The Parliament of Uganda on Wednesday approved an additional payment of Shs298 billion to Enrica Pinetti for the construction of Lubowa International Specialized Hospital, bringing the total amount of funds sunk into the project so far to Shs774.469 billion. The…
The government of Uganda has set aside Shs. 166.5 billion in a supplementary budget to support the construction of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP). This significant allocation aims to accelerate the pipeline’s completion, enabling Uganda to meet its…
In a significant move towards promoting clean energy, Uganda’s Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa, launched the country’s first electronic vehicle (EV) charging station. Nankabirwa said during the launch that this milestone marks a crucial step in…
The government of Uganda has secured a significant €85 million (approximately Shs 340 billion) development loan from France, aimed at enhancing water infrastructure and urban development in the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area (GKMA). This funding, announced by Finance Minister Matia…
In the heart of Uganda, a remarkable entrepreneur, Aturinda Catherine, is revolutionizing the agribusiness sector. As a passionate agricultural researcher and clinical nutritionist, Aturinda is dedicated to feeding Ugandans nutritious food while earning a substantial income. From Humble Beginnings to…
MTN Uganda, the country’s leading telecom and technology company, is proud to launch the second phase of its dynamic brand campaign “Together We’re Unstoppable”. Building on the success of its first phase, this campaign continues to celebrate the hard work,…
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) has emphasized the crucial role journalists play in promoting Uganda’s oil and gas sector, urging them to report on the industry with a sense of national duty. Why Journalists Matter Journalists are key stakeholders…
Malawi’s $30 billion mining potential is attracting global investors, with major deals and projects set to take center stage at African Mining Week 2025 Malawi could generate up to $30 billion from mineral exports between 2026 and 2040, with annual…
Mengo Hospital has partnered with Rotary Kampala South to enhance its Dialysis Unit, aiming to increase accessibility and affordability of life-saving dialysis services. This collaboration was announced during a fundraising breakfast at the hospital, where the Rotary District Governor, Anne…
Uganda’s banking sector is on the brink of a transformative moment as Centenary Bank, one of the country’s leading financial institutions, prepares to list up to 10% of its shares on the Uganda Securities Exchange (USE). This move marks a…
Uganda’s economic growth is poised to receive a significant boost from the oil and gas sector, according to Christopher Legilisho, a Senior Economist at Stanbic Bank. Speaking at the Stanbic Bank Economic Insights Symposium, Legilisho projected that the oil and…
The world is facing unprecedented challenges in feeding its growing population amidst rising temperatures, unpredictable weather patterns, and declining soil fertility. However, according to Jean Claude Niyomugabo, a researcher with Agribusiness Community, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), an innovative approach is…
Kampala, Uganda – The Stanbic Economic Insights Symposium 2025 wasn’t just another gathering of policymakers and economists. It was a reality check. And when Adam Mugume, Executive Director at Bank of Uganda, took the stage, he delivered an analogy that…
The collaboration with SABA aligns with the company’s vision of championing Africa’s narratives, amplifying Africa’s voices, and bridging Africa and the world The Scottish Africa Business Association (SABA), a membership organisation seeking to facilitate commercial success by connecting Scotland and…
As hospitals across Uganda struggle with severe shortages of essential medicines, a report by the Auditor General has revealed a shocking case of mismanagement at the National Medical Stores (NMS), where expired drugs worth billions of shillings continue to pile…