By Lillian Ntege Fried egg stew is a quick, flavorful, and budget-friendly dish that has become a favorite in many homes across East Africa. Unlike […]
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Shredded beef recipe
By Lilian Ntege Shredded beef is a flavourful and versatile dish made by slow-cooking beef until it’s wonderfully tender and easy to pull apart into […]
Angolan dried fish (Calulu) recipe
Calulu is a traditional Angolan dish rooted in a blend of African heritage and Portuguese colonial influence. Once a coastal preservation method, drying fish became […]
How to succeed at tomato farming in Uganda
By Beatrice Nakibuuka Tomatoes are among the most widely consumed vegetables in Uganda and globally. Whether in homes, restaurants, markets or export chains, tomatoes are […]
Hello doctor. I always hear people say they are lactose intolerant. What does it mean? Is it curable? – Victor
Dear Victor, Lactose is the natural sugar found in milk. Sugar is the general term for sweet-tasting, soluble carbohydrates, many of which are used in […]
Ofada rice and Ayamase (Designer Stew)
By Lillian Ntege This is a beloved Nigerian delicacy which is most popular among the Yoruba people. This rice called (OFADA) is an indigenous variety […]
Aging well in a changing world
By Beatrice Nakibuuka At 72, Mzee Kato of Mukono still rises with the sun to tend his coffee shamba. His back is slightly curved, his […]
Indigenous seeds can grow in foreign soils
By Beatrice Nakibuuka As Uganda faces growing pressure from climate change, shifting rainfall patterns, and increasing land scarcity, farmers are venturing into new regions and […]
Agribusiness opportunities in Uganda
By Beatrice Nakibuuka Uganda’s agricultural sector is one of the country’s most lucrative industries, contributing nearly 24 per cent of the GDP and employing over […]
How legumes improve soil fertility
By Beatrice Nakibuuka Healthy soil is the backbone of productive agriculture, supporting plant growth, sustaining biodiversity, and ensuring long-term food security. Soil comprises physical, chemical, […]