As Uganda Airlines Flight UR111 touched down from London Gatwick at Entebbe International Airport this week, it carried more than just passengers. On the flight deck, First Officer Vanita Kayiwa, a name synonymous with quiet strength and groundbreaking achievement, embodies…
Uganda is charting an ambitious course to dramatically transform its economy, targeting a tenfold increase from its current US$63 billion to a staggering US$500 billion within the next 15 years. This monumental leap, however, demands a fundamental shift in how…
Uganda’s tourism sector is soaring to new heights, driving a significant surge in passenger traffic at Entebbe International Airport (EIA) and forging groundbreaking international partnerships. At a time when the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) is reporting an increase in…
For decades, the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), under the leadership of Fred Bamwesigye as the Director General, stood as a symbol of national pride, driving remarkable growth in regional aviation. It spearheaded record passenger numbers, modernised infrastructure, and cemented…
The Government of Uganda today handed over a fleet of brand-new vehicles to cultural leaders as a way of bolstering its strategic alliance with traditional institutions. This unprecedented ceremony, presided over by a high-ranking government official representing President Yoweri Kaguta…
Uganda’s ambitious ‘Tenfold Growth Strategy’ received a huge boost after the government announced the release of the first tranche of Shs170 billion from the World Bank, earmarked to revolutionise the country’s manufacturing and export value chains through the newly operationalised INVITE…
Centenary Bank on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, launched its Interswitch Quickteller Agent Service, in a landmark move set to redefine financial accessibility across Uganda. This strategic partnership, unveiled at a high-profile ceremony at the Centenary Bank headquarters in Kampala, marks…
Uganda’s promising oil and gas sector is urging its local businesses to unite and innovate through joint ventures, recognising this as a critical strategy to unlock their full potential and secure lucrative contracts in the highly competitive industry. This call…
In a strategic move poised to significantly sharpen its competitive edge and expand market footprint within Uganda’s banking sector, Bank of Baroda Uganda has announced the appointment of Mr. Deepak Kumar Mishra as its new Executive Director to the Board,…
Africa’s agricultural sector stands at a pivotal juncture, recognised not merely as a cornerstone of its economies but as the central engine for future prosperity. This was the resounding message from the recent Africa Unlocked conference in Cape Town, South…
Uganda’s long-anticipated ‘first oil’ production target of 2026 appears increasingly precarious, overshadowed by a complex web of environmental concerns, infrastructural deficits, policy ambiguities, and persistent governance challenges. According to Ernest Rubondo, the Executive Director of the Petroleum Authority of Uganda…
In a critical move to bridge the communication gap between government and citizens in this digital age, the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, in a groundbreaking partnership with DStv Uganda (MultiChoice Uganda), on Friday successfully graduated over 200 Government of…
Uganda is rapidly emerging as a significant regional player in pharmaceutical manufacturing, charting a course to promote healthcare access and capability across East Africa. This was the key message delivered by Hitesh Upreti, Chief Executive Officer of Dei BioPharma, at…
In a strategic move set to directly fuel Uganda’s economic growth and empower its most dynamic demographic, Stanbic Bank Uganda has appointed Brenda Namanda as Manager for Youth and Family Banking. This high-impact appointment is a clear statement of intent,…
Uganda has embarked on a monumental journey towards achieving universal electricity access, launching the Electricity Access Scale-Up Project (EASP) set to bring power to one million new connections across the nation. With significant financial assistance from the World Bank, the…