On 31st August 2024, China Town, a new superstore, opened its doors in Lugogo, taking over the former space of Shoprite Game store. The store offers an extensive range of products, including electronics, furniture, kitchenware, sports equipment, home appliances, and beauty products, which have quickly captured the attention…
Many African currencies have weakened significantly against the US dollar (USD). For instance, the Ugandan shilling (UGX) has lost about 5.6 percent against the USD since October 2023. As of February 24th, 2024, the UGX was trading at 3,930 against the dollar, up from 3,620 in August 2023.…
In recent years, Uganda has been grappling with the adverse effects of changing climate seasons. This has mainly been in the form of unbearable heat waves (climbing temperatures), droughts, declining rainfall, or erratic rainfall, leading to frequent busting of rivers, mudslides, and landslides. The most vulnerable sector is…
The Uganda National Examination Board (UNEB) released the results for primary seven (P.7), senior four (S.4), and senior six (S.6) for the year 2023. However, what took the limelight were the highflyers. But beneath the glittering headlines, there are staggering numbers of students whose futures are uncertain due…