Uganda Launches US$28 Billion Climate Investment Drive as VP Alupo Unveils New Platform.

By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L. H. D (Hon) KAMPALA: Vice President H.E. Jessica Alupo has officially launched the Uganda Climate Investment Platform (UCIP), a government-led initiative aimed at mobilising resources and coordinating financing for climate change mitigation and adaptation projects across the country’s key economic sectors. The launch comes at a critical time when…

Uganda bets on AFCON to turn football fans into lifelong tourists

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1412 EAT on Thursday 5 November 2026 Uganda is seeking to use the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to boost tourism and position itself as a leading global travel destination. At the centre of the strategy is a marketing partnership between the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) and…

Syria and Saudi Arabia seal defence pact, agree $403m in loans

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1344 EAT on Thursday 5 November 2026 Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman have presided over the signing of several agreements, including a defence cooperation deal and more than $403 million in Saudi loans to support Syria’s energy, housing, health and infrastructure sectors….

Uganda, Algeria Deepen Trade and Investment Ties as North African Nation Marks 72 Years of Revolution.

By Dr  Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L. H. D, (Hon) Gordon Anastasias Ssekandi, Caleb Turyamuhika & Faith Barbara Ruhinda Uganda and Algeria have reaffirmed their longstanding diplomatic relations and commitment to strengthening economic cooperation, trade, education, energy and African solidarity as Algeria commemorates the 72nd anniversary of its Glorious Revolution of November 1, 1954. The celebrations,…

ABC Group Enters Kenyan Market as Construction Sector Rebounds.

By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L H. D (Hon) International building materials company opens its 18th East African showroom in Nairobi, signalling long-term investment ambitions in Kenya’s construction, real estate and home-improvement sectors. NAIROBI, KENYA – International building materials and home-improvement company ABC Group has officially entered the Kenyan market with the opening of ABC…