In a landmark move for Uganda’s health insurance sector, APA Insurance Uganda, in partnership with Hollard Health, has launched a new, innovative health insurance solution called ‘APA International Health’. With a maximum coverage limit of up to Shs36 billion, the…
Africa stands at a critical juncture, facing persistent global volatility while striving to unleash its full economic potential. This was the powerful message at the Regional Workshop on the “Accelerated Implementation of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agreement”…
Airtel Uganda’s public termination of an employee, Mr. Mabingo Juma, for “gross misconduct”, is more than a routine action by the Human Resource Manager’s office. It is a powerful and public statement that underscores the company’s aggressive efforts to combat…
Mountains of the Moon University (MMU) on Monday, September 15, 2025, proudly hosted the Roots Africa Symposium, a pivotal event that united students, farmers, leaders, and stakeholders under the theme “Innovation and Community Transformation.” The symposium showcased a powerful model…
When most East Africans think of corporate governance, their imagination often dashes to urban boardrooms where directors debate strategy and compliance. However, some of the most decisive governance questions for our region are being played out not in capital cities…
In a decisive move to create a digitally unified East Africa, the Permanent Secretary of Uganda’s Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, Dr. Aminah Zawedde, recently chaired a high-level meeting in Kigali, Rwanda. The gathering brought together senior ICT officials…
In a powerful demonstration of corporate stewardship and community commitment, Centenary Bank has announced a significant partnership with the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), injecting Shs86 million into two of the city’s most vital initiatives: the Kampala Festival and the…
In a deliberate and strategic move to capture a share of the world’s largest outbound travel market, the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), in partnership with the Uganda Consulate in Guangzhou, China, proudly showcased ‘Destination Uganda’ at the Chinese International Tourism…
Uganda has taken a significant stride toward aligning its economic ambitions with global climate goals. The Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, in a landmark partnership with the World Bank, European Union, Stanbic Bank, and other key international and…
The Ugandan delegation at the Summit included, besides Prof. Nuwagaba, Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa, the Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Dr. Sudhir Ruperelia, the Chairman of Ruparelia Group of Companies, among others. Speaking on the Bank’s role in driving financial…
Entebbe International Airport is celebrating a landmark achievement after recording its busiest month in history. According to Vianney Luggya, the Manager, Public Affairs at the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), “in August 2025, the airport facilitated a total of 243,089…
Uganda’s economy, and indeed its social fabric, is powered by a dynamic and resilient force: Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). Making up a remarkable 90% of the country’s private sector, these businesses are the true engine of growth, creating livelihoods…
Even before the first barrel of commercial oil is extracted, Uganda’s promising oil and gas sector is already a transformative force, reshaping the nation’s economic and social landscape. This was the pivotal message delivered by Gloria Sebikari, the Manager of…
When Juliana Kagwa took over as CEO of the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) in May 2025, the big question was: what would she do differently? We’ve had strong leaders before; Stephen Asiimwe gave Uganda a voice in the global tourism…
In a powerful address that set the tone for the national budgeting process, the Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury, Ramathan Ggoobi, announced a major crackdown on dishonest and inefficient fiscal practices. At the National Budget Conference for the…