President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s commissioning of the Wagagai Gold Mining project in Busia District over the weekend marks a significant turning point for Uganda’s economy. The project, a significant investment in local mineral processing, is poised to transform how Uganda…
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) company today hosted a crucial Supplier Development Forum at the Sheraton Hotel in Kampala, opening the door for Ugandan businesses to participate in upcoming opportunities for Electrical, Instrumentation, and Telecommunication Security (EITS). The…
During an open lecture at Makerere University Business School (MUBS) on Friday, August 15, 2025, Thebe Ikalafeng, the Founder and Chairman of Brand Africa, delivered a powerful and provocative message, urging a radical shift in thinking across the continent. Ikalafeng,…
The Law Development Centre (LDC), Uganda’s top institution for legal training, has come under intense scrutiny from Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) for a series of questionable expenditures totalling Shs5.1 billion. During a PAC session on August 7, 2025, a…
In a momentous celebration of five years of impacting lives and driving Uganda’s socio-economic transformation, Glovo inaugurated a new office in Kampala on Thursday, marking a fresh chapter focused on scaling its operations, enhancing digital tools, and pioneering a greener…
On Friday, August 15, 2025, the prestigious Kampala Serena Hotel will become the epicentre of African branding and leadership as Uganda hosts the Brand Africa Awards 2025. The 15th anniversary of the Brand Africa Awards, hosted by Publics Africa Communication,…
Following a wave of public complaints on social media about mobile money thefts, the Bank of Uganda (BoU) Governor, Michael Atingi-Ego, has issued a statement to address the growing concern among Ugandans. The rise in mobile money fraud, including cases…
Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga, the Second Deputy Prime Minister, on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, broke ground for the construction of a new climate-resilient and gender-inclusive market, in Elegu, Amuru District, which will bolster trade between Uganda and South Sudan. Situated…
The wrap-up of the Stanbic National Schools Championship appraisals today has highlighted a powerful link between youth innovation and Uganda’s long-term economic goals. The innovativeness displayed by young entrepreneurs like Ivan Natumanya and Jackie Omondi demonstrates how this Stanