Stanbic Bank Uganda under the leadership of its able Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Kenneth Mumba, has invested at least Shs1 trillion in various initiatives in a bid to drive Uganda’s socio-economic transformation, mirroring the government’s efforts to fight poverty in…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has rejected a request by Rwandan settlers, also known as ‘Bavandimwe’, to be recognised and registered as Ugandan citizens with dual nationality, in a move that reiterates Uganda’s stance on national identity. The President made his…
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) on Thursday convened a crucial Digital Financial Services Workshop in Kampala, bringing together a formidable alliance of telecom companies, banks, law enforcement, and key regulatory bodies to forge a united front against the crime. Julianne…
Ms. Nancy Owino Amuge, the Manager of Finance at the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), has been elected as a member of the Governing Council of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU), in a move aimed at…
Uganda is firmly positioning itself at the forefront of ethical Artificial Intelligence (AI) development, demonstrating a strong commitment to harnessing this transformative technology for the promotion of human dignity, inclusion, and shared prosperity. This week, at the 3rd UNESCO Global…
The Ministry of Local Government, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, has launched a 16.9-kilometre community access road in Otuke District under the National Oilseeds Project (NOSP). The road, which connects Ogor village to Okore…
Uganda’s flourishing oil and gas sector, with its projection of first oil production by June 2026, is not just about extracting resources; it’s about driving the nation’s broader socio-economic transformation agenda. At the forefront of ensuring that this vision becomes…
The Ministry of Works and Transport, under the leadership of General Katumba Wamala, is set to evict car bonds along the Jinja-Kampala highway, in a move to reclaim critical public infrastructure and enhance urban safety. The move, driven by persistent…
The Uganda Agrifood Systems Investment and Financing Conference, held June 25-26, 2025, at the Kampala Serena Hotel, underscored a vital fact: achieving food security and driving economic growth in Africa is inextricably linked to the full inclusion of women. During…
Officiated by the Minister for Energy and Mineral Development, Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa, the summit is highlighting the critical role of smart innovation and sustainable energy in achieving the continent’s ambitious growth agenda. For Uganda, the implications are profound, as the…
In a bid to promote transparency and legal certainty within Uganda’s commercial justice system, the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, launched its inaugural Case Digest, marking a significant milestone in Uganda’s business landscape. The launch…
As leaders from across sectors converge at the 2025 Middle East and Africa Digital Transformation Summit in Kampala, one undeniable force takes centre stage: the transformative power of digital inclusion, particularly through mobile money. The summit, officially opened today at…
In a move to drive sustainable development and the promotion of clean energy, Kiira Motors Corporation (KMC) is set to bolster the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority’s (UCAA) transport fleet with six brand-new Kayoola EV Buses. This initiative underscores Uganda’s commitment…
Pride Bank Limited on Tuesday, June 24th, 2025, during a function held at its head offices in Bukoto, Kampala, announced its monumental evolution from a microfinance deposit-taking institution (MDI) into a full-fledged commercial bank. This upgrade, coupled with the launch…
In a critical display of regional cooperation and strategic foresight, the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) and Kenya Pipeline Company Limited (KPC) on Tuesday convened a vital meeting with Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) in Kampala. This gathering, held at the…