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.
Uganda Engages Tanzania for an Alternative Route for Petroleum Imports
In order to investigate the prospect of enabling the state-owned Uganda National Oil Company (Unoc) to route its petroleum imports through Dar es Salaam, the Ugandan government has opened talks with Tanzania. Kenya has been opposing Unoc’s plan, approved by Ugandan legislation, to become the exclusive importer of petroleum products into Uganda since September of […]
Parliament Approves Sh134 Billion in New Funding for Kiira Motors
The Presidential Affairs Committee of Parliament has suggested giving Kiira Motors Corporation (KMC) an extra Sh134.14 billion in funding.
Uganda’s Opposition To Nuclear Weapons
Uganda is steadfast in its commitment to pushing for the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons, according to State Minister for Energy and Mineral Development Mr. Peter Lokeris.
Facebook and The Government are Negotiating to End The Three-Year Ban
Chris Baryomunsi, Minister of Information, Communication, and Technology (ICT) and National Guidance. Dr. Baryomunsi told Ugandans during a conference hosted by the ICT ministry that the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) is in discussions with Facebook to determine how to resume operations in the nation.
The Hamurwa-Kanungu Road will Be Tarmaced
Additionally, he disclosed that UGX 500 million had been used by the government to fix the damaged portion of the road at “Hakagyezi,” and an additional UGX 3 billion will be used to fix the damaged section of the Kabale-Kisoro road at Hamurwa.
Kampala Traders are Educated About Digital Taxes By URA
The tax expert highlighted that handling EFRIS transactions doesn’t require advanced technology, saying that people can send transactions and receive electronic invoices and receipts using their phones.
2024 Data Protection Campaign Launched by the Ministry of ICT to Protect Individual Privacy
The Uganda Bureau of Statistics and other government organizations that have access to personal data have received a strong warning from Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, the Minister of ICT, asking them to use the information for the intended purpose in a professional and ethical manner.
Uganda Unveils Makuutu Rare Earth Project with a 21-Year License
On December 28, 2023, the momentous occasion began with the formal signing ceremony between the distinguished Energy and Minerals Development Minister, Ruth Nankabirwa, and the ambitious CEO of Rwenzori Rare Metals Limited, Warren Tregurtha.
Airtel Uganda Announced Participation as the 19th NAM and G77 Summits’ Internet Partner
Uganda’s Kampala Airtel Uganda has proudly announced its participation as the Internet Partner for the upcoming 19th Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement, a significant move that highlights the company’s dedication to digital inclusivity and technical growth. This week in Kampala, the news was made at a press briefing.