The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) announced today that its outgoing Chief Executive Officer, Lilly Ajarova, has been appointed as a Senior Presidential Advisor on Tourism. Ms. Ajarova, a respected figure in the…
Nicholas Opiyo, the founding Executive Director of Chapter Four Uganda, a prominent human rights organization, has stepped down from his leadership role after more than a decade. This marks the conclusion of…
The Government of Uganda has set an ambitious target of expanding the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) from USD 50 billion in FY 2022/23 to USD 500 billion by 2040. This tenfold…
Ugandans are known for their resilience, warmth, and entrepreneurial spirit—qualities that define the Pearl of Africa and its people. It is this deep understanding of Uganda’s dynamic and youthful population that has…
The Bank of Uganda’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decision to maintain the Central Bank Rate (CBR) at 9.75% reflects a delicate balancing act between supporting economic growth and mitigating inflationary risks. While…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries (MAAIF) has dismissed concerns raised by certain individuals and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) regarding the use of specific pesticides in Uganda. In a statement…
Bank of Kigali Plc announced the appointment of Eugene Ubalijoro as its new Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective February 5, 2025. Mr. Ubalijoro succeeds Rod Michael Reynolds, who is retiring…
American international money transfer company Mastercard has taken a significant step in expanding Uganda’s digital finance landscape by opening its first-ever office in Kampala. This milestone marks a new phase in Mastercard’s…
Dr. James Musinguzi has been appointed as the new Executive Director of the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), replacing Sam Mwandha, whose two-year contract has ended. His appointment marks a pivotal moment for…
The Bank of Uganda’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) today announced its decision to maintain the Central Bank Rate (CBR) at 9.75%. This decision comes amidst rising inflation, primarily driven by an increase…
Sustainable agriculture is improving the livelihoods of millions of Ugandans engaged in crop and animal husbandry. Agnes Mbabazi, CEO of Agrifarm Uganda Limited, has taken this mission personally, striving to revolutionize agriculture…
The race for the presidency of the African Development Bank (AfDB) is heating up, with five candidates vying for the top position. As the election approaches in May 2025, the contest is…
Prof. Benedict Oramah and a high-level Afreximbank delegation met with H.E. William Ruto of Kenya during his state visit to Cairo, Egypt, to strengthen financial cooperation and advance Africa’s economic integration. The…
On Tuesday, officers from the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) made a bold move in the fight against abuse of government funds by arresting nine senior officials from the Ministry of Finance. The…
In a significant step to improve financial access for farmers and the local business community, Centenary Bank has officially opened a new branch in Kiboga District. The branch, located on 2nd Street,…