As the year comes to a close, Airlines are lining up for increased bookings. Pierre DeClerk Country Manager Brussels Airlines spoke to Dorothy Nakaweesi about his expectations
Telecommunications firm Orange, has unveiled the trendy and multifunctional iPhone 3G -third generation and 3G S devices in Uganda. The launch cuts back the high chances of buying fake versions of the stylish phones from unauthorised distributors in Uganda, since Orange is the official vendor of the iPhone across Africa.
A road recycling machine to help on the on the quality and save on time spent on road construction was launched on Tuesday at Hotel Africana, Kampala. Mr Christopher Woodley, managing director, Killoughhery road recycling and stabilisation, said, "the main purpose of using this technology is to give you an enhanced performance road together with cost effective and environmentally friendly ...
What started off as a positive economic signal is forcing exporters to raise a red flag after a rapidly appreciating Ugandan shilling showing no sign of stabilizing. Close to six months now, the shilling has been riding high against the US Dollar pulling down gains made by the export sector while boosting the import market.
in October 2009, Tunisia's flag carrier, Tunisair, signed a program contract , with the National Agency of Energy Management (ANME) following its adoption of an energy audit initiative dubbed "Fuel Economy" Project in 2006.
According to the Tunisian Stock Exchange website, "Tustex", the Tunis stock exchange index (TUINDEX) has recorded a growth rate of 3, 16% to reach currently 46, 55%.
In today's world, the most effective land and sea victories are those that are achieved by conquering new markets and setting up innovative technologies that can increase a country's independence, while better connecting it to the world surrounding it.
High energy bills in Kenya have cost the country its business competitive edge.
Sanghi Cemtech group has contracted a Chinese consortium to put up its cement plant at Pokot and up-scaled its intended investment in Kenya to $175 million (Sh13 billion).
Special economic zones will be rolled out in six months to replace export processing zones which have been facing hitches.
A campaign has been launched in Coast Province to sensitise all road users to follow and abide by traffic rules and regulations to reduce road accidents during this festive season.
The National Assembly in collaboration with the UNDP, ActionAid and the Pro-Poor Advocacy Group (Pro-PAG), last Friday organised a two-day workshop on pro-poor budgeting in the three social priority sectors - agriculture, health and education - held at the Paradise Suites Hotel in Kololi.
Senior officials from the Ministry of Energy in collaboration with the National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC), the Public Utility Regulatory Authority (PURA) and the National Environment Agency (NEA) recently began a nationwide sensitization campaign on energy efficiency and energy conservation with series of meetings in Barra, Kerewan and Farafenni in the North Bank Region.
Drivers plying the Trans-Gambia Highway(Soma-Basse) in the Lower River Region have expressed gratitude to the Gambian leader, His Excellency Sheikh Professor Alhaji Dr Yahya Jammeh for the ongoing construction of the road, which is one of the most important roads in the country.
A senior official of Tullow Oil has said it will not hesitate to stop a deal between its partner Heritage Oil and an Italian oil company, ENI.
It's become the sight of not only Kampala's city centre, but now also, the growing suburbs that fill its ranks. The daily quest for an omnibus taxi to find a point where it can stop, off load, and pick passengers, makes for daily drama, as most of these suburbs do not have distinct taxi parks designated for the taxi's use alone.
Companies need to invest in human capital development if their businesses are to grow to greater heights and favourably compete in regional and international markets. Speaking during the Uganda Revenue Authority staff appreciation week organised under the theme 'the power of people in driving corporate excellence', the chairman Uganda Investment Authority Patrick Bitature said investing in human ...
Works Minister John Nasasira has taken a lot of stick for the deplorable state of Kampala City Council roads because many people presume he is in charge of all roads in the country.
The Gambia Craft Market Federation, on Monday held a meeting to discuss issues affecting their business, at the Bijilo beach site.
Powerhouse South Africa last week promised a reduction of growth in emissions, making it the momentary star of the negotiations. But the plan is 'an absolute non-starter', say environmental groups, as power utility Eskom fires up more fossil plants with five billion dollars of World Bank funding.
The southern African region is expected to fully recover from current crippling energy shortages in 2013 when it will enjoy the desired surplus power generation capacity. However, this would only happen if all short term generation projects are implemented by SADC Member States as per agreed plans, according to the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP). SAPP is a 12-member regional body that ...
Nib Insurance S.C. has not complied with the National Bank of Ethiopia's directive which limits an insurance company's investments in company shares to no more than 15pc of its total admitted assets, the independent auditor's report indicated.
New machinery is to be installed for the second 1.7 billion Br plant which the Mesobe Cement Factory constructed beside the existing factory on the outskirts of Mekele, the seat of the Tigray Regional Government.
Dashen Bank S.C. has withheld a response to the request of its employees to form a labour union, submitted on November 25, 2009.
The three automobiles of Yangfan Motors, two of which are new to the Ethiopian market were displayed at the lavishly decorated Lalibela Salon of the luxurious Sheraton Addis. Guests of honour including state Tadesse Haile , minister of Trade and Industry, and Gu Xiaojie , Chinese ambassador to Ethiopia.
