Uganda’s discovery and development of oil resources in the Albertine Graben present a rare opportunity for economic transformation. The oil and gas sector has the potential to drive growth, invest in infrastructure,…
In a bid to revamp the country’s power grid, the government of Uganda is set to invest US$ 100m about Shs370Bn in the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL), which took over…
The oil and gas sector is playing a vital role in creating lasting value for communities in Uganda, driving economic growth and transforming lives. According to State Minister for Public Service, Hon.…
The State Minister for Minerals, Phiona Nyamutooro, over the weekend presided over the handover ceremony of assets of Kilembe Mines Limited to Uganda National Mining Company ( UNMC), Sarai Group and Nile…
Quality Chemical Industries Limited (QCIL) has appointed Dr. Frances Philomena Namatovu as its new Executive Director. This strategic appointment is expected to further enhance the company’s business operations, leveraging Dr. Namatovu’s extensive…
A Champion of Integrity, Inclusion, and International Sport Governance This week, Publicist East Africa proudly features Dr. Donald Rukare, the Interim President of Commonwealth Sport, as our Captain of Industry, a testament…
In a move that has sent ripples through the Southern African trade corridors, Tanzania has given South Africa and Malawi an ultimatum over trade restrictions on its agricultural exports. Tanzania’s Agriculture Minister,…
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) today hosted a technical delegation from the Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation on a benchmarking mission at the Authority’s headquarters in Kampala. This visit is a significant…
The growing trade volume between Uganda and the United Kingdom is a significant development for Uganda Airlines and the country’s economic growth. With direct flights between the two nations via Uganda Airlines,…
In the vibrant city of Kampala, where ambition and opportunity intersect, Catherine Poran has emerged as a transformative leader at the helm of the Stanbic Business Incubator Limited (SBIL). A visionary strategist…
Stanbic Bank Uganda this week signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Buganda Kingdom through the Buganda Cultural and Development Foundation (BUCADEF) to promote coffee farming among youth in the kingdom. This…
FOCUS Africa will address key investment challenges and unlock high-impact opportunities across multiple sectors, including agribusiness, technology, infrastructure, logistics, energy, manufacturing, mining, tourism, and the blue economy The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank),…
Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) has appointed Catherine Twesigye as the new Head of Premium Spirits, a strategic move to increase the company’s market share in the beverages industry. With over a decade…
Apiculture, or beekeeping, has emerged as a highly profitable sector in Uganda, driven by the growing demand for honey and its byproducts. Mountains of the Moon University, in collaboration with Coöperatie Leren…
Sigenergy, a leading energy innovator, has released its 2024 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, highlighting its efforts to combat climate change, advance clean energy technologies, and contribute to a sustainable, low-carbon…