Africa Uganda Ugandan start-up Texfad has found an innovative way to use banana plant waste to produce plant fibres in an environmentally friendly way; Uganda is Africa's leading banana-producing country
Africa Uganda The Ugandan government has banned the practice of 'disco matanga' at funeral ceremonies, believing that these 'devilish dances' often degenerate into sexual violence
Africa Uganda The country will celebrate International Older Persons Day tomorrow; elderly population (60+ years) in Uganda increased significantly from 1,7 million in 2016/17 to 2,3 million, according to the recent population and housing census
Africa Uganda Technology-led charity Hello World is working in central Uganda to bridge digital gaps in hard-to-reach African communities by creating internet hubs with the support of partners and host communities
Africa Uganda An image of Rebecca Cheptegei appeared on a giant screen after the marathon races at the Paris Paralympic Games, in a tribute to the Ugandan athlete killed by her boyfriend after being doused with petrol and set on fire