight against Malaria 1 5

Frederick Ogwal Oyee, the clan chief of the Inomo clan, believes that people just need more persuasion for them to embrace the vaccines, saying people are always scared of new vaccines.
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