A momentous convergence of industry, agriculture, and cutting-edge innovation is set to redefine Uganda’s economic landscape and significantly bolster its role in African pharmaceutical security. On November 20, 2025, H.E. President Yoweri Museveni will commission the DEI BioPharma Ltd Namasagali…
The future of Uganda’s microfinance and savings sector took center stage at the 3rd Annual National Microfinance and Savings Groups Conference, held at Hotel Africana, in Kampala this week. Held under the theme “Sustainable Financial Inclusion for Environmental, Economic and…
Uganda has achieved a significant milestone in expanding its global aviation footprint by successfully concluding a Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) with the Republic of Argentina. This strategic new partnership, alongside the signing of a reviewed BASA with Qatar, marks…
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) Uganda has today announced a partnership with Interswitch Group, one of Africa’s leading digital payment and e-commerce companies, to extend social security services to more Ugandans through Quickteller, an agent network owned and managed…
The All-Africa Pension Summit 2025 was the center-stage for a compelling address by Ahunna Eziakonwa, the UN Assistant Secretary-General and Director of the UNDP Regional Bureau for Africa, who urged African leaders to transform the continent’s US$700Bn to US$1 trillion…
Mobile Money (MoMo by MTN) is reaffirming its role as a key driver of financial inclusion in Uganda, leveraging cutting-edge digital innovations to connect the unbanked and empower entrepreneurs. The company’s commitment was highlighted at the 3rd Annual National Microfinance…
Yvonne Manzi Makolo, the Chief Executive of RwandAir, is spearheading a strategic, high-impact drive to transform Rwanda’s national carrier and the country’s aviation sector into a formidable African hub. Her vision is built on bold fleet growth, expanded global routes,…
Stanbic Bank Uganda is solidifying its position as a key partner in Uganda’s economic transformation, anchoring its strategy on the deliberate empowerment of Women, Youth, and Farmers (WYF). This commitment was highlighted at the 3rd Annual National Microfinance and Savings…
Stanbic Bank Uganda has officially launched the Stanbic Green Tech Accelerator Program, a landmark two-year initiative in partnership with the Ambassade de France en Ouganda. This program is designed to be a significant catalyst for Uganda’s transition to an inclusive…
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has reiterated its commitment to fuel Uganda’s socio-economic transformation by ensuring the growth of trade and tourism as key economic drivers. This was revealed on Friday, November 7, 2025, by Hon. Justice Steven Kavuma,…
The All Africa Pension Summit (AAPS) 2025 provided a crucial forum for African financial leaders to strategise on harnessing the continent’s vast capital reserves. In a high-impact keynote address on Day Two of the Summit, Mr. Admassu Tadesse, President and…
Rwanda is leveraging the global stage of the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai to significantly strengthen its trade, investment, and diplomatic ties with China and the wider Asian market. The nation’s participation in the Expo running from…
The All Africa Pension Summit, hosted by Uganda, witnessed a powerful and passionate call to action from Hon. Betty Amongi Ongom, the Minister of Gender, Labour, and Social Development, who urged pension fund managers across the continent to fundamentally shift…
FINCA Uganda Limited (MDI) has once again secured the coveted Financial Reporting Award (MDI Category) for 2025, an achievement that extends far beyond the realm of accounting. This consistent display of excellence in financial reporting and corporate governance is not…
The three-day All Africa Pension Summit (AAPS) 2025, which kicked off today at the Speke Resort Munyonyo Conference Center, served as a crucial platform to address Africa’s soaring infrastructure needs and the staggering USD $1.3 trillion annual financing gap, according…
Stanbic Bank Uganda is strategically executing its commitment to drive Uganda’s growth not only through finance and commerce but also by addressing fundamental social well-being, particularly in areas crucial for community and national progress. This commitment is vividly illustrated by…
The regulatory landscape for Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisations (SACCOs) in Uganda is undergoing a significant transformation. The Bank of Uganda (BoU) has initiated a decisive move to issue licenses to large SACCOs under the Microfinance Deposit Taking Institutions (Registered…
