The Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development has announced the release of funds for the fourth quarter (Q4) of the 2024/25 financial year, alongside a positive outlook on Uganda’s economic performance. The press statement, delivered by Permanent Secretary Ramathan…
Uganda has been voted the Best Investment Destination in East Africa for the third consecutive time at the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) Congress. This achievement is a testament to the country’s growing attractiveness to investors and the favorable business environment…
Uganda has secured €85 million (approximately UGX 340 billion) in development aid from France to significantly improve both water infrastructure and broader urban development in the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area (GKMA), Finance Minister Matia Kasaija announced Wednesday. The loans, signed…
The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa has called upon investors and entrepreneurs in Uganda to stop treating insolvency with stigma, saying that this can only be achieved if they create awareness about liquidation. The Deputy Speaker made…
As the Easter season approaches, Flexipay by Stanbic Bank has announced a new promotional campaign offering users the chance to win UGX 500,000 when they receive money from relatives abroad. From April 7 to June 30, 2025, customers using Flexipay’s…
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) Executive Secretary, Mr. Claver Gatete, has emphasized that aid is no longer a viable solution for Africa’s development. Instead, he says the continent needs to adopt bold, transformative actions to drive growth…
AFC’s earnings growth was driven by improved asset yields, prudent cost-of-funds management and sustained traction in advisory mandates Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has announced its strongest financial performance to date, with total revenue for…
African countries must invest in new and revamp old refineries to secure their energy future, according to Gloria Sebikari, Head of Corporate Affairs at the Uganda Petroleum Authority (PAU). This call to action emphasizes the need for harmonization between the…
In a groundbreaking move to transform the business landscape across Africa, the Afriexim Bank (Africa Export-Import Bank) is poised to unveil the first-ever African Trade Centre (AATC) in Abuja, Nigeria. This state-of-the-art business hub is designed to boost trade, support…
The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited’s (UEDCL) recent 14% reduction in power tariffs has been welcomed throughout the country’s manufacturing sector. Manufacturers welcome the move by the entity under Paul Mwesigwa’s stewardship, which is seen as a significant step towards…
Returning to a previously held role where he provided pro bono advice to the Bank, Rt. Hon. Mitchell is passionate about Africa’s development and has extensive knowledge and experience in managing the complexities of global resource mobilization The African Development…
The 11th Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD-11) concluded at the Speke Resort Convention Centre in Munyonyo, Kampala, bringing together a powerful coalition of African leaders, policymakers, and development partners. The forum served as a crucial…
The African Union Commission, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, and the African Development Bank are hosting the 6th Africa Climate Talks in Kampala, Uganda, on April 7-8, 2025. This critical event brings together government representatives, experts, and stakeholders to…
African Development Bank Group and Nigeria Kick Off $538 million agro-industrial project across eight states Nigeria’s food and agriculture sector is set to enter a new era of industrialization, as the Nigerian government, the African Development Bank, and the State…
The Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) has a new champion at the helm, with renowned businessman Aga Sekalala Jr. taking over as Chairman of the Board. Sekalala’s appointment is set to transform the association and Uganda’s manufacturing landscape. A seasoned entrepreneur…