Pride Bank has launched a groundbreaking new product designed to empower millions of Ugandans who participate in collective savings groups, such as SACCOs (Savings and Credit Co-operatives), VSLAs (Village Savings and Loan Associations), and investment clubs. This initiative, launched today…
Ferdi Moolman’s appointment as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MTN South Africa, effective November 1, 2025, is a strategic move designed to reignite growth and strengthen the company’s competitive position. Moolman’s proven track record of navigating complex regulatory environments and…
Uganda’s agricultural sector, which is the backbone of the economy, is poised for a significant turnaround with the signing of a landmark agreement to establish a major organic fertiliser factory. This strategic partnership between the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry…
Uganda is strategically advancing its position as a digital innovation hub in Africa by participating in the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9). A delegation from the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, led by Dr. Aminah…
The Brand Africa 100 awards ceremony, held on August 15, 2025, at the Kampala Serena Hotel, serves as a vital litmus test of brand admiration across the continent, and this year, Unilever’s resounding success in Uganda stands as a powerful…
As Uganda’s digital economy expands at an unprecedented pace, the need for robust cybersecurity has become more than a technical concern; it’s a critical national priority. The rapid growth of fintech, mobile connectivity, and e-services, while transformative, has simultaneously widened…
Standard Bank Group, Africa’s largest bank by assets, is making significant strategic leadership changes, with two prominent Ugandan executives, Patrick Mweheire and Francis Karuhanga, taking on elevated roles. These appointments highlight the Group’s confidence in Ugandan talent and its deliberate…
Entebbe International Airport (EIA) set a new record in July 2025, handling an all-time high of 230,577 passengers. This unprecedented surge, with 119,127 arrivals and 111,450 departures, is a powerful indicator of Uganda’s blossoming economic activity and its increasing prominence…
The National Medical Stores (NMS) in Uganda is at the centre of a major public health alert following the recall of a defective and dangerous drug from all health facilities. A directive from NMS General Manager Moses Kamabare has ordered…
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) launched a landmark initiative this week, the Youth Economic Empowerment (YEE) Project, designed to build the skills, capacity, and confidence of young people across Tanzania. This flagship program, a core part of EACOP’s…
Over the past 14 months, the Ugandan shilling has shown remarkable strength, appreciating steadily against the US dollar. In a televised address today, Bank of Uganda (BoU) Governor Michael Atingi-Ego clarified the central bank’s role, asserting that this appreciation is…
In a significant move to elevate Uganda’s tourism sector, the government is forging a deeper partnership with private sector leaders to achieve its vision of becoming a leading sustainable tourism destination in Africa. During the media launch of the Presidential…
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), in collaboration with the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), on Monday this week officially launched a five-day training on the ICAO Traveller Identification Programme (TRIP) Strategy, running from August 18-22, 2025. This high-level training,…
At the Brand Africa Awards held on August 15, 2025, Stanbic Bank was honoured with two prestigious accolades: Most Admired Brand-Banking and Most Admired Brand-Financial Services. These awards are a recognition of the bank’s pivotal role in Uganda’s economy, a…
Ugandan coffee farmers are no strangers to the volatile global market. Prices rise and fall, but as the recent rebound shows, there are proactive steps farmers can take to mitigate the effects of this instability. According to Hon. Frank Tumwebaze,…