On The Spot: Political forecast and economic prospects for 2025

As we enter 2025, the global political landscape is poised at a crossroads, with shifting alliances, rising tensions, and the recalibration of traditional power structures. The year promises significant geopolitical developments, as nations navigate post-pandemic recovery, climate change pressures, and the evolving dynamics of international trade. We explore the key political and economic trends that […]

Real estate trends: Demand for prime office space soars

Thinking about investing in real estate? Industry experts highlight key trends shaping the market. The demand for prime office space remains robust, with Class A properties—featuring high-quality finishes and amenities—attracting more clientele than commercial spaces with average finishes. Betty Ndagire delves into where the opportunities lie in this evolving sector.

Africa faces soil health crisis, threatening food security

Africa is grappling with a severe soil health crisis, with 65% of agricultural land degraded across the continent. Uganda is no exception, having lost 50% of its arable land to degradation. At the recently concluded CAADP summit, experts delivered a stark warning: no country is on track to meet the Post-Malabo Declaration’s target of ending […]

Judicial officers raise alarm over lack of explosive storage at court

Judicial officers at the International Crimes Division have decried the lack of a proper storage facility for explosive exhibits on their premises. The officials say they are now exposed to a high risk of a possible explosion should the government fail to provide sufficient storage facilities, which is affecting the rented court structure. The call […]

AU Summit adopts new CAADP strategy to revamp Agri-food systems

The just-concluded African Union Extraordinary Summit saw the adoption of the new 10-year Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) strategy and action plan, as well as the CAADP Kampala Declaration. This aims to renew the continent’s efforts to transform its agri-food systems following the failure of the majority to meet or fulfill previous commitments made […]

Chaos erupts at Ssegirinya’s funeral over ceremony disagreement

There was unprecedented chaos at the funeral of fallen Kawempe North MP Muhammad Ssegirinya in Butale-Kaddugala village, Masaka after his National Unity Platform failed to agree with the parliamentary leadership on what would have been a befitting ceremony. This resulted in two ceremonies: one at the MP’s homestead and another led by Nyendo Mukungwe MP […]

Tight security disrupts lawyers’ access at Besigye trial

Security at the Makindye-based General Court Martial was tighter than usual today as the trial of former Presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye and his aide Hajji Obeid Lutale got underway. The defense lawyers, led by Martha Karua, informed the court that the strict security had inconvenienced them, as some lawyers were forced to walk a […]

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