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ULTRA-MODERN COMMERCIAL BUILDING SET FOR CONSTRUCTION IN UGANDA

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Nssf set to build an ultra-modern multipurpose commercial building in Uganda. The construction which was commissioned by the National social security fund (NSSF) uganda is expected to be built in Mbarara town, Uganda. The project which sit on 0.43 acre piece of land which is owned by the NSSF will cost US $1m when completed plus also having a modern retail and office complex that will comprise of four floors with a total built-up area…

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US$3.24m Water Supply project in Uganda completed

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Communities gain from the completed Kapeeka Water Supply project in Uganda. The Kapeeka Water Supply project in Uganda worth about US$3.24m have just been completed. The project which was carried out by The National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) to benefit five sub-counties and Town Councils in both Nakaseke and Kiboga districts. The project which is intended to improve the economic welfare of people in the Luwero Triangle has already given access to clean and safe water to…

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UGANDA OPEN FIRST SOLAR PLANT TO INCREASE ELECTRICITY

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Uganda open first solar plant to help increase electricity as well as job opportunities for resident of that communities. The level of solar energy utilisation in Uganda is still very low which made the country to improve by installing its first solar pv in the early 1980 but it was mainly driven by donor-funded programmes for lighting and vaccine refrigeration in health centers. Due to poor electricity supply, the country has open a solar plant…

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UGANDA AT 55, WHERE ARE WE?

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As Uganda celebrates its Independence today (09-10-1962), we decided to take an in-depth look at the country with an influence in the Eastern African block. We cannot look at Uganda without acknowledging China’s impressive presence in the region, accounting for numerous infrastructural projects and economic activities. China has been showing a strong willingness to take more ambitious risks associated with the countries resources. Showing strong commitment through signed deals to develop Uganda’s oil, minerals, and…

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AIRTEL LAUNCHES 4GLTE TELECOMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY IN UGANDA

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Airtel Uganda improves in its network and still keeping it cheap for subscriber. The 4G LTE network will enable Airtel Uganda to provide its subscriber around the country the fastest available speed  and an improved experience in internet based activities such as video conferencing, mobile web access, amongst  others. According to Airtel managing director, V.G Somasekhar, with the 4G LTE technology, customers would have an overall improved internet experience at an affordable rates. he added…

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UGANDA REDUCES LENDING RATES TO 9.5%

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Bank of Uganda reduces lending rates to 9.5%, to help boost private sector credit growth. Aiming at stimulating the economy and boosting private sector lending, Uganda’s Apex bank, Bank of Uganda have reduced the Central Bank Rate (CBR) from 10% to 9.5%. This reduction have been confirmed as the lowest the country have known since 2011, as the government targets stabilization of  its market using short term interest rates. Here is a statement  from the…

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UGANDA GETS POWER SUPPORT FROM SIEMEN

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Siemen to increase national power generating capacity and connect more people to the power grid in uganda. Uganda is a country that has one of the lowest electricity access rates by global and regional standards. The country poor power sector has lead to its been able to have a grid electricity of less than 22% whereby making only 7% of the rural population currently electrified. Siemen’s contribution is primarily to increase national power generating capacities and to…

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UGANDAN POLICE BANS DEMONSTRATION AS MEMBERS OF PARLIAMENT DEBATES ON PRESIDENTIAL AGE LIMIT

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The Inspector General of Police Kale Kayihura said in a statement on Wednesday that planners of demonstrations can use other forms other than processions to allow parliament to “debate in peace”. He explained that they received information about groups planning to use the cover of processions to “cause violence and chaos” and that the police is obligated to keep law and order. “For avoidance of doubt, this measure applies to both supporters and opponents of the removal…

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KENYA ANNOUNCED COMMITTMENT PLANS FOR NAIVASHA-KISUMU-MALABA SGR LINES

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The commitment by the governments of Kenya and Uganda to commence construction of the Naivasha-Kisumu-Malaba and Malaba-Kampala Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) lines by December marks a significant step forward in regional infrastructure development. Following a meeting of regional Cabinet Secretaries and Ministers, both countries have completed the harmonization of technical specifications and standards for the project. The joint communique issued after the meeting underscores the commitment to expedite the completion of the remaining SGR sections…

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RWANDA & KENYA AGREED TO PARTNER FOR NORTHERN CORRIDOR TRANSPORT SYSTEM

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Government officials from Rwanda and Kenya convened to bolster cooperation between the two nations and enhance transport services along the northern corridor, aiming to strengthen trade and streamline the movement of goods and people through improved connectivity. Northern Corridor is the transport corridor linking Rwanda, Burundi, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to the Kenyan sea port of Mombasa. The corridor also serves Northern Tanzania, Southern Sudan and Ethiopia. The bilateral meeting held…

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HEWATELE SECURED US$20M FUND FOR CONSTRUCTION OF OXYGEN-PLANT BUILDING IN KENYA

