UNDP, AMDA Partner to Accelerate Minigrid Deployment in Africa

UNDP and AMDA join forces to implement the $50M Africa Minigrid Program, focusing on technical assistance, capacity building, and policy ...

MTN Mobile Money MD Richard Yego and Bayobab MD Juliet Nsubuga lead MTN staff in handing over computers and commissioning renovations at St. Mary’s Health Centre in Kasaala as part of the ongoing 21 Days of Y’ello

MTN deepens digital agribusiness and health access in Luwero expansion

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

07/06/2025

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MTN Mobile Money MD Richard Yego and Bayobab MD Juliet Nsubuga lead MTN staff in handing over computers and commissioning ...

With the weather becoming increasingly unpredictable due to climate change, Atuhaire checks his crop regularly.

Uganda enacts new climate change regulations

by JACKSON RUGUNDA | UG STANDARD REPORTER

30/05/2025

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With the weather becoming increasingly unpredictable due to climate change, Atuhaire checks his crop regularly. KAMPALA, Uganda — Uganda has officially ...

Felicia Mbaidooue Gbuuka, 35, stands beside her tractor at her home in Yagba community, Nigeria on June 25, 2023.

Innovative finance model reaps rewards for Africa’s smallholder farmers, report shows

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

12/05/2025

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Felicia Mbaidooue Gbuuka, 35, stands beside her tractor at her home in Yagba community, Nigeria on June 25, 2023. Nairobi, ...

Many travellers find Mt. Elgon National Park an exciting alternative to the more strenuous climbs in East Africa. (PHOTO/Courtesy)

Cross-Border Collaboration: Kenya, Uganda Pledge to Save Mount Elgon

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

04/05/2025

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Many travellers find Mt. Elgon National Park an exciting alternative to the more strenuous climbs in East Africa. (PHOTO/Courtesy) NAIROBI, ...

EU Ambassador to Uganda Jan Sadek affirmed the forum's role as a catalyst for action and innovation, highlighting the EU-Africa Global Gateway Investment Package's allocation of EUR 150 billion to Africa between 2021 and 2027 to support sustainable development.

Kampala hosts global gathering on Africa’s decentralized renewable energy future

by Ronald Mayega | Reporter

17/04/2025

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EU Ambassador to Uganda Jan Sadek affirmed the forum's role as a catalyst for action and innovation, highlighting the EU-Africa ...

ATIDI Helps Strengthen Benin’s Fiscal Resilience with Second-Loss Guarantee for Deutsche Bank’s EUR507.5 Million Loan

by OUR REPORTER | UG STANDARD

07/04/2025

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Port of Cotonou The African Trade & Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI) supported the Republic of Benin's latest financing transaction, providing ...

Lord Collins (2nd left) checks out the motorcycles at Zembo

UK Invests in Uganda’s Electric Mobility Future

by JACKSON RUGUNDA | UG STANDARD REPORTER

05/04/2025

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Lord Collins (2nd left) checks out the motorcycles at Zembo The UK has invested in Uganda's electric mobility future through ...

AMDA releases 3rd edition of Benchmarking Africa's Minigrids Report, highlighting growth, challenges, and opportunities in Africa's minigrid sector

AMDA Unveils Benchmarking Report on Africa’s Minigrid Sector

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

03/04/2025

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AMDA releases 3rd edition of Benchmarking Africa's Minigrids Report, highlighting growth, challenges, and opportunities in Africa's minigrid sector LUSAKA, Zambia — ...

Zambia aims to electrify 8.5 million lives by 2030 with off-grid solar systems, reducing reliance on hydropower and promoting energy access

Off-Grid Solar Systems to Bring Light to 8.5 Million Zambians by 2030

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

01/04/2025

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Zambia aims to electrify 8.5 million lives by 2030 with off-grid solar systems, reducing reliance on hydropower and promoting energy access LUSAKA, ...

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