Watersheds critical to water security in Nairobi and surrounding communities are set for restoration thanks to an investment in Kenya of USD1.65 million by the Coca-Cola system. The project in …
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Africa’s farmers to benefit from global push for low-methane resilient livestock
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), with support from the Bezos Earth Fund and the Global Methane Hub, has announced the launch of a three-year, US$3.35 million initiative. Part of …
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KCCA, UMA Forge Strategic Alliance to Drive Kampala’s Economic Transformation
A bold new chapter is unfolding for Uganda’s capital following a high-level engagement between the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) and the Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA). KCCA Executive Director Hajati …
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How NEMA Crackdown on Noise Pollution is Putting Kampala’s Nightlife Businesses Under Pressure
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has intensified its enforcement drive against noise pollution, a move that could significantly reshape Kampala’s nightlife and entertainment economy. Recently, NEMA’s Department of Enforcement …
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Nakivubo Channel Row Deepens: COSASE Adjourns Probe as Speaker Hands File to New Committee
A parliamentary showdown erupted over the controversial redevelopment of Nakivubo Channel when the Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) abruptly halted its probe into Kampala Capital City …
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How Eco-Bricks are Offering Sustainable Hope for Uganda’s Housing Crisis
Uganda is grappling with a growing housing deficit estimated at over 2.1 million units. For millions of citizens, particularly in urban slums and rural communities, access to affordable, decent housing …
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Kampala, once celebrated for its lush hills and vibrant green spaces, is rapidly losing its natural landscape to unplanned urban development. From forest reserves to wetlands and public parks, the …
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During the rainy season, Kampala’s drainage trenches overflow not just with water, but with solid waste, turning streets into flood zones and exposing the consequences of poor waste management in …
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Why Real Estate is Among Uganda’s Fastest-Growing Businesses in 2025
Uganda’s real estate sector is experiencing unprecedented growth in 2025, driven by urban expansion, infrastructure investments, and increasing demand for both residential and commercial spaces. Across cities like Kampala, Entebbe, …
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Uganda’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are steadily redefining the contours of entrepreneurship by aligning business goals with environmental and social sustainability. These emerging ventures are proving that sustainability is …
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