Uganda’s long-anticipated journey to oil production this week received a major vote of confidence from the country’s top government officials. Ms. Lucy Nakyobe, the Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet, led a high-powered, two-day supervision tour of the…
The appointment of Ugandan investment banker Anne Aliker as the Head, Africa Regions, Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) at Standard Bank Group, Africa’s largest bank by assets, is a monumental milestone that transcends individual achievement. It is a powerful affirmation…
The Ministry of Works and Transport, in conjunction with the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), convened the National Air Transport Facilitation Committee (NATFC) meeting on October 29, 2025, at Entebbe International Airport (EIA). The high-level gathering underscored Uganda’s commitment to…
A high-level, strategic meeting between the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) and Uganda Airlines held early this week marks a pivotal moment for the country’s tourism sector. By formally aligning their efforts, the two national entities are forging a high-impact partnership…
Airtel Africa plc announced its results for the half-year ended September 30, 2025, highlighting consistently strong performance that reflects sustained customer demand and the continued effective execution of its customer-centric strategy. The success of Airtel’s strategy, which centres on superior customer experience…
In a powerful display of market demand and digital innovation, Airtel Money Uganda has redefined agent liquidity with the launch of Airtel Easy Float. In partnership with FINCA Uganda Limited (MDI) and Kuunda, the groundbreaking service allows mobile money agents to instantly access float loans, ensuring continuous service and preventing the crippling halts in transactions […]
In a significant step toward regional integration and economic prosperity, a delegation of senators from the Kenyan National Agriculture Committee visited Uganda’s Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) in Entebbe on Tuesday this week. The high-level visit was…
The latest traffic figures from Entebbe International Airport (EIA) for September 2025 paint a vivid picture of a Ugandan economy demonstrating resilience and dynamic growth, particularly in its vital trade and tourism sectors. While passenger numbers saw a slight seasonal…
The Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) has achieved a major milestone in its operational journey by officially joining the International Association of Oil and Gas Producers (IOGP). This strategic membership, announced by the UNOC, is a powerful signal of Uganda’s commitment to adopting the highest global standards in the development of its budding oil and […]
During the global spotlight of the MWC25 (Mobile World Congress), MTN Uganda CEO Sylvia Mulinge delivered a powerful keynote at the “Fintech and Commerce Summit: Strategic Collaborations Enabling Winning Strategies.” Her reflections went beyond corporate strategy, grounding the narrative of…
Uganda successfully hosted the Second Uganda-Qatar Business Forum in Doha on Monday this week, marking a significant step in its strategy to leverage economic and commercial diplomacy for national growth. Held under the theme, “Uganda and Qatar in Partnership for…
Rwanda is cementing its reputation as an economic success story, and a new study has reaffirmed the powerful role of tourism as the country’s primary economic driver. A recent two-day validation workshop on the UN Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) Study…
The future of Uganda’s digital economy, powered by mobile financial services and driven by artificial intelligence, hinges on a single factor: collective cybersecurity. This was the definitive takeaway from the EastCon Cybersecurity Symposium held at the Nakawa ICT Innovation Hub…
A new chapter of empowerment and aggressive market expansion is being written in Uganda’s financial sector. David A. Wandera, a local son with Pan-African expertise, has made history as the first Ugandan to be appointed Managing Director and CEO of…
In a world obsessed with fast growth and louder voices, Dr. Diane Karusisi is proving that quiet power can shake markets, shape nations, and redefine what leadership looks like; especially in Africa’s boardrooms. She’s not just Rwanda’s most formidable banker.…