The participation of the Governor of the Bank of Uganda (BoU), Mr. Michael Atingi-Ego, at the prestigious 49th Annual Central Banking Seminar, hosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York (NY Fed) this week, is a significant validation of…
MTN Rwandacell Plc (MTN Rwanda), under the able leadership of Chief Executive Mr. Monzer Ali, has announced a significant recovery and strong commercial momentum in its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended 31 March 2025. Despite aggressive competitive pressures,…
Stanbic Bank Uganda’s unwavering commitment to financial inclusion and inclusive growth has earned high praise from local leaders in the Karamoja sub-region. The commendation came today during the official opening of the Bank’s newly relocated and expanded Moroto Branch, an…
The Government of Uganda, through the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF), Pearl Bank and other partners, has launched a decisive, systemic initiative to safeguard its massive livestock industry and protect the millions of households relying on it…
Uganda is taking decisive steps to secure its role in Africa’s growing digital future, recognising mobile connectivity not merely as a convenience, but as essential economic infrastructure. The launch of the Uganda Digital Economy Report on Monday this week in…
A high-powered delegation from the East African Civil Aviation Academy (EACAA) has initiated a strategic partnership with the Zambia Air Services Training Institute (ZASTI), marking a significant step toward regional harmonisation and capacity building in the air transport sector. The…
In the architecture of corporate governance, trust is the invisible thread that connects every key relationship: between the Board and Management, Management and staff, the Board and shareholders, and the organisation and its regulators or partners. Once that thread weakens,…
Uganda’s long-anticipated journey to oil production this week received a major vote of confidence from the country’s top government officials. Ms. Lucy Nakyobe, the Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet, led a high-powered, two-day supervision tour of the…
The appointment of Ugandan investment banker Anne Aliker as the Head, Africa Regions, Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) at Standard Bank Group, Africa’s largest bank by assets, is a monumental milestone that transcends individual achievement. It is a powerful affirmation…
The Ministry of Works and Transport, in conjunction with the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), convened the National Air Transport Facilitation Committee (NATFC) meeting on October 29, 2025, at Entebbe International Airport (EIA). The high-level gathering underscored Uganda’s commitment to…
A high-level, strategic meeting between the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) and Uganda Airlines held early this week marks a pivotal moment for the country’s tourism sector. By formally aligning their efforts, the two national entities are forging a high-impact partnership…
Airtel Africa plc announced its results for the half-year ended September 30, 2025, highlighting consistently strong performance that reflects sustained customer demand and the continued effective execution of its customer-centric strategy. The success of Airtel’s strategy, which centres on superior customer experience…
In a powerful display of market demand and digital innovation, Airtel Money Uganda has redefined agent liquidity with the launch of Airtel Easy Float. In partnership with FINCA Uganda Limited (MDI) and Kuunda, the groundbreaking service allows mobile money agents to instantly access float loans, ensuring continuous service and preventing the crippling halts in transactions […]
In a significant step toward regional integration and economic prosperity, a delegation of senators from the Kenyan National Agriculture Committee visited Uganda’s Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) in Entebbe on Tuesday this week. The high-level visit was…
The latest traffic figures from Entebbe International Airport (EIA) for September 2025 paint a vivid picture of a Ugandan economy demonstrating resilience and dynamic growth, particularly in its vital trade and tourism sectors. While passenger numbers saw a slight seasonal…
The Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) has achieved a major milestone in its operational journey by officially joining the International Association of Oil and Gas Producers (IOGP). This strategic membership, announced by the UNOC, is a powerful signal of Uganda’s commitment to adopting the highest global standards in the development of its budding oil and […]
