The Ugandan government‘s decision to ban doctors and medical personnel employed by the state from owning and running private facilities is a move aimed at improving service provision in the health sector. This directive, set to take effect on July…
Somalia’s membership of Afreximbank is a significant milestone that places the country on a path of sustainable economic transformation, upgrading of the country’s trade and industrial infrastructure Somalia has formally acceded to the Establishment Agreement of African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank),…
The private sector has a critical role in promoting sustainable water usage and mitigating the effects of climate change. This was emphasized by officials from Stanbic Bank Uganda and Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) during a panel discussion organized by the…
As part of its Women’s Month celebrations, MTN Uganda’s Business Segment Manager, Justina Icabala paid a special visit to DFCU Bank’s Executive Director & Chief Corporate and Institutional Banking Officer, Kate Kabaingi Kiiza to recognize her outstanding efforts in advocating…
In a strategic move to expand its product offerings and cater to premium customers, Crown Beverages Limited has launched Nivana Packaged Drinking Water in sleek glass bottles. This innovation not only responds to customer demand but also supports environmental sustainability,…
Roofings, a leading manufacturer of steel products in Uganda, is playing a vital role in contributing to the country’s economic growth. With its state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and commitment to quality, Roofings, which is under the proprietorship of Sikander Lalani, is…
MTN Uganda, through its Corporate Social Responsibility arm, MTN Foundation, has today officially inaugurated a new school block at Ocokican Community Secondary School in Ocokican Sub-County, Soroti District, in Eastern Uganda. This significant development includes two classrooms, a laboratory, 60…
As Uganda’s oil and gas sector continues to evolve, strategic partnerships have emerged as a vital component for driving growth, productivity, and profitability. According to Ali Sekatawa, Director Legal, at the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), partnerships at all levels…
The Ugandan government has revised the final buyout price for national power distributor Umeme to USD190.9 million, approximately Shs699 billion, from the earlier estimated USD191 million, about Shs700 billion. This development comes as Umeme’s concession ends on March 31, 2025.…
The Bank has approved 77 projects valued at $3.9 billion to support the implementation of Country Food and Agriculture Delivery Compacts across 32 countries, with an additional $1.72 billion in planned approvals this year African Development Bank Group, President Dr.…
Also wins Best Bank for Trade Finance in Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire and Rwanda Ecobank Group, the leading private pan-African financial services group with unrivalled African expertise, is proud to be named as the Best Trade Finance Provider Bank in…
As the world celebrates Women’s Month, MTN Uganda’s Senior Manager for Supply Chain Logistics, Sharon Nyaika, paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Paulina Chiwangu, the UN Women Representative in Uganda. The visit was a gesture of appreciation for UN Women’s…
Uganda’s economic transformation can only be achieved through sustainable development, according to Patricia Ojangole, Managing Director of the Uganda Development Bank Limited (UDBL). This statement emphasizes the crucial role sustainable development plays in driving economic growth while mitigating climate change.…
Uganda’s national carrier, Uganda Airlines, has launched direct flights from Entebbe to Gatwick Airport in London, marking a significant milestone in the country’s aviation history. This new route is expected to boost tourism and trade between Uganda and the United…
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Limited has taken a significant step towards building local expertise in Uganda’s oil and gas sector. In collaboration with Chu Kong Petroleum and Natural Gas Steel Pipe Holdings Limited (PCK) and Avanti Energy…
Over 260 Young Artists Poised to Showcase Talent as Africa’s Creative Economy Gains Momentum Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, is doubling down on its commitment to Africa’s creative economy by partnering with Ecobank Nigeria, Soto…
In celebration of Women’s Month, MTN Uganda’s General Manager for the Enterprise Business Unit, Ibrahim Senyonga, paid a courtesy visit to Jean Byamugisha, Chief Executive Officer of the Uganda Hotel Owners Association (UHOA), in appreciation of her remarkable leadership in…
The government of Uganda has, through the Climate Change Department (CCD), launched the Climate Mobility Blueprint for Uganda, a groundbreaking initiative developed by the Global Climate Center for Climate Mobility (GCCM), in collaboration with the Ministry of Water and Environment.…
The Executive Director of the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), Ernest Rubondo, has hailed insurers in Uganda for their transparency in declaring revenue from the oil and gas sector. Speaking at the Insurance Consortium for Oil and Gas Uganda (ICOGU…
By leveraging platforms like AGES, Africa can strengthen partnerships, unlock funding, and implement policies that drive a sustainable and resilient future The African Development Bank Group participated in the third edition of the Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) in Cape…
