The MTN Foundation, the corporate social investment arm of MTN Uganda, is embarking on a new strategic phase following the appointment of two of Uganda’s most respected professionals, Allen Kagina and Francis Gimara, to its Board of Directors. This move…
The East African Community (EAC) has long championed the vision of a unified Common Market, a cornerstone of which is the free movement of persons, services, and capital. However, a stark reality has emerged: despite a 12% growth in intra-EAC…
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has once again cemented its role as a key driver of Uganda’s economy, announcing record-breaking earnings and contributions for the Financial Year ending June 30, 2025. With earnings soaring to Shs3.52 trillion, an 11%…
The Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2), underway in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, marks a pivotal moment in the continent’s united front for bold, transformative climate action. Building on the momentum of the inaugural summit in Nairobi, Kenya, this high-level convening, under…
Uganda’s pay-TV landscape is on the brink of a historic transformation as French media giant Groupe Canal+ finalises its acquisition of South Africa’s MultiChoice Group, led by Calvo Phedi Mawela as Group Chief Executive Director. While MultiChoice Uganda and its…
In a significant leadership appointment, Walter Wafula has been named the new Group CEO of Fireworks Advertising. The move signals a new chapter for both the acclaimed communications professional and the agency, which is one of Uganda’s leading marketing and…
Africa’s contribution to global trade stands at a modest 3%, a number that falls too short of the continent’s immense potential. However, a closer look at intra-African trade reveals a more concerning trend: a decline from 14.5% in 2021 to…
The signing of a cooperation agreement between Uganda and Algeria on Monday, September 8, 2025, marks a significant milestone in their diplomatic and economic relations. Signed by Uganda’s Minister of Finance, Matia Kasaija, and his Algerian counterpart, Abdelkarim Bouzred, the…
In a significant high-level meeting, Sunil Taldar, the Group CEO of Airtel Africa, met with the Governor of the Bank of Uganda, Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego, along with the leadership of Airtel Uganda, led by the Managing Director, Soumendra Sahu, and…
Absa Bank Uganda shone brightly on the global stage, earning top recognition at the inaugural Absa Group CEO Pinnacle Awards in Johannesburg, South Africa, held over the weekend. The awards, hosted by Absa Group CEO Kenny Fihla, celebrated the best…
The Uganda Railways Corporation (URC), under the leadership of Benon M. Kajuna as Managing Director, has a bold vision: to become the “Preferred Freight and Passenger Transporter in Eastern Africa by 2040.” However, a new report by the Auditor General,…
The African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC) has announced the commencement of Ms. Adefunke Adeyemi’s second term as Secretary General, a powerful vote of confidence in her leadership and a strategic commitment to advancing a unified African aviation sector. Effective September…
Uganda has been placed on high alert following the confirmation of a new Ebola virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which has already claimed at least 15 lives. While the latest outbreak is centered in the central…
The African Development Bank (AfDB) is in advanced talks with Uganda’s Ministry of Works and Transport to fund a transformative project aimed at upgrading regional aerodromes, with a primary focus on converting Arua Airfield into a full-fledged international airport. The…
The government of Uganda has announced plans to secure a new USD 400 million (over Shs1.4 trillion) loan from a consortium of lenders, including the African Development Bank (AfDB), the International Fund for Agricultural Development(IFAD), the Islamic Development Bank and UniCredit…