Museveni hails science as key to Africa’s agricultural revolution

President Museveni gives a thumbs up during the Summit at Munyonyo President Yoweri Museveni has emphasized the crucial role of ...

Burundi's President Evariste Ndayishimiye interacts with Uganda's enyoy to Burundi Amb Kyaligoza (L) as amb Ssemuddu and Hon Rwamirama look on at Entebbe airport on Friday PPU Photo

Presidents Lourenço, Ndayishimiye, Selassie jet in for landmark agriculture summit

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

11/01/2025

Burundi's President Evariste Ndayishimiye interacts with Uganda's enyoy to Burundi Amb Kyaligoza (L) as amb Ssemuddu and Hon Rwamirama look ...

Uganda's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs/Regional Affairs, Hon. John Mulimba, addresses the AU summit, highlighting the need for Africa to reduce its reliance on imported food.

AU SUMMIT: Africa’s food import bill hits $68 Billion

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

11/01/2025

Uganda's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs/Regional Affairs, Hon. John Mulimba, addresses the AU summit, highlighting the need for Africa ...

Uganda will host the two summits from 15th-23rd January 2024 at Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala.

Uganda Hosts AU Summit to Transform Africa’s Agri-Food Systems

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

09/01/2025

The Extraordinary African Union Summit on the Post-Malabo Comprehensive African Agricultural Development Programme (CAADP) is scheduled to take place from ...

The Speke Resort Convention Centre, located on the shores of Lake Victoria in Uganda, features modern architecture and state-of-the-art facilities, making it a popular destination for international events and conferences.

African Union Summit Aims to Boost Agriculture Sector

by Ronald Mayega | Reporter

05/01/2025

Speke Resort Convention Center Kampala, Uganda - African leaders are gathering in Kampala, Uganda, for a three-day summit aimed at ...

PostBank partners with government to boost food security by financing large-scale farmers

by OUR REPORTER | UG STANDARD

19/12/2024

KAMPALA — PostBank Uganda has been selected to provide interest-free loans to large-scale commercial farmers under a new government financing scheme ...

The write, Hellen Masika is a Community Mobilizer at Centre for Citizens Conserving Environment & Management (CECIC)

HELLEN MASIKA: Reshaping the global food system in the face of climate change

by UG STANDARD EDITOR | UG STANDARD EDITORIAL

27/11/2024

The write, Hellen Masika is a Community Mobilizer at Centre for Citizens Conserving Environment & Management (CECIC) KAMPALA - The ...

A groundbreaking solar-powered irrigation system has been launched and officially handed over to the Buganda Kingdom – Child Welfare and Adoption Society Farm in Ssango, Mawokota.

Solar-powered irrigation project set to transform livelihoods of smallholder farmers

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

23/11/2024

A groundbreaking solar-powered irrigation system has been launched and officially handed over to the Buganda Kingdom – Child Welfare and ...

The celebration will bring together various stakeholders, including local farmers, policymakers, non-governmental organizations, and international development partners. The event will feature exhibitions showcasing agricultural technologies, innovative farming practices, and community food programs as part of the day’s activities.

Uganda Marks World Food Day with Focus on Innovation and Resilience

by MUSA MBOGO | REPORTER

16/10/2024

The celebration will bring together various stakeholders, including local farmers, policymakers, non-governmental organizations, and international development partners. The event will ...

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