New Clock Tower Junction
The Clock Tower Junction is a remarkable new monument that has emerged in the first phase of the flyover project, right in the middle of Kampala, the bustling heartbeat of our city.
Joint UNRA and Ministry of Works Inspection of Katosi Road
Ministry of Works and the Uganda National highways Authority (UNRA) jointly inspected the Mukono-Katosi and Kisoga-Nyenga-Njeru highways. Engineer in Chief Samson Bagonza led the team conducting the inspection, which was carried out in response to a mandate from President Yoweri Museveni.
NWSC Starts Project to Improve Water Supply
On January 30, 2024, the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) announced the start of a feasibility study to improve sanitation and water delivery in three new cities: Lira, Hoima, and Fort Portal. The NWSC Managing Director, Eng.
Government to Tighten Up on Fuel Stations That Don’t Comply
The Uganda National Bureau of requirements (UNBS) and the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development will work together to perform operations against fuel station operators who disobey established requirements
The Ugandan Parliament Passes the Important Civil Aviation Amendment Act
The amendment fixes the flaws found in the September 2023 Universal Oversight Audit Programme (USOAP), which was the previous audit. General Wamala issued a warning: if the law’s processing is delayed, there could be negative audit findings and possible harm to the law’s reputation abroad.
Uganda and South Sudan Work Together on a Cutting-Edge Cargo Monitoring System
Commissioner General of the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), and the Commissioner General of the South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) recently had conversations. Their discussion at the URA headquarters in Nakawa was centered around the new cargo monitoring system that was going to be put into place.
URA Enforces Digital Tracking and Invoicing Systems Successfully
By enforcing compliance with the Digital Tracking System (DTS) and the Electronic Fiscal Receipting and Invoicing Solution (EFRIS) in the Kampala Central Business District (CBD), the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has successfully collected UGX 6.8 billion within a week.
The Port Pivot in Uganda Portends Difficulties for Kenya’s Oil Sector
According to reports, since October 2023, Kenya has lost $200 million in exports to Uganda, its biggest regional market. This disclosure coincides with a growing controversy over the importation of petroleum products, which jeopardizes not only the two countries’ commercial relations but also large infrastructure expenditures.
Uganda’s Oil and Gas Sector Prepares for Production
The Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Ruth Nankabirwa, is the conductor of this grand symphony. Her latest briefing revealed a thorough update on important projects, signifying a turning point in the country’s quest for energy riches.
The EACOP Construction Budget Increases to $5 Billion
According to Ruth Nankabirwa, Uganda’s Minister of Energy and Minerals, the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) construction cost has increased to $5 billion from the original estimate of $3.5 billion.