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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Galaxy S26 Ultra is arguably Samsung’s strongest competitor to Apple’s top-end iPhone 18 models.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The flagship comes with a 6.9-inch QHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, offering smooth scrolling and sharp visuals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its camera system is another major selling point. The phone features a 200MP main camera alongside ultrawide and telephoto cameras, giving users extensive options for photography and long-range zoom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Galaxy S26 Ultra also features a powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Samsung has retained one feature that continues to distinguish its Ultra models from Apple’s iPhones — the built-in S Pen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For users who prioritise photography, productivity, gaming and customisation, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is arguably the closest Samsung alternative to the iPhone 18 Pro Max.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 id=\"h-2-samsung-galaxy-z-fold8-ultra\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For smartphone users looking for something beyond the traditional phone design, Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra offers a different kind of competition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The foldable device combines a smartphone form factor with a much larger internal display, making it particularly useful for multitasking, reading, productivity and entertainment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor and offers up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The device also features a 200MP main camera and a 5,000mAh battery.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the Z Fold8 Ultra may not compete with the iPhone 18 simply by copying Apple’s conventional smartphone design, it has an advantage in screen size and multitasking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For consumers who want a premium smartphone that can also function as a compact tablet, Samsung’s foldable is a compelling alternative.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 id=\"h-3-samsung-galaxy-s26\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Samsung Galaxy S26+\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Galaxy S26+ offers many flagship features without going all the way up to the Ultra model.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It comes with a 6.7-inch QHD+ AMOLED display and a 120Hz refresh rate, making it suitable for gaming, streaming and everyday use.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The phone features a 50MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide camera and 10MP telephoto camera.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is available with up to 512GB of storage and packs a 4,900mAh battery, while supporting 45W wired charging.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the market, the Galaxy S26+ is powered by either the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 or Samsung’s Exynos 2600 processor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The S26+ is therefore aimed at consumers who want a premium Samsung experience but do not necessarily need the Ultra model’s highest-end camera system and S Pen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 id=\"h-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fvanguardngr.com\">Vanguard News\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The post \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.vanguardngr.com\u002F2026\u002F10\u002F3-samsung-phones-that-can-compete-with-the-new-iphone-18\u002F\">3 Samsung phones that can compete with the new iPhone 18\u003C\u002Fa> appeared first on \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.vanguardngr.com\">Vanguard 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The greater test is whether it adds to that inheritance. This core question sits at the centre of a broader debate about Uganda’s economic future: should development be judged by what a generation […]\nThe post SPECIAL REPORT: Beyond the Skyline — What Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah Tower Can Teach Uganda About Investment, Institutions, and the Next Generation appeared first on Watchdog Uganda.","\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>KAMPALA\u003C\u002Fstrong> — Every generation inherits roads, markets, commercial buildings, laws, public institutions, and private enterprises created by those who came before it. The greater test is whether it adds to that inheritance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This core question sits at the centre of a broader debate about Uganda’s economic future: should development be judged by what a generation owns, or by the productive opportunities it leaves behind?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The debate has a vivid international reference point in Saudi Arabia, where Jeddah Tower is rising again after years of interruption. The proposed skyscraper is intended to surpass 1,000 metres, overtaking Dubai’s Burj Khalifa (828 metres). While the scale is spectacular, the more revealing story lies in the underlying finance, construction continuity, infrastructure planning, skills development, and the commercial district surrounding the structure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For Uganda—where leading local property developers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers are debating generational investment and the value of productive assets—the lessons from Jeddah extend far beyond concrete and steel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-199233\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.watchdoguganda.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F10\u002FIMG-20261009-WA0032.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.watchdoguganda.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F10\u002FIMG-20261009-WA0032.jpg 1080w, https:\u002F\u002Fwww.watchdoguganda.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F10\u002FIMG-20261009-WA0032-768x640.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fwww.watchdoguganda.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F10\u002FIMG-20261009-WA0032-860x717.jpg 860w, https:\u002F\u002Fwww.watchdoguganda.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F10\u002FIMG-20261009-WA0032-150x125.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>A Tower Planned to Break Global Records\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jeddah Tower—formerly widely known as Kingdom Tower—was conceived as the centrepiece of a massive urban development along the Red Sea, rather than an isolated architectural monument. Plans call for a dynamic mix of residential, office, hospitality, and commercial spaces, anchored by a high-altitude observation facility.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The distinction between planned height and actual construction progress remains crucial. Current industry updates show the structure accelerating rapidly, having recently surpassed Level 118 and reaching approximately 474 metres in height.