In a significant development for Uganda’s aviation, tourism, and trade sectors, Uganda Airlines has announced a new interline partnership with Air India, India’s leading global airline. This strategic agreement, effective August 25, 2024, according to Jenifer Bamuturaki, the CEO of…
Africa’s transition states are the continent’s most vulnerable economies, facing a wide range of political, economic, security and environmental challenges, and striving for greater stability and resilience African economists and development leaders have called for sweeping governance reforms, stronger domestic…
The Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MoFPED) is embarking on a new phase of its ambitious plan to transform the national economy. This was revealed today by Mr Kaggwa Moses, the Director of Economic Affairs, during a presser…
Stanbic Bank Uganda is moving beyond the traditional role of a financial institution to become a strategic partner in the nation’s development. This was the central message at the 5th Stanbic Development Partner Organisations (DPOs) Roundtable, a unique forum that…
The unaudited interim financial results released by the Capital Markets Authority (CMA), as presented by the company’s directors, led by Selestino Babungi, the Managing Director, paint a picture of an entity in transition, grappling with the operational re-transfer of its electricity…
The hub is structured to address the low investment in research and development (R&D) in Africa and the continent’s underperformance in research output The African Research and Innovation Hub (ARIH) that was recently launched by African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is…
In a landmark move for Uganda’s health insurance sector, APA Insurance Uganda, in partnership with Hollard Health, has launched a new, innovative health insurance solution called ‘APA International Health’. With a maximum coverage limit of up to Shs36 billion, the…
Africa stands at a critical juncture, facing persistent global volatility while striving to unleash its full economic potential. This was the powerful message at the Regional Workshop on the “Accelerated Implementation of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agreement”…
Airtel Uganda’s public termination of an employee, Mr. Mabingo Juma, for “gross misconduct”, is more than a routine action by the Human Resource Manager’s office. It is a powerful and public statement that underscores the company’s aggressive efforts to combat…
Drawing on nearly two decades of last-mile delivery experience across nine African countries, the paper highlights how rethinking funding design could unlock private sector capacity and deliver impact at scale ENGIE Energy Access, Africa’s leading off-grid solar provider, has released…
Mountains of the Moon University (MMU) on Monday, September 15, 2025, proudly hosted the Roots Africa Symposium, a pivotal event that united students, farmers, leaders, and stakeholders under the theme “Innovation and Community Transformation.” The symposium showcased a powerful model…
When most East Africans think of corporate governance, their imagination often dashes to urban boardrooms where directors debate strategy and compliance. However, some of the most decisive governance questions for our region are being played out not in capital cities…
In a decisive move to create a digitally unified East Africa, the Permanent Secretary of Uganda’s Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, Dr. Aminah Zawedde, recently chaired a high-level meeting in Kigali, Rwanda. The gathering brought together senior ICT officials…
By combining Afreximbank’s financial expertise with strategic oversight of ISA, the partnership seeks to create a robust pipeline of bankable projects essential for closing South Africa’s infrastructure gap African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) has marked a significant milestone in infrastructure…
In a powerful demonstration of corporate stewardship and community commitment, Centenary Bank has announced a significant partnership with the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), injecting Shs86 million into two of the city’s most vital initiatives: the Kampala Festival and the…