Sunday, June 16, 2024 By Nakitto Joselyn Elizabeth The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has appealed to the clearing agents to take on the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) training to improve their role in the supply chain. Abel Kagumire, the Commissioner of Customs has emphasized the importance of the training, highlighting its detailed modules pertaining to…
Saturday, June 15, 2024 By Nakitto Joselyn Elizabeth. As the world anticipates for the commemoration of the African Child’s Day on June 16, 2024, the Children’s Parliament has gathered over 500 children at Kiryadongo district headquaters today June 15, 2024 to discuss and advocate for their right to education and needs.Tallea Franco, Assistant Commissioner for…
The Ministry of Economic Development of Russia to unveil new tourism destination in Tanzania to the country’s tour operators with hope that this will become the foundation for the launch of charter flights Refering to the statements made by Nikita Kondratiev, Director of the ministry’s Department for Multilateral Economic Cooperation and Special Projects, the…
Friday, June 14, 2024 By Nakitto Joselyn Elizabeth. In a campaign to preserve the environment, the government pledges to continue supporting Kiira Motors Corporation (KMC) with shs 32.5 billion to complete the vehicle plant in Jinja for production of electronic buses to embrace environmental sustainability. This fund was located in the budget which was read…
Friday, June 14, 2024 By Nakitto Joselyn Elizabeth As the global community eagerly anticipates the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15th, the Minister of State for Elderly Affairs, Honorable Dominic Mafwabi Gidudu (MP), has unveiled the agenda for this year’s observance. During the press address on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at the Media…
By Mufumba Paul In a campaign of combating poverty in Uganda, the president of Uganda HE.Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has continually assisted the agricultural sector with seedlings, herds of cattle and hard cash. Ugandans displayed their gratitude as witnessed on his visit in Gomba. But how can smallholder farmers be shielded from risks and calamities? Microinsurance…
Uganda’s aviation industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority’s (UCAA) relentless efforts to upgrade and expand the country’s airport facilities. This strategic investment is poised to cement Uganda’s position as a regional aviation hub, bolstering economic development and fostering global connectivity. Ongoing Projects: Transforming Air Travel Experience Several high-profile projects…
The National Air Transport Facilitation Committee, led by Commissioner Transport Regulation Mr. Winstone Katushabe, held a productive meeting at Entebbe International Airport on June 6, 2024, to discuss ways to enhance the passenger experience. The committee’s primary goal is to facilitate the seamless movement of passengers and cargo through airports, in compliance with International Civil…
Uganda has made significant strides in enhancing its international air connectivity by concluding Bilateral Air Service Agreements (BASAs) with an impressive 56 countries. These agreements are crucial in facilitating travel and trade, and it’s exciting to see Uganda expanding its reach globally. Some of the countries with which Uganda has signed BASAs include: • Africa:…
Entebbe International Airport, Uganda’s primary aviation hub, has reported a significant increase in passenger traffic for April 2024. According to the latest statistics, the airport handled a total of 164,705 international passengers, marking a notable surge in travel activity. The breakdown reveals: • 82,247 arriving passengers • 82,458 departing passengers • Average daily passenger traffic:…
