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Who owns East Africa’s Corridors?

How foreign capital is reshaping the ports, railways and logistics networks connecting East Africa to global markets and what that means for the region’s economic future NEWS ANALYSIS | IAN KATUSIIME | At Tanzania’s Indian Ocean coast, the port of Dar es Salaam is emerging as a crucial gateway to the landlocked economies of East … The post Who owns East Africa’s Corridors? appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

The Independent Uganda · 18 Aug 2026

Mukono residents suffer as collapsed bridge triggers 3-year blame game

Residents of Nsambwe in Mukono Municipality and neighbouring villages of Ttakajjunge and Kikubakima in Nama sub-county, Mukono district, have endured the effects of a collapsed bridge for nearly three years as district and sub-county authorities bicker over who is responsible for maintaining the road and bridge. The collapse has disrupted transport, access to schools and […] The post Mukono residents suffer as collap

The Observer · 18 Aug 2026

PSFU Calls for Concrete Reforms to Turn East Africa into Industrial Powerhouse at RIC 2026

KAMPALA — The Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) has called for concrete and time-bound reforms to accelerate industrialisation in East Africa, saying the region must move beyond policy commitments and create conditions that allow manufacturers to produce, add value and trade competitively. PSFU Board Chairman Humphrey Nzeyi made the call at the 3rd Annual Regional […] The post PSFU Calls for Concrete Reforms to

SoftPower News · 18 Aug 2026

Museveni Calls for Stronger Government-Private Sector Partnership to Drive Industrialisation

KAMPALA — President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called for stronger collaboration between Government and the private sector to accelerate industrialisation, expand regional value chains and position East Africa as a competitive manufacturing bloc. The President’s message was delivered on his behalf by Finance Minister Henry Musasizi at the 3rd Annual Regional Industrialisation Conference 2026 held […] The post Museven

SoftPower News · 18 Aug 2026

Abba Marcus’ girlfriend admits she was wrong about DNA test

Angel, the girlfriend of Jose Chameleone’s son Abba Marcus Mayanja, has broken her silence amid the relationship drama surrounding the couple, insisting that she still loves him despite their recent troubles. In an emotional message, Angel said she continues to miss Abba Marcus and remains committed to him even while he is in custody. “I […] The post Abba Marcus’ girlfriend admits she was wrong about DNA test first a

Sqoop Uganda · 18 Aug 2026