The public relations (PR) industry is going through some pretty wild transformations, and it’s not just about creating buzz anymore. According to the ICCO World PR Report 2024-2025, a wave of changes is sweeping across the global PR landscape—changes that…
The conference represents a pivotal step in mobilizing the billions needed annually to support Africa’s smallholder farmers, who make up some 80% of the continent’s farming population but control less than 5% of agricultural land Leading global and African financial…
As Uganda readies itself for the monumental shift in its power distribution sector, the clock is ticking toward April 1, 2025, when Umeme’s long-standing monopoly will come to an end. The transition of power distribution to the Uganda Electricity Distribution…
To streamline Uganda’s mortgage financing sector, the Central Bank has tabled before Parliament a Bill that seeks to protect borrowers’ properties from being attached. The Mortgage Refinancing Institutions Bill 2025, which was tabled before the Parliament last week, states that…
As the world continues to commemorate Women’s Month this March, MTN Uganda’s General Manager of the Enterprise Business Unit, Ibrahim Senyonga, paid a courtesy visit to the Chief Executive of Stanbic Business Incubator, Catherine Poran. The visit was a gesture…
AFC’s diverse membership spans all regions of Africa, reinforcing its role as a leading infrastructure solutions provider for Africa Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has welcomed the Union of Comoros as its 44th member country, reflecting…
The Kagera Water Project is nearing completion, with National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) Managing Director Dr. Eng. Silver Mugisha emphasizing the need for patriotism and collaboration to ensure timely completion by June. During a preliminary inspection in Kikagate, Isingiro…
The list of schools that qualified to participate in the 10th Anniversary of the Stanbic Bank National Schools Championship has finally been released. The participating schools were announced on Monday during the official unveiling of the Stanbic Bank National Schools Championship…
The African Development Bank (ADB), under the leadership of its outgoing President Akinwumi Adesina, is playing a pivotal role in driving economic growth in various African countries, including Uganda. In recognition of his efforts to transform African economies, Kenyan President…
The Ugandan government’s recent allocation of an additional Shs 115 billion to Atiak Sugar Factory has raised eyebrows among citizens, with many questioning whether the investment reflects value for money. This new investment brings the total government investment in the…
IATF is a platform for boosting trade and investment in Africa and aims to tap into opportunities from AfCFTA’s single market of over 1.4 billion people and a GDP of over US$3.5 trillion Preparations are on course for the Intra-African…
Earning Guarantor of the Year, the Market Innovation Award, and African Deal of the Year reaffirms AFC’s expertise in attracting global capital to African markets Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has been honoured with three…
The discovery of oil and gas reserves in Uganda has sparked a wave of excitement and investment in the country’s energy sector. As the sector continues to grow, it is rapidly developing high-level engineering capacity in Uganda, with far-reaching implications…
In a strategic move to expand its market share, Nile Breweries Uganda Limited has endorsed a distribution agreement with Red Bull and Charms, becoming the official distributor of Red Bull products in Uganda. This partnership is a win-win for both…
The Bank of Uganda, headed by Governor Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego, is taking a significant step towards promoting environmental sustainability by drafting a policy framework that will regulate the impact of banking institutions on the environment. This move is expected to…
Africa’s Largest Tech & Startup Show Expands, Introducing Industry-Defining Innovations, Global Exhibitors, and Cutting-Edge Digital Initiatives Under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, May God Assist Him, the Ministry of Digital Transition and Administration Reform, in partnership with…
The East African Development Bank (EADB) has embarked on a search for a new Director General, following the departure of Ms. Vivienne Yeda. As the search continues, Mr. Bernard Paul Mono has been appointed Acting Director General, effective March 14,…
The government of Uganda has allocated Shs60 billion towards the completion and operationalization of the Coffee Value Addition Plant in Ntungamo District. The Coffee Value Addition Plant, being overseen by Nelson Tugume, the proprietor of Inspire Africa Coffee Group, is…
The Bank of Uganda (BOU) is set to introduce sweeping changes to Uganda’s mortgage finance sector with the upcoming Mortgage Refinance Institutions Bill, 2025. Once passed into law, this bill will empower the BOU to regulate mortgage refinancing institutions, including…
Uganda’s Minister for Energy and Mineral Development, Ruth Nankabirwa, has emphasized the need for a sustainable mineral development policy to optimize the country’s natural resources. This call to action comes as Uganda launches the Sustainable Development of the Mining Sector…
Uganda Airlines Limited has strengthened its partnership with the UN Regional Service Centre Entebbe (RSCE) through the signing of a Master Travel Discount Agreement. This collaboration, which was signed by Mr. Paulin Djomo, the Director of Administration at RSCE and…
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…