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this stage, the building remains about 354 metres below the Burj Khalifa. However, its ultimate target of over 1,000 metres would surpass the world record by more than 172 metres—illustrating both the dramatic physical progress already achieved and the formidable engineering challenges still ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>From a 2013 Beginning to a Prolonged Standstill\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Construction originally began in 2013, but the project soon became a high-profile case study in the vulnerability of massive investments. Building work came to a complete halt in early 2018 at roughly 63 storeys due to contractor disputes, labour issues, and broader economic realignments within Saudi Arabia. For years, the unfinished frame remained a conspicuous landmark on the skyline.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cfigure id=\"attachment_199232\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-199232\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\">\u003Cimg decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-199232\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.watchdoguganda.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F10\u002FIMG-20261009-WA0030.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1054\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.watchdoguganda.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F10\u002FIMG-20261009-WA0030.jpg 1280w, https:\u002F\u002Fwww.watchdoguganda.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F10\u002FIMG-20261009-WA0030-768x632.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fwww.watchdoguganda.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F10\u002FIMG-20261009-WA0030-860x708.jpg 860w, https:\u002F\u002Fwww.watchdoguganda.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F10\u002FIMG-20261009-WA0030-150x124.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption id=\"caption-attachment-199232\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Businessman Haruna Ssentongo\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp>A standstill of this magnitude inflicts damage far beyond a developer’s timetable. Contractors face the logistical burden of retaining or replacing specialist engineering teams, heavy machinery deteriorates or requires expensive remobilisation, financing terms shift, and suppliers face severe cash-flow uncertainty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Restarting a megaproject is never as simple as turning the equipment back on.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The turning point came when Kingdom Holding Company’s associate, Jeddah Economic Company, contracted Saudi Binladin Group to complete the tower under a SAR 7.2 billion agreement. Concrete-pouring works officially resumed, supported by thousands of workers on-site, pushing completion timelines toward a targeted 2028 finish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For global investors, the decisive lesson is clear: massive financial headline figures mean little without dependable cash flows, controlled procurement, rigorous construction monitoring, and realistic long-term operating economics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Jeddah Economic City: The Wider Commercial Calculation\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tower itself forms only a portion of the broader Jeddah Economic City, a master-planned district spanning 5.3 million square metres. Crucially, the initial development phase prioritized trunk infrastructure—electricity grids, water supply, sewerage systems, flood drainage, and high-speed internet connectivity—before focus shifted entirely to vertical construction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A landmark building can attract headlines, but it is the surrounding district that creates sustained economic exchange. Residents require markets and transport access; offices depend on uninterrupted utilities; hotels rely on robust supply chains and visitors.\u003Cbr \u002F>\nWithout functional surrounding infrastructure, even the most prestigious address risks becoming an expensive white elephant.\u003Cbr \u002F>\nSaudi Diversification vs. Uganda’s Economic Realities\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The revival of Jeddah Tower fits squarely within Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, a sweeping state strategy to diversify the economy away from heavy hydrocarbon reliance by boosting tourism, real estate, logistics, and private sector participation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While Uganda operates with very different fiscal resources, capital markets, and population needs, the core principles of master planning remain directly applicable:\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– Plan entire districts rather than approving isolated, standalone structures.\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– Build utility and transport capacity before fully populating commercial hubs.\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– Coordinate private capital with targeted public infrastructure investments.\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– Establish predictable regulatory conditions to attract long-term, patient capital.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Uganda’s Construction Sector as an Economic Engine\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The construction sector in Uganda continues to be a formidable driver of domestic growth, expanding by double digits in recent years on the back of public roads, real estate developments, and energy infrastructure.\u003Cbr \u002F>\nConstruction is far more than a consumer of cement, steel, glass, and manual labor. When managed effectively, it upgrades domestic engineering standards, expands logistics networks, boosts building-material manufacturing, and creates structured environments where informal businesses can transition into high-productivity enterprises.\u003Cbr \u002F>\nYet, the true value of construction must not be exaggerated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jobs generated during the build phase are often temporary, heavy reliance on imported materials can drain local currency, and poorly situated commercial spaces frequently sit vacant.\u003Cbr \u002F>\nDevelopers and government authorities must measure real-world economic outcomes—such as long-term employment, tenant occupancy rates, business trading volumes, and local vendor participation—rather than simple square metres built.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>What Uganda Must Build First\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For Kampala and expanding urban centres across Uganda, the most transformative investments are rarely headline-grabbing supertall towers. Instead, the priority lies in functional, high-yield urban infrastructure:\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– Organised Commercial Markets: Built with proper loading bays, storage, fire safety, sanitation, and clean circulation for small traders.\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– Logistics & Warehousing Hubs: Designed to cut agricultural post-harvest losses, streamline trade, and reduce freight transport times.\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– Reliable Power & Utility Networks: Enabling light manufacturing, processing plants, and commercial traders to scale operations continuously.