Unlocking Uganda’s Future: Investing in Youth Health and Participation for Sustainable Development
Uganda stands at a pivotal point in its development a moment shaped by the immense potential of its youthful population. With over 60 per cent of Africa’s population under the age of 25, the continent is uniquely positioned to turn its demographic profile into a powerful engine for economic growth and social advancement. Achieving this,
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Uganda Launches Landmark Early Childhood Education Policy to Secure Children’s Future
24 April 2026 | Kampala, Uganda Uganda has taken a significant step toward securing the future of its youngest citizens with the upcoming launch of the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Policy (2025), a comprehensive national framework aimed at transforming early learning and child development across the country. The policy will be officially launched
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Uganda’s Healthcare Revolution: Why Caring for the Caregiver Is the Key to Quality Care
By Martin Akena KAMPALA, Uganda – It started as a whisper. A theory. An idea that Determined — a woman once dismissed by many — refused to let fade away. Today, that whisper has grown into a movement. The day’s theme—“skin, self-care, and the hand of penalty”—may have raised a smile, but the sentiment behind
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Strengthening Education Data Systems in Africa: A Shift Toward Evidence-Based Decision Making
Kampala -Uganda: A high-level regional forum brought together policymakers, researchers, development partners, and education stakeholders from across Africa and beyond, including Uganda, Kenya, Senegal, Burkina Faso, Rwanda, and Tanzania. The discussions centered on a shared vision: building stronger education data systems to support evidence-based decision-making and improve learning outcomes across Africa. “We are entering an
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Value Addition As A Pathway To Prosperity- A Case Study Of Mwenge Central Women Entrepreneur Emyooga Sacco
“All effort must be made to add value to all our products. We must stop exporting raw materials and instead add value to everything we produce.” This statement by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni captures the essence of Uganda’s development strategy, which is focused on shifting the economy from subsistence production to market-orientated growth. One of
How Uganda Secured AFCON 2027 Under the PAMOJA Bid
Uganda’s journey to hosting the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is now entering a decisive phase, as Kampala hosts a key Confederation of African Football (CAF) kickoff workshop this week. More than a routine meeting, the gathering signals the transition from winning the bid to delivering a tournament that will place East Africa firmly
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President Museveni to Launch new cement and clinker factory in Karamoja
President Museveni is set to commission an over $300 Million Cement Plant Launch, a move that signals a new era for Karamoja and Uganda’s Industrial Growth. Yaobai Cement Uganda will officially launch its state-of-the-art cement plant in Moroto, in a landmark investment set to reshape Uganda’s manufacturing sector as well unlock new economic potential in
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Media Review – 15th, April 2026
NEW VISION PRESIDENT HAILS GEN. SALEH’S SACRIFICE IN LIBERATION STRUGGLE Page: 2 Summary: President Yoweri Museveni has hailed Gen. (rtd) Caleb Akandwanaho alias Salim Saleh for sacrificing his youthful days to join the liberation struggle, describing him as a symbol of patriotism and a role model for young Ugandans. GOVERNMENT SECURES ANOTHER 119 MILLION LITRES
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PRESS RELEASE ON FOURTH QUARTER EXPENDITURE RELEASES FOR FY 2025/26
Economic Growth A Strong Shilling Investor Confidence and Optimism Inflation External Sector Statutory Obligations and Institutions ATMS to drive tenfold growth Enablers of the ATMS Wealth Creation Security Infrastructure Human Capital Development Local Governments Shs 519.8 billion has been released. Of this, Shs 328.69 billion is for conditional and non-conditional grants and Shs 191.08 billion
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