In a strategic move to professionalise Uganda’s primary economic engine, the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) has officially launched three pivotal statutory instruments designed to anchor the sector’s growth through the end of the decade. Presided over…
When the Kayoola E-Coach 13M rolled into the Metroplex Naalya parking lot this week, it wasn’t just completing a journey; it was fulfilling a prophecy of Ugandan self-reliance! At the heart of this homecoming was Gen. Edward Katumba Wamala, the…
The promise of high-speed, satellite-based internet for every corner of Uganda has hit a significant regulatory wall. Just weeks after Airtel Africa announced its ambitious partnership with SpaceX to launch Starlink services across its 14 African markets, the Government of…
The Trade and Development Bank Group (TDB Group) marked its 40th anniversary earlier this month with a high-level commemorative cocktail reception at the Kampala Serena Hotel in Uganda, celebrating four decades of advancing trade, regional integration, and sustainable development across…
In a major move to formalise Uganda’s economy and accelerate digital inclusion, MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited and the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) have unveiled enhanced digital tax services on the *165# platform. This partnership, officially launched on December 22,…
In the world of high-stakes development finance, few names carry as much weight as Admassu Tadesse. As the Group President and Managing Director of the Trade and Development Bank Group (TDB Group), Tadesse has been recognised in the prestigious 100…
In a development that has sent ripples of frustration through the East African travel community, dozens of passengers remain stranded at Dubai International Airport (DXB) following the failure of Uganda Airlines to execute its scheduled flight to Entebbe. The national…
In a transformative leap for the nation’s energy sector, the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC), under the leadership of Ms. Proscovia Nabbanja as CEO, has officially executed financing agreements with Vitol Bahrain E.C. following a landmark Parliamentary approval. The agreement,…
In a decisive move to curb the exploitation of sugarcane out-growers and maintain regional stability, the Government of Uganda has intervened to establish a minimum sugarcane price of Shs125,000 per ton for farmers in Busoga sub-region. The intervention follows a…
In a move that blends urban renewal with digital transformation, MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited (MTN MoMo) this week formally handed over the newly refreshed and modernised Lira Main Market to the city’s leadership. The project, commissioned on Friday, 19th…
Addressing a high-level gathering of Uganda’s most influential business leaders at Speke Resort Munyonyo on Thursday, H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni reaffirmed that the private sector remains the primary driver of the nation’s journey toward a US$500 billion economy. The…
In a powerful display of corporate social responsibility and community solidarity, Centenary Bank and MTN Uganda have today presented a collective cheque of Shs435 million to the Buganda Kingdom. The donation is earmarked for the completion of the long-awaited Accident…
In Uganda, digital platforms have quietly transitioned from being a convenience to a necessity. What began as a tool for quick meals has evolved into a comprehensive digital ecosystem, reflecting the country’s energetic and innovative spirit. At the heart of…
In a world where digital content has become a new form of currency, the Executive Director of the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), Hon. Nyombi Thembo, has called for a radical shift toward ethics and responsibility in the era of Artificial…
Uganda has officially reclaimed its throne as Africa’s leading coffee exporter, marking a historic year of growth that has sent ripples through the global commodity markets. Latest reports from the Uganda Investment Authority (UIA) indicate that for the year ending…
In the heart of Kasanje, a quiet revolution in the Ugandan housing market has begun. On December 16, 2025, Stanbic Bank Uganda and Quesi Properties officially launched La Valle Estate, a partnership designed to dismantle the high walls that have…
On December 17, 2025, Uganda took a quiet yet transformative step in its financial evolution with the launch of the Okusevinga Money Market Unit Trust Scheme Pilot. While the announcement was subtle, its implications are monumental. Conceptualised over several years…
Britam Asset Managers Company (Uganda) Limited has officially announced the appointment of Ms. Peace Gakwaya as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective December 8, 2025. The move is seen by industry analysts as a strategic manoeuvre to accelerate Britam’s growth…
In a high-level stakeholder engagement held this week at the Imperial Royale Hotel, the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) revealed a critical financial bottleneck that threatens to stall the nation’s soaring aviation ambitions. The UCAA Director General, Mr. Fred K.…
As the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) begins the search for a new Executive Director to succeed Mr. Ernest Rubondo, whose tenure is ending in August 2026, the nation reflects on a decade of unprecedented regulatory and economic growth. Rubondo,…
In a high-level engagement that signals a new era of cooperation between traditional leadership and national industry, Buganda Kingdom has today hosted a delegation from the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) and the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD).…
Mengo League held their nerve when it mattered most, edging KOSA League 7–6 on penalties to win the MTN Inter-Alumni Futsal League final on Saturday, December 13, and clinch a fully paid trip to Morocco to support the Uganda Cranes…
In a transformative move for the African beverage industry, global spirits leader Diageo has reached a definitive agreement to sell its 65.0% controlling stake in East African Breweries PLC (EABL) to the Japanese multinational Asahi Group Holdings. The transaction, valued…
In a landmark move for the African telecommunications sector, Airtel Africa has announced a strategic agreement with SpaceX to integrate Starlink Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity across its 14 markets, including Uganda. This partnership is set to redefine internet accessibility in the…
MTN Uganda anticipates closing the financial year with good results in line with market guidance, driven by increased data consumption, sustained growth in mobile money services, and ongoing investment in network expansion, according to Chief Financial Officer Andrew Bugembe. Mr.…
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), during a high-level stakeholder engagement held today at the Imperial Royale Hotel in Kampala, declared a landmark year of growth and unveiled aggressive plans to transform the nation into a regional aviation powerhouse. Led…