\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– Modern Transport Interchanges: Seamlessly connecting workers, consumers, and goods across growing urban corridors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Commercial towers certainly have a role where genuine market demand exists for office, retail, or hospitality space. However, high-density buildings succeed only when integrated into functioning roads, public transport, reliable power grids, and realistic rental models.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The High Cost of Delays and Unpredictable Regulation\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jeddah Tower’s multi-year pause offers a stark warning about the cost of friction. Capital-intensive projects suffer heavily from delays: debt interest continues to mount, equipment deteriorates, material prices inflate, and expected revenues are postponed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For Uganda, this highlights the urgent need to streamline development approvals and dispute resolution:\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– Predictable Clearances: Investors require clear, published regulatory standards, transparent timelines, and consistent enforcement from urban authorities.\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– Public Safety & Accountability: Regulatory oversight must balance efficiency with strict adherence to structural safety, environmental protection, and proper spatial planning.\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– Developer Responsibility:\u003Cbr \u002F>\nPrivate developers must meet legal standards—securing proper permits, ensuring worker safety, respecting property lines, and designing adequate fire and emergency access.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>From Property Ownership to Productive Institutions\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the heart of Uganda’s development debate is the transition from owning individual assets to building durable institutions that generate continuous value.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A commercial complex can house hundreds of enterprises, but its lasting economic impact depends on structured facility management, regular maintenance, and accessible access roads. A manufacturing facility is merely a collection of machines unless backed by skills training, reliable vendor networks, and expanding markets.\u003Cbr \u002F>\nRobust institutions outlive individual founders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Transparent tenancy models, professional corporate governance, predictable regulation, and skilled management preserve enterprise value across generations. Without these systems, even impressive physical developments remain fragile and exposed to financial distress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The Ultimate Business Test\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every major infrastructure or property investment in Uganda should be put to a simple, practical test:\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– How many permanent jobs will it support after the construction workers leave?\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– What percentage of materials and services are sourced from local businesses?\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– Does the project make it easier and cheaper for small and medium enterprises to trade?\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– Are tenancy rates affordable and backed by real market demand?\u003Cbr \u002F>\n– Who pays for long-term maintenance, security, and utility operations?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Building for Generations to Come\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a young population and rapid urban growth, the decisions made today by Uganda’s entrepreneurs, property developers, and policymakers will shape the economy for decades.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah Tower showcases both the thrilling possibilities of bold engineering and the practical risks of financing disruptions and execution delays. Its eventual legacy will be measured by how well the surrounding city functions long after the construction cranes are down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The same standard applies in Uganda. A generation’s legacy will not be defined merely by the land it acquired or the individual high-rises it put up, but by the industries it unlocked, the institutions it strengthened, and the economic opportunities it built for those who follow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The post \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.watchdoguganda.com\u002Fbusiness\u002F20261009\u002F199229\u002Fspecial-report-beyond-the-skyline-what-saudi-arabias-jeddah-tower-can-teach-uganda-about-investment-institutions-and-the-next-generation.html\">SPECIAL REPORT: Beyond the Skyline — What Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah Tower Can Teach Uganda About Investment, Institutions, and the Next Generation\u003C\u002Fa> appeared first on \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.watchdoguganda.com\">Watchdog Uganda\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n","special-report-beyond-the-skyline-what-saudi-arabias-jeddah-tower-can-teach-uganda-about-investment-institutions-and-the-next-generation",{"id":60,"createdAt":61,"updatedAt":61,"name":62,"slug":63},[1935,1936,1937,1938,1939,1940,1941,1942,1943,1944,212,1945,1946,1947,1948],"special","report","beyond","skyline","what","saudi","arabias","jeddah","tower","teach","investment","institutions","next","generation","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.watchdoguganda.com\u002Fwp-content\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F10\u002FIMG-20261009-WA0032.jpg",{"id":1951,"createdAt":1952,"updatedAt":1953,"name":1954,"image":1955,"slug":212},"9886f865-689d-4303-9600-f1b599af6761","2026-05-03T08:09:07.258Z","2026-08-13T13:05:31.823Z","Watchdog Uganda","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.oneclickafrica.com\u002Ffeed\u002F2eac38fc-c3a0-4382-bfa9-c762a1493cd9.jpg",6,"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.watchdoguganda.com\u002Fbusiness\u002F20261009\u002F199229\u002Fspecial-report-beyond-the-skyline-what-saudi-arabias-jeddah-tower-can-teach-uganda-about-investment-institutions-and-the-next-generation.html",{"status_code":4,"message":70,"data":1959},[1960,1961,1962,1963,1964,1965,1966,1967,1968,1969,1970,1971,1972,1973,1974,1975,1976,1977,1978,1979],"Rep Member Rejects Lawyer In Court","FCT Police Probe Bribery At","Hoodlums Kill Okada Man, Steal Motorcycle In Kaduna","3 Suspects Nabbed For Killing Woman Over Allegation Of Witchcraft","Female Inspector, Two Others Held For Extortion In Imo","Classic cars turn Lagos Polo Club into museum of motoring history","Juhel CEO Okoye emerges MAN president","Driver arrested as truck crushes Ondo VIO officer","Airtel Money lists on LSE at £5.3bn valuation","PVC collection: PDP, APC trade accusations over disruption","NAFDAC finds toxic pesticides in beans, seizes N800m banned chemical","FG must address challenges killing Nigerian airlines — Aero Contractors MD, Sanusi","Hyundai Motor Unveils all-new TUCSON, Boldest SUV","Mercedes-Benz Vans Post 25% Growth in Africa-focused Emerging Markets","Dumo Lulu-Briggs: Growing Up, There Were Times We Had No Food at Home","Building Nigeria Where Justice Works","NYSC: The Price of Serving Nigeria","2027: INEC, Media and Battle for Public Trust","Queen’s College marks 99th Founders’ Day","Shehu Sani warns north against seeking power in 2027"]