Across global climate finance circles, carbon has become a currency of urgency, traded, priced, verified, and bundled into corporate sustainability strategies worth billions. But in Africa, where vast forests, wetlands, and grasslands are now being measured as carbon sinks, a…
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…
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD) has taken a decisive leap toward realising Uganda’s ambitious clean energy goals with the official launch of the Clean Cooking Unit (CCU). Unveiled during the high-profile Renewable Energy Conference 2025 (REC25) and…
Uganda is intensifying its strategic partnership with the United Kingdom to accelerate its energy transition, enhance the electricity infrastructure, and unlock its vast mining potential. This commitment was reaffirmed during a crucial meeting held on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at…
The Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa, has today officially launched Uganda’s Biofuels Blending Programme (BBP), marking a significant milestone in the country’s energy transition journey. Nankabirwa, who was speaking during a presser at Uganda Media Centre,…
Stanbic Bank Uganda has again cemented its position at the forefront of environmental stewardship, receiving the much-coveted National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) Sustainability Award in the financial institutions category. This prestigious accolade, presented at a vibrant ceremony held at the…
Pioneering Sustainable Finance for Smallholder Farmers and Agribusinesses This week, Publicist East Africa proudly features Mona Muguma Ssebuliba, Chief Executive Officer of aBi Finance Limited, as our Captain of Industry a leader who is proving that financial innovation, when anchored…
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 future. “Sustainability is a core principle guiding Sigenergy’s…
By leveraging platforms like AGES, Africa can strengthen partnerships, unlock funding, and implement policies that drive a sustainable and resilient future The African Development Bank Group participated in the third edition of the Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) in Cape…
The Bank of Uganda, headed by Governor Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego, is taking a significant step towards promoting environmental sustainability by drafting a policy framework that will regulate the impact of banking institutions on the environment. This move is expected to…
In a significant move towards promoting clean energy, Uganda’s Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa, launched the country’s first electronic vehicle (EV) charging station. Nankabirwa said during the launch that this milestone marks a crucial step in…
The National Renewable Energy Platform (NREP) has launched a nationwide clean cooking initiative to accelerate the transition to green energy and minimize Uganda’s reliance on charcoal and firewood for cooking. Through intense research and innovation, NREP is holding workshops in…