Plastic bottles for drip irrigation, a game-changer for farmers in Lira
Plastic bottles, which would typically take a decade to decompose, can now be re-used as valuable tools in drip irrigation systems.
Why East Africa standby force reps., are in Uganda
The primary goal of the workshop, according to Gonyi, was to strengthen the East African Standby Force as a viable disaster management option for member states.
Govt cites bias and distances itself from compensating Thomas Kwoyelo’s victims
In August this year, the court found Kwoyelo guilty of war crimes and crimes against humanity, sentencing him to 40 years’ imprisonment on October 25, 2024.
Rethinking road safety: The untapped power of insurance in Africa
Several challenges, including low insurance penetration, must be overcome to realize the promising potential of insurance for improved road safety.
Adjumani targets over 140,000 households under IRS campaign
Norbert Dragule, the Malaria Focal Person for Adjumani District Local Government, revealed that malaria prevalence in the district remains high despite ongoing interventions.
Small-scale farmers embrace human urine as fertilizer and pesticide
The use of human urine as fertilizer and pesticide presents a cost-effective, eco-friendly alternative to synthetic agricultural inputs.
World Bank’s historic $100b IDA21 replenishment to fight poverty and climate change
The World Bank Group has announced a record-breaking $100 billion financing package for the 21st replenishment cycle of the International Development Association (IDA21), marking the largest commitment in the fund’s history.
Why ICD judge ordered prison to respect Kwoyelo’s dignity
Kwoyelo, through his legal team, is attempting to challenge reparations application that he compensate victims of his crimes.
Uganda Police start pre-deployment assessment for Somalia mission
The ongoing assessment ensures that the deployment in Somalia complies with AU standards and objectives.
Ogwok, Otuke and Akite arrested for murder in Lira City
Local council members were notified, and a murder report was filed with the Lira City West Division Police.
UPDF announces major victories in fight against ADF terrorism
Since 2021, the UPDF and FARDC have worked together to dismantle the ADF in the DRC.
Watch experts explain National Oilseeds Project and how far it has reached
Eighty-one (81) districts in Uganda formed into six hubs are benefiting from the National Oilseeds Project under the Ministry of Local Government and MAAIF.