Nakaseke, Uganda | CAROLYNE MUYAMA | To appreciate Uganda’s industrial ambitions, one needs to drive northwest of Kampala to the historic Nakaseke District, home to the China-Uganda Liao Shen Industrial Park, popularly known as Kapeeka Industrial Park. While Nakaseke is historically associated with the 1980s Bush War, this expansive …
Read More »The Right to Development: Why Uganda must close before it can open
COMMENT | CRISPIN KAHERU | Before any serious building rises in Uganda, the first thing to go up is the mabaati – corrugated iron sheets that seal off the site. Behind them, foundations are dug, concrete is poured, and steel is welded. There is noise, dust, and confusion. Trucks …
Read More »Sudan’s mango sector in crisis as war disrupts production, supply chains
KHARTOUM | Xinhua | Sudan’s mango industry, once a thriving sector employing thousands and generating significant export revenue, has been devastated by over two years of war, with local farmers, exporters and experts warning that disrupted supply chains, rising transport costs and damaged infrastructure are pushing the sector to …
Read More »Magoola’s pharmaceutical ambition
How a day-long visit to Dei Pharma at Matuga changed my view of what Ugandans can do THE LAST WORD | ANDREW M. MWENDA | On Friday, June 26, I visited Matthias Magoola’s Dei Pharma plant at Matuga along Kampala-Gulu Road. It was to honour a promise I had …
Read More »China’s development offers valuable inspiration for developing countries, says Saudi expert
RIYADH | Xinhua | China’s development, which is based on an integrated approach that combines long-term planning, practical implementation and continuous adaptation to evolving realities, offers valuable inspiration for developing countries, said a Saudi expert. China’s development was not “a mere historical coincidence,” but rather the result of long-term efforts …
Read More »China moves to bolster youth employment for the AI era
BEIJING | Xinhua | This was a livestream like no other! Instead of social media influencers, it featured HR managers from China’s top tech giants like JD.com, Baidu and Alibaba stepping into the spotlight to unveil exclusive job openings, tackle burning questions about salaries and career growth, and even …
Read More »How radio is changing farming methods in Northern Uganda
Aciro Plants Over Three Thousand Trees to Secure a Climate-Resilient Financial Future Lamwo, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Every Tuesday and Friday, a familiar sound echoes through many households in northern Uganda. Many are tuning into a radio frequency, followed by the distinctive broadcast of the Farmer’s Voice …
Read More »The knockout stage is nearing its climax: 1xBet highlights the World Championship quarterfinals’ key matchups
At the quarterfinal stage, the tournament becomes more strategic, where not only emotion but tactical flexibility, squad depth, and big-game experience play a decisive role. The teams enter these matches fully prepared, while coaching decisions and individual brilliance of star players take center stage. This is where the true title …
Read More »Europe is battling a record‑breaking heatwave
What’s making it so severe? COMMENT | ANDREW WATKINS | Sweltering temperatures are shattering records across Europe, as the continent battles a deadly heatwave. On Tuesday (June 23) and Wednesday (June 24), France endured its hottest days in history, with western regions reaching highs of between 39°C and …
Read More »China honors outstanding scientists, sci-tech innovations
BEIJING | Xinhua | Two veteran scientists won China’s top sci-tech award for the year 2025 on Wednesday for their groundbreaking contributions to the fields of lithium batteries and radar technology, respectively, as the country honored 258 projects and 11 experts for scientific and technological achievements. Chen Liquan, 86, a …
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