The national carrier, Uganda Airlines, under the stewardship of Ms. Jennifer Bamuturaki as Chief Executive, is facing a growing crisis, characterised by rampant flight disruptions and a parallel stream of financial mismanagement scandals that are eroding both passenger confidence and…
Uganda’s national debt crisis is escalating as Parliament , led by the Speaker Hon. Anita Among, is abruptly recalled from recess to urgently process a fresh batch of loans totaling over Shs2.177 trillion. This significant new borrowing request comes at…
The leadership team from MTN Mobile Money Uganda (MTN MoMo), headed by the CEO Richard Yego, conducted a high-level courtesy visit with the Governor of the Bank of Uganda (BoU), Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego, on Friday. The strategic engagement focused on strengthening…
Glovo, the international technology platform, has successfully launched the first-ever Glovo Academy in Kampala, marking a significant commitment to strengthening the local food and retail ecosystem. The inaugural edition of the Academy is designed to equip local Small and Medium…
The Uganda National Oil Company Limited (UNOC) is marking a significant milestone, celebrating 10 years of strategic leadership in unlocking the value of Uganda’s petroleum resources. This decade of dedication, professionalism, and resilience has been instrumental in shaping the future…
From Online Personality to Economic Contributor Running on the theme ‘From Regulation to Prosperity,’ the summit, which was officiated by Hon. George William Nyombi Thembo, the Executive Director of UCC, was the evolution of the digital creator. Hon. Thembo stressed…
The path to achieving truly inclusive finance in Uganda extends far beyond basic mobile money transfers. That was the central message delivered by MTN MoMo leadership at the Finance Innovations Symposium held on Tuesday this week at the Sheraton Kampala,…
The Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) is spearheading a critical campaign to revitalise Uganda’s economic engine; the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). According to Ms. Sarah Kagingo, Vice Chair of the PSFU Board, the time for comprehensive policy reform…
In a major drive to professionalise the emerging digital ecosystem and accelerate economic empowerment, Stanbic Bank Uganda has positioned itself as a key partner for youth employment and wealth creation through its inaugural Stanbic Ongea Digital Creators Summit 2025. Slated…
Equity Group, Kenya’s most profitable bank, has undertaken a dramatic and decisive cultural reset, firing approximately 2,000 employees over serious conflicts of interest and ethics violations. This massive ethics sweep, announced by the Group’s Managing Director, Dr. James Mwangi, was…
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), under the guidance of the Executive Director, Mr. Ernest Rubondo, has today hosted a strategic engagement with the Board of Directors and Executive Management team of the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC), at their…
A sharp confrontation has erupted between two of Uganda’s most powerful female political figures: Prime Minister Hon. Robinah Nabbanja and Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa, over the immediate future and management of the Uganda Electricity Distribution…
The TransAfrican Electric Expedition received a high-profile welcome in the Kingdom of Eswatini over the weekend, transforming the event into a celebration of African engineering and technological partnership. Key leaders from MTN Eswatini and MTN Uganda joined Eswatini government officials…
Uganda is gearing up for a landmark moment on December 12th, 2025, as the Trade and Development Bank (TDB Group) hosts its 40th Anniversary Cocktail and unveils a Commemorative Coffee-Table Book at the Kampala Serena Hotel. This is no ordinary…
In a significant move aimed at streamlining regional commerce, Kenya and Uganda on Thursday signed a landmark Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) on Conformity Assessment on the sidelines of the 46th COMESA Council of Ministers Meeting in Lusaka. The agreement, signed…
A high-level Ugandan delegation, led by South African High Commissioner Paul Amoru, visited MTN South Africa on Friday, December 5, 2025, to establish strategic collaborations focused on leveraging technology and innovation for accelerated continental progress. The engagement, hosted by MTN…
Uganda is hosting a landmark visit from the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) Director General, Daren Tang, from December 3rd to 5th, 2025. This high-level mission underscores a major development: Intellectual Property (IP) is transitioning from a regulatory function to…
Uganda’s electricity generation sector showcased robust performance and ambitious plans for renewable energy expansion at the Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited (UEGCL)’s 15th Annual General Meeting (AGM), held on Thursday, December 4th, 2025, in Kampala. The meeting, which was chaired…
As the 6th Annual National Content Conference concluded on Thursday, Ugandan enterprises were given a compelling directive: broaden their focus beyond domestic projects and actively pursue lucrative opportunities in the growing regional oil and gas ecosystem. The call was a central…
The recent groundbreaking ceremony for The Bridge Kololo, the second high-end project by VAAL Real Estate Uganda, is not merely a construction milestone; it represents a powerful force accelerating Uganda’s socio-economic transformation through foreign direct investment and job creation in…
In a major move signalling strengthened financial ties between Africa and China, MTN Group President and CEO Ralph Mupita on Wednesday hosted the leadership of the Standard Bank Group and the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) at MTN’s…
Safaricom Plc, East Africa’s largest telecommunications provider under the leadership of Dr. Peter Ndegwa as CEO, is undergoing a massive ownership restructuring following a multi-billion-dollar agreement that will see Vodafone Kenya Limited significantly increase its stake. The deal, valued at…
The Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Rt. Hon. Joel Ssenyonyi has publicly criticised the government’s decision to allocate Shs5.4 billion toward purchasing a power stabiliser for Roofings Limited in Namanve Industrial Park. This condemnation came amidst the parliamentary approval…
Uganda’s oil and gas sector has entered its most critical phase: the historic transition from infrastructure development to commercial production. This shift was the central theme of the 6th Annual National Content Conference, held at Mestil Hotel, Kampala, under the…
The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) is spearheading a major national quality overhaul to unlock Uganda’s ambitious goal of achieving 10-fold economic growth over the next 15 years. This transformation is being powered by the strategic launch of the…