The Government of Uganda raised a total of Shs982.61 billion from auctioning of two treasury bills and one Treasury bond in the month of March 2024. Particularly, Shs501.53 was from Bills while Shs 481.08 billion was from the Bond auction.…
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has reached a negotiated settlement with China Henan International Cooperation Group over failure to disclose it used a commission agent for a road project in Uganda. China Henan found itself on the wrong side…
Kenya’s largest media house, Nation Media Group, has announced a loss of KSh 205.7 million in the full year 2023, from KSh 318.5 million profit in 2022. “As we embark on our Digital Northstar journey, a decision was made to…
Ugandan business leaders have been urged to make a strategic shift towards proactive risk management. Key speakers called for a change in strategey, at a recent breakfast forum co-hosted by Marsh, a global leader in insurance broking and risk management,…
Absa Bank Uganda in collaboration with Bishop Stuart University Mbarara, commemorated World Earth Day on Monday by planting 500 trees. The initiative spearheaded by Absa Bank’s Business Banking Director Albert Byaruhanga brought together Absa staff, university staff and students and aimed…
The Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) announced a new seven-year extension of its partnership with the Mastercard Foundation to build on the success of its decade-long mission to elevate young women and men in Africa. Unveiled at Kampala on…
Uganda Breweries Managing Director Andrew Kilonzo said the expected increase in government revenue will not materialize as the 20% tax increase on both locally manufactured and imported spirits will make the products unaffordable to consumers thus resulting in reduced volume…
Today marks the commencement of the Public Consultation Workshop on the Anti-Counterfeit Goods Bill 2023 at the Mukono Taxi Park ground, signifying a crucial step in Uganda’s fight against counterfeit products. Organized by the Parliament of Uganda in collaboration with…
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), a leading professional body working in the public interest to advance knowledge, uphold standards, and inspire current and future professionals has announced the appointment of Judy Rugasira Kyanda, as their new Specialist Advisor-Africa. Judy…
Telecom firm, Airtel Uganda, has handed over Shs 34.8 billion to the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) in fulfillment of the Communications Act, aimed at bolstering the nation’s communication infrastructure. This contribution comes on the heels of Airtel’s exceptional financial performance…
Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) proudly announces the commissioning of its state-of-the-art UGX 37 billion biomass plant, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s commitment to sustainability while demonstrating dedication to reducing its carbon footprint.The facility represents a substantial investment by…
Bank of Uganda has written to the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) advising it to amend the name Crane Bank Ltd by deleting the word “Bank” from the name in line with a Supreme Court ruling. BoU’s decision and consequent…
Dr Peter Mwesige has joined the Collaboration on International ICT Policy for East and Southern Africa (CIPESA) where he is the chief of Party of their USAID funded project, Your Rights Activity. The project seeks to support rights activists, especially those…
The Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development of Uganda Betty Amongi Akena and Ali Bin Samikh Al Marri, Qatar’s Minister of Labour, entered into a bilateral labour agreement that aims to streamline and secure the process of labour externalisation between…
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has reached a negotiated settlement with China Henan International Cooperation Group over failure to disclose it used a commission agent for a road project in Uganda. China Henan found itself on the wrong side…