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…
The new Abusera International Airport will complement Ethiopia’s recently expanded Bole International Airport, which is expected to reach its annual 25 million passenger capacity limit soon The African Development Bank and Ethiopian Airlines Group have signed a Letter of Intent…
In a move to revolutionize mobile money payments, Network International, a leading enabler of digital commerce, has partnered with Dubai-based carrier Flydubai to introduce mobile money payments for customers in Kenya and Uganda. This partnership enables travelers to pay for…
The Minister for Energy and Mineral Resources Ruth Nankabirwa downplayed fears that the power supply in the country is set to be interrupted with the exit of Umeme, following the expiry of the company’s concession on March 31, 2025. After…
In a bid to combat deforestation and promote sustainable development, the government of Denmark has pledged to partner with Uganda on a massive reforestation campaign in an initiative that aims to plant at least 29 hectares of trees in the…
Helpware, a global leader in Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), has welcomed Uganda’s newly launched BPO policy, hailing it as a transformative step in positioning the country as a major outsourcing hub in Africa. Speaking at a media briefing in Kampala,…
The private sector has a critical role in promoting sustainable water usage and mitigating the effects of climate change. This was emphasized by officials from Stanbic Bank Uganda and Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) during a panel discussion organized by the…
As part of its Women’s Month celebrations, MTN Uganda’s Business Segment Manager, Justina Icabala paid a special visit to DFCU Bank’s Executive Director & Chief Corporate and Institutional Banking Officer, Kate Kabaingi Kiiza to recognize her outstanding efforts in advocating…
In a strategic move to expand its product offerings and cater to premium customers, Crown Beverages Limited has launched Nivana Packaged Drinking Water in sleek glass bottles. This innovation not only responds to customer demand but also supports environmental sustainability,…
Roofings, a leading manufacturer of steel products in Uganda, is playing a vital role in contributing to the country’s economic growth. With its state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and commitment to quality, Roofings, which is under the proprietorship of Sikander Lalani, is…
As Uganda’s oil and gas sector continues to evolve, strategic partnerships have emerged as a vital component for driving growth, productivity, and profitability. According to Ali Sekatawa, Director Legal, at the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), partnerships at all levels…
The Ugandan government has revised the final buyout price for national power distributor Umeme to USD190.9 million, approximately Shs699 billion, from the earlier estimated USD191 million, about Shs700 billion. This development comes as Umeme’s concession ends on March 31, 2025.…
As the world celebrates Women’s Month, MTN Uganda’s Senior Manager for Supply Chain Logistics, Sharon Nyaika, paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Paulina Chiwangu, the UN Women Representative in Uganda. The visit was a gesture of appreciation for UN Women’s…
Uganda’s economic transformation can only be achieved through sustainable development, according to Patricia Ojangole, Managing Director of the Uganda Development Bank Limited (UDBL). This statement emphasizes the crucial role sustainable development plays in driving economic growth while mitigating climate change.…
Uganda’s national carrier, Uganda Airlines, has launched direct flights from Entebbe to Gatwick Airport in London, marking a significant milestone in the country’s aviation history. This new route is expected to boost tourism and trade between Uganda and the United…