31 March 2025 Government reveals that it will purchase ten more commercial aircrafts for the National carrier, Uganda Airlines, to boost trade, investment and help in the airlines expansion of flights. This is contained in the Uganda Airlines strategic plan for the next ten years. Currently, Uganda Airlines has a total of six air crafts in its fleet which include the bombardier CRJ 900 and Airbus A320 neo. In an Interview with journalists on the sidelines of the Uganda Airlines Editors Round Table Engagement, Uganda Airlines Chief Commercial Officer Adedayo Olawuyi emphasizes that these additions will also facilitate tourism and cultural exchanges. “Basing on what we have been discussing with the government , we are looking at adding four mid-ranger crafts, two dream liners and two cargo freighters as well”. Olawuyi revealed. Olawuyi adds that these additions will enhance connectivity across Africa and the globe. Story by Wycliffe Sebunya
31 March 2025 Power distribution Company UMEME’s 20 year concession officially comes to a close today. The company will now awaiting a final settlement from the Government of Uganda. Umeme submitted an estimated buyout claim of USD 234 million. But according to the audit by the Office of the Auditor General, government will payout USD 118 million. The payment deadline is March 31, 2025, after which Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited will fully assume control of the distribution system. Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa confirms that UMEME will hand over today In the meantime, Nankabirwa says the power blackout witnessed in some parts of the country are being systematically rectified by UMEME teams because it’s part of their contractual obligation until mid-night today. Story by Vincent Kisiriko.
31 March 2025 The Titular Head of the Muslim community in Uganda Prince Kassim Nakibinge shows dismay over brutality, violence and human rights abuse meted out by security agencies in the just concluded Kawempe North by elections. Speaking during Idd prayers at Kibuli Mosque, Nakibinge tells those in power to stop forcing people to be loyal to them. Nakibige also criticized the actions of security agencies of kidnapping, arresting and killing journalists who were executing their duties. He has called for calmness as the country heads to the 2026 General elections to avoid a repeat of what happened in Kawempe. Story by Vincent Kisiriko
31 March 2025 Government reveals that it will purchase ten more commercial aircrafts for the National carrier, Uganda Airlines, to boost trade, investment and help in the airlines expansion of flights. This is contained in the Uganda Airlines strategic plan for the next ten years. Currently, Uganda Airlines has a total of six air crafts in its fleet which include the bombardier CRJ 900 and Airbus A320 neo. In an Interview with journalists on the sidelines of the Uganda Airlines Editors Round Table Engagement, Uganda Airlines Chief Commercial Officer Adedayo Olawuyi emphasizes that these additions will also facilitate tourism and cultural exchanges. “Basing on what we have been discussing with the government , we are looking at adding four mid-ranger crafts, two dream liners and two cargo freighters as well”. Olawuyi revealed. Olawuyi adds that these additions will enhance connectivity across Africa and the globe. Story by Wycliffe Sebunya
31 March 2025 Power distribution Company UMEME’s 20 year concession officially comes to a close today. The company will now awaiting a final settlement from the Government of Uganda. Umeme submitted an estimated buyout claim of USD 234 million. But according to the audit by the Office of the Auditor General, government will payout USD 118 million. The payment deadline is March 31, 2025, after which Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited will fully assume control of the distribution system. Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa confirms that UMEME will hand over today In the meantime, Nankabirwa says the power blackout witnessed in some parts of the country are being systematically rectified by UMEME teams because it’s part of their contractual obligation until mid-night today. Story by Vincent Kisiriko.
31 March 2025 The Titular Head of the Muslim community in Uganda Prince Kassim Nakibinge shows dismay over brutality, violence and human rights abuse meted out by security agencies in the just concluded Kawempe North by elections. Speaking during Idd prayers at Kibuli Mosque, Nakibinge tells those in power to stop forcing people to be loyal to them. Nakibige also criticized the actions of security agencies of kidnapping, arresting and killing journalists who were executing their duties. He has called for calmness as the country heads to the 2026 General elections to avoid a repeat of what happened in Kawempe. Story by Vincent Kisiriko
