Tag: Frank Tumwebaze

UPC Attributes Two Million Stunted Children to 1980s Livestock Losses

National News
Akena referred to historical statements by President Museveni acknowledging the destruction of food supplies and the destitution of about 2.7 million people during that period. He argued that the loss of cattle deprived communities of daily nutrition, household income, school fees, draft power, and soil fertility, leaving effects that continue to be felt today.

Gen Saleh, NWSC’s Dr. Mugisha Push for Land Ownership Management to Fix Kampala’s Waste Crisis

Environment
Kampala’s waste management system has come under increasing strain in recent years, including during Uganda’s first National Cleaning Day, when the volume of collected waste overwhelmed collection teams and temporarily clogged the Buyala disposal facility.
Agriculture

UCDA to Continue Operations Until President Museveni Assents to...

The National Coffee (Amendment) Bill 2024, which proposes the dissolution of UCDA after 32 years of operation, has sparked heated debate and opposition from various sections of the public and some Members of Parliament. Despite the backlash, Parliament voted to advance the bill, citing the need for greater efficiency and alignment with MAAIF’s broader agricultural mandate.
Science

VP Alupo Commends Science and Innovation for Transforming Uganda’s...

As Uganda faces rising temperatures and irregular rainfall patterns, initiatives like these are crucial in ensuring sustainable farming practices that are able to cope with future climate changes.
Business

Ugandan Government Set to Lift Livestock Movement Ban in...

The policy reversal is aimed at allowing farmers to purchase vaccines directly, which will help them resume their commercial activities more quickly.
National News

Minister Nabakooba Commissions UGX18B USMID Projects in Kamwenge District

The Minister for Lands, Housing, and Urban Development, Judith Nabakooba, has commissioned government projects worth UGX 18 billion, constructed...
National News

MPs Task Gov’t to Fast Track Establishment of FMD...

Members of Parliament have requested that the government expedite the establishment of a vaccine manufacturing plant for Foot and...

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