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Hewatele, a Kenyan medical oxygen producer, has secured a $20 million (approximately Sh2.9 billion) funding package from various organizations, including the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), Finnfund, Soros Economic Development Fund (SEDF), UBS Optimus Foundation, and Grand Challenges Canada. This funding will be utilized to build a modern cryogenic medical liquid oxygen air separation unit plant at Tatu Industrial Park, the first of its kind in East Africa in the last 60 years. The…

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WEST POKOT CEMENT PLANT SET TO BE INAUGURATED IN KENYA

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Simba Cement, part of businessman Narendra Raval’s business domain, is poised to inaugurate its West Pokot facility later this month, injecting an additional 2.5 million tonnes of clinker, a crucial raw material in cement production, into the nation. Immediate commencement of production is on the horizon, intensifying competition within the cement sector and placing additional constraints on the industry’s pricing flexibility. According to Mr Raval, the completion of the plant is imminent, with an official…

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WORK MINISTER CALLS TO FAST-TRACK COMMENCEMENT OF KAMPALA-JINJA EXPRESSWAY

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The Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, has renewed a call to the Minister of Works and Transport, Gen Edward Katumba Wamala, to fast-track the commencement of works on the 77 km Kampala-Jinja Expressway. Speaker Among made the call while chairing Tuesday’s plenary sitting. “The loan was approved, and since 2020 nothing has taken place,” she said. “We were told that the issue is with project affected persons.” Gen Katumba explained that works on the expressway…

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HOW CLEAN WATER IS CRITICAL FOR RWANDA PEOPLE

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Access to sustainable clean water service is critical for human survival and Water For People, has, since 2008, been striving to bring clean water to Rwandans in different parts of the country. Water For People has been working in Rwanda; partnering with the Government of Rwanda, districts communities, businesses, and other stakeholders to provide sustainable access to safe water, and sanitation facilities and hygiene education to communities and public institutions in Rulindo, Kicukiro, Gicumbi, Karongi…

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FOUR MULTI-BILLION NATIONAL ROAD PROJECTS GET GREENLIGHT IN RWANDA

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A new Ministerial Order signed by the Minister of Environment, Jeanne D’arc Mujawamariya, and the Minister of Justice and Attorney General, Emmanuel Ugirashebuja, approved the expropriation of assets in public interest along four roads set to be constructed. The approval of the expropriation – published on December 20, 2023, in the official gazette – was done to pave the way for the construction and rehabilitation of Base (Rulindo)-Butaro (Burera)-Kidaho (Burera) road, Sashwara (Nyabihu)-Rega (Nyabihu)-Mutovu (Rubavu)-Kabuhanga…

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NGOMA-NYANZA ROAD CONSTRUCTION ON TRACK IN RWANDA

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Nyanza district residents are already reaping the benefits of the ongoing Ngoma-Nyanza road construction. The road will link the Southern Province to the Eastern Province, enhancing accessibility without the need to traverse through the City of Kigali. The Ngoma-Nyanza road upgrading project, spanning around 123 kilometers and connecting Ngoma, Bugesera, and Nyanza districts, is progressing in phases, including the Ngoma-Ramiro road (52.8 km) and Kibugabuga – Gasoro (66.55 km). This crucial infrastructure is expected to…

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CROSS BORDER PIPELINE PROJECT ON TRACK AFTER FIRST CONSIGNMENT IN TANZANIA

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The first consignment of 100-kilometer pipes for the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) has arrived in Dar es Salaam Port, signaling the initiation of the main construction phase for the cross-border pipeline project. EACOP will transport crude oil from the Lake Albert region of Uganda to the Chongoleani peninsula near Tanga in Tanzania, where it can access world markets. The project represents a major inward investment in Uganda and Tanzania. An event to mark…

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WATER CHALLENGES: HOW RESIDENT OF BURERA DISTRICT SET TO BENEFIT FROM LATEST DEVELOPMENT IN RWANDA

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Burera District has experienced significant development as a result of substantial investments that have notably enhanced the water and sanitation sector. This has alleviated the challenges faced by residents, particularly those living in proximity to the Ugandan border, who no longer need to cross borders in search of clean water. The implementation of these developmental projects is credited to the substantial financial resources generated through taxation. This approach underscores a commitment to national development without…

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CALLS FOR INVESTORS TO BUILD MULTI-STAR HOTEL INTENSIFY IN RWANDA

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The CEO of Rwanda Development Board (RDB), Francis Gatare, has called upon investors to build a multi-star hotel on Mount Rebero in Kigali City. He made the case for the luxury hotel, on November 25, 2023, after participating in Umuganda where 1,000 trees were planted on the hill in partnership with youth and Global Citizen–an organisation dedicated to eradicating extreme poverty. Mount Rebero is an enchanting area that has undergone a breathtaking transformation, emerging as…

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HOW DAR ES SALAAM PORT INEFFICIENCES ARE DERAILING TANZANIA’S ECONOMY

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The inefficiencies at the Dar es Salaam Port have been derailing its march towards becoming the regional powerhouse that could have contributed substantially to Tanzania’s economic growth. From the strategic point of view, the Dar es Salaam Port is well positioned to serve more land-linked countries at cost-efficient services thus giving it a high comparative advantage over its peer ports. Despite continued efforts to improve the port, there is still a long way to go…

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