During the global spotlight of the MWC25 (Mobile World Congress), MTN Uganda CEO Sylvia Mulinge delivered a powerful keynote at the “Fintech and Commerce Summit: Strategic Collaborations Enabling Winning Strategies.” Her reflections went beyond corporate strategy, grounding the narrative of…
Uganda successfully hosted the Second Uganda-Qatar Business Forum in Doha on Monday this week, marking a significant step in its strategy to leverage economic and commercial diplomacy for national growth. Held under the theme, “Uganda and Qatar in Partnership for…
Rwanda is cementing its reputation as an economic success story, and a new study has reaffirmed the powerful role of tourism as the country’s primary economic driver. A recent two-day validation workshop on the UN Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) Study…
The future of Uganda’s digital economy, powered by mobile financial services and driven by artificial intelligence, hinges on a single factor: collective cybersecurity. This was the definitive takeaway from the EastCon Cybersecurity Symposium held at the Nakawa ICT Innovation Hub…
A new chapter of empowerment and aggressive market expansion is being written in Uganda’s financial sector. David A. Wandera, a local son with Pan-African expertise, has made history as the first Ugandan to be appointed Managing Director and CEO of…
In a world obsessed with fast growth and louder voices, Dr. Diane Karusisi is proving that quiet power can shake markets, shape nations, and redefine what leadership looks like; especially in Africa’s boardrooms. She’s not just Rwanda’s most formidable banker.…
The African financial and trade communities convened over the weekend in Cairo, Egypt, to bid farewell to a leader whose tenure fundamentally reshaped the continent’s economic landscape: Professor Benedict Oramah, the outgoing President and Chairman of the Board of Directors…
A defining moment for African health and scientific independence was announced at the 4th International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA 2025), as Dei BioPharma Founder Dr. Matthias Magoola revealed that the company has secured new patent rights for…
A significant diplomatic and financial fallout is unfolding between Uganda and Germany following the abrupt recall of crucial funding agreements with the German Development Cooperation (GIZ). Two pivotal government agencies, the National Planning Authority (NPA) and the Office of the…
The rapid growth of Uganda’s digital economy, largely fueled by mobile money services, faces a critical threat: financial fraud. Recognising that the entire foundation of financial inclusion rests on consumer trust, MTN MoMo, under the leadership of Mr. Richard Yego…
Uganda is reaffirming its commitment to leveraging cutting-edge digital innovation to drive its national development agenda. This was the central message delivered by the State Minister for National Guidance, Hon. Godfrey Kabbyanga, who attended the influential Mobile World Congress (MWC)…
Stanbic Bank Uganda and PostBank Uganda Limited (soon to be Pearl Bank Uganda) have announced a strategic partnership to link their respective mobile wallet platforms, FlexiPay and Wendi Wallet, a significant move that signals a new direction for Uganda’s financial services…
In a groundbreaking partnership that redefines financial inclusion, Pride Bank Limited Uganda and Jubilee Health Insurance Company of Uganda have launched PrideCare, a savings account with embedded health insurance cover. This strategic collaboration, announced on Wednesday this week by the…
When an organisation operates smoothly, when decisions are timely and well-informed, and when trust flows naturally between leaders and stakeholders, few stop to think about why. Yet beneath that calm lies a web of discipline; the systems of accountability, ethics,…
Spiro, the leading two-wheel electric mobility in Africa, has cemented its position at the forefront of the continent’s clean energy transition by announcing a landmark $100 million (about Shs348.7 Bn) investment round from Afreximbank. This funding, the largest ever for…
A dark shadow of disease control is being cast over livestock farmers in Western Uganda ahead of this year’s festive season following an outbreak of anthrax in the region. The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) has activated…
The announcement that Coca-Cola HBC (CCH) is acquiring a controlling 75% stake in Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) for $2.6 billion (about Shs9.4 trillion) is more than just a massive transaction; it’s a definitive move that fundamentally re-engineers the competitive landscape…
Uganda’s financial sector is taking a decisive stand against the escalating threat of economic crime, recognising that the battle must be fought on two separate fronts: the enduring challenges of traditional fraud and the rapidly evolving complexities of the digital…