The newly unveiled Digital Transformation Roadmap serves as a blueprint for executing enabling policies and laws that will propel Uganda's Digital Revolution forward. This strategic framework sets the stage for a well-connected Uganda, poised to harness the opportunities offered by a myriad of cutting-edge technologies.
Jinja, Uganda - The 4th Bi-Annual CEO Retreat, skillfully organized by the Presidential CEO Forum (PCF), concluded with resounding success, bringing together influential stakeholders to delve into Uganda's industrialization agenda.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has revealed plans to establish a new federal ministry of investment aimed at developing the country’s investment strategy both domestically and globally.
In a significant development for Brussels' quest to deepen economic engagement with Africa amidst competition from China, Kenya and the European Union have signed a trade deal.
Stellantis, the multinational automotive company, has entered into a new agreement with Vulcan Energy Resources, an Australian lithium supplier listed on the stock exchange.
Quebec is taking the lead in Canada's transition to electric buses, aiming to improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. To achieve its net-zero emissions goal, the Quebec government recently announced a plan to add 1,229 electric buses to its transit network, investing over $1.8 billion. This initiative, carried out in partnership with the federal government, marks North America's largest electric bus project. The federal government contributed $780 million towards the purchase from Canadian bus manufacturer Nova Bus.
Singapore and Shanghai have strengthened their bilateral ties with a series of agreements across various sectors, as trade between the two nations reached new heights. In 2022, bilateral trade grew by 8%, totaling $20 billion, driven by increasing demand. Singapore-linked projects in Shanghai received investments worth nearly $24 billion, focusing on real estate, financial services, manufacturing, lifestyle, and consumer goods.
China Energy Investment Corporation (China Energy) has recently unveiled the largest carbon capture project in Asia tailored specifically for the coal-fired power sector. The cutting-edge facility, situated in Jiangsu Province in eastern China, has commenced operations, marking a significant step towards curbing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.
Brazil is constructing a unique structure deep in the Amazon rainforest called AmazonFACE. This project aims to understand how the world's largest tropical forest responds to climate change by studying its carbon dioxide absorption capabilities.
Kuwait's Vision 2035 places a strong emphasis on infrastructure development, leading to increased demand for advancements in the country's national infrastructure. KPMG, a prominent audit and advisory services group, highlights Kuwait's robust pipeline of infrastructure projects valued at an...
