Uganda’s agricultural sector, the backbone of its economy, is set for a major transformation through enhanced collaboration with the United Kingdom. At the inaugural UK-Uganda Agro-Industrialisation Forum held in Kampala on Wednesday, government officials, businesses, and development partners from both…
The 3rd Edition of the Annual Agriculture Awards 2025 concluded over the weekend at the Imperial Royale Hotel in Kampala, spotlighting excellence and innovation vital for Uganda’s agricultural sector. Held under the theme “Celebrating Excellence and Innovation in Agriculture,” the…
Africa’s agricultural sector stands at a pivotal juncture, recognised not merely as a cornerstone of its economies but as the central engine for future prosperity. This was the resounding message from the recent Africa Unlocked conference in Cape Town, South…
Uganda’s agricultural sector is undergoing a profound transformation, with innovation driving unprecedented value creation from unexpected sources. During the 13th CPA Economic Forum held this week, the National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) turned heads and demonstrated a remarkable leap in…
In a nation where agriculture is the backbone of the economy and a significant percentage of the population relies on it for survival, the story of Celestine Suubi and Suubi Agro Company Limited is a powerful testament to how strategic…
Uganda has officially emerged as Africa’s leading coffee exporter, achieving a remarkable milestone by surpassing Ethiopia with a record 47,606.7 tonnes (equivalent to 793,445 60kg bags) shipped in May 2025, despite the current global price fluctuations. This historic achievement is…
Uganda’s coffee industry is poised for significant growth with the launch of its third Connect Hub in Serbia. The hub, located in Zajecar, will facilitate trade logistics, promote value-added Ugandan products, and strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between Uganda and…
Stanbic Bank, through its business development initiative, the Stanbic Business Incubator, headed by Catherine A. Poran, as Chief Executive, has partnered with the German development agency GIZ to empower women investing in Green Agribusiness. The partnership, which is part of…
Uganda’s thriving dairy industry is celebrating a momentous breakthrough, poised for an extraordinary transformation following Algeria’s pivotal decision to import Ugandan milk. This landmark development signals a new chapter of prosperity and growth for a sector vital to the nation’s…
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, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF). As such, this…
The global cocoa market is experiencing a significant surge, and Uganda’s cocoa farmers are reaping big from the trend. With local prices reaching Shs25,000 per kilogram, growers are enjoying strong returns on their investments. In 2023, export prices ranged from…
Backyard farming, also known as home gardening or urban agriculture, is a growing trend that offers numerous benefits for individuals, communities, and the environment. By cultivating crops or raising livestock in one’s backyard, individuals can produce fresh, nutritious food while…
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, Hussein Bashe, has demanded that both countries lift…
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 strategic partnership, which was signed at Mengo, Bulange…
Uganda’s coffee industry is experiencing a significant surge, with exports reaching unprecedented heights. According to a recent report from the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, coffee exports in February 2025 totaled 555,756 60-kilo bags, worth a staggering US$167.68…