Africa Uganda Tonto, a traditional banana-based beer whose production still follows traditional techniques such as barefoot beating, is in danger of disappearing, jeopardising a major source of income in the banana-growing regions of central and western Uganda
Africa Uganda Taifa Group has announced the resumption of Nation Media Group’s operations in Uganda following Presidential authorisation; the move is described as a boost to regional investment, media development and East African integration
Africa Uganda Three days of free entry into all Uganda national parks have been announced for September this year for Ugandans and foreign visitors alike; entry fees can vary from below $20 to $800 for foreign non-residents gorilla trekking permits
Africa Uganda The 2026 Commonwealth Young Person of the Year is Ugandan solar energy pioneer and agri-tech social entrepreneur Shifra Ainomugisha; the award recognizes young people’s contributions to sustainable development across the Commonwealth
Africa Uganda Uganda Airlines has placed the largest aircraft order in its history, committing to the purchase of ten Boeing jets to expand its international and intercontinental networks and position itself as a stronger player in regional and global aviation