Uganda’s Tourism and Investment Roadshow is making significant strides in Turkey, building connections and promoting the country’s unique tourism offerings and investment opportunities. On Day 1, June 16, 2025, a Ugandan delegation consisting of representatives from the Ugandan Embassy in…
FINCA Uganda’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr. James Onyutta, has marked another year of impactful leadership, driving the organisation towards greater financial inclusion and empowerment. Under his guidance, FINCA Uganda, a microfinance institution, has continued to expand its outreach, particularly…
Uganda’s Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Hon. Matia Kasaija, a few days ago unveiled the UGX 72.3 trillion National Budget for FY 2025 According to Anita Badagawa Mpora, a Ugandan energy expert with the Petroleum Authority of Uganda…
Proscovia Nabbanja, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Uganda National Oil Company Limited (UNOC), today participated in a panel discussion at the Energy Asia summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, running from June 16th to 18th, 2025. The summit’s theme, “Strategies…
Uganda’s industrial sector has undergone significant transformation over the years, and the impact is being felt across the country. According to Hon. Evelyn Anite, the State Minister of Finance for Investment and Privatisation, the sector has been instrumental in improving…
The Uganda Bankers Association (UBA) has elected Cathy Adengo as the Chairperson of its Sustainability Committee. Adengo, who is also the head of Sustainability at Stanbic Bank Uganda, will lead an executive committee comprising members from prominent banks, including Stanbic…
The Director General of the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), Fred Bamwesigye, has called for a thorough investigation into the crash of Air India Flight AI171, which claimed the lives of at least 240 people on June 12, 2025. Bamwesigye,…
The announcement was made alongside the release of the 2025 edition of the Brand Africa 100 rankings, an annual, independently conducted survey spanning more than 30 African countries and representing more than 85% of the continent’s population and GDP. “It…
Team MTN Uganda, led by Sylvia Mulinge, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), this week took its flagship staff volunteerism initiative, the 21 Days of YelloCare, to the Alur Kingdom in Pakwach District, demonstrating its commitment to community development and social…
The Uganda Securities Exchange (USE) has warned investors against investing money in Umeme’s shares at a time when the company is reporting losses for the financial year 2023 A statement issued by the USE regarding this matter reads in part,…
The Republic of Rwanda, under the leadership of President Paul Kagame, has quit the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), according to sources in Kigali. The ECCAS exit was announced by Olivier J.P. Nduhungirehe, the Rwandan Minister of Foreign…
Uganda’s coffee industry is poised for significant growth with the launch of its third Connect Hub in Serbia. The hub, located in Zajecar, will facilitate trade logistics, promote value-added Ugandan products, and strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between Uganda and…
The digitisation of the Parish Development Model (PDM) fund is a significant step towards enhancing economic growth and development in Uganda. This revelation was made today by Hon. Matia Kasaija, the Minister for Finance, Planning and Economic Development, as he…
According to the latest Brand Finance Kenya 2025 Report, Britam, under the leadership of James Mbithi, has once again proven its market leadership in Kenya, retaining its position as the third strongest brand in the country, with a Brand Strength…
The 4th Annual Labour and Employment Law Conference held recently at Msetil Hotel, in Kampala, provided a platform for industry leaders to discuss crucial topics, including sustainability. Andrew Kilonzo, the Managing Director, Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL), revealed during the conference…