By Publicist East Africa Editorial Team As Uganda accelerates its journey toward middle-income status, one undeniable truth that stands out is that agriculture remains the backbone of the economy. Yet, the full…
The Minister of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF), Frank Tumwebaze, is set to co-host the Stanbic Consumer Conference scheduled for Tuesday, May 13th, 2025, via Microsoft Teams, starting 7:30AM-1:00PM. Minister Tumwebaze,…
Absa Bank Uganda has announced the appointment of David A. Wandera as its new Managing Director. With over 20 years of banking experience and a strong track record of delivering results, Wandera…
In a significant move to combat money laundering and streamline the flow of foreign currency in Uganda, the Bank of Uganda (BoU), under the leadership of Governor Michael Atingi-Ego, has announced the…
Mountains of the Moon University (MMU) has reached a historic academic milestone with the official accreditation of its first Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme in Agro-Ecological Sciences. The development was confirmed following…
In a significant milestone for Uganda’s digital landscape, Bayobab Uganda, an MTN Group company, has unveiled its newest and shortest fibre optic route, the Uganda Railway National Long Distance (NLD), running from…
In the world of robotics, Uganda is making its mark! A team of eight young innovators from Young Engineers Uganda on Tuesday embarked on a journey to the 2025 VEX Robotics World…
In a move set to reshape Uganda’s life insurance landscape, Kenneth Kitariko has been appointed new Chairman of the Board of Directors at Old Mutual Life Assurance Uganda Limited. This appointment marks…
Uganda’s economic growth is poised to receive a significant boost from the acceleration of agro-industrialisation, a strategy that has garnered support from key stakeholders, including Stanbic Bank, plus the Ministry of Agriculture,…
Evelyn Anite, the State Minister of Finance for Investment and Privatisation, has revealed that Uganda’s economy is experiencing a remarkable transformation, growing at an impressive rate of 7% and positioning the country…
This strategic appointment aims to drive development across the Southern African region, leveraging Dr. Mbekeani’s extensive experience in development finance, trade, regional integration, and infrastructure development. Dr. Mbekeani’s Expertise and Experience As…
The sudden and tragic death of Rajiv Ruparelia, son and heir to tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia, has sent shockwaves through Uganda’s business community. Rajiv perished in the wee hours of Saturday morning in…
Uganda has won the bid to host the 66th International Federation of Air Traffic Controllers’ Associations (IFATCA) Conference in 2027, marking a significant milestone for the country’s aviation sector. The announcement was…
Africa’s economy is experiencing rapid growth, driven in part by the thriving stock exchanges across the continent. This is attributed to the Chief Executives and Managing Directors who are guiding these exchanges…
The African Development Bank Group has appointed Ugandan national, Dr. Alex Mubiru, as Director General for East Africa, a strategic move aimed at achieving market expansion in the region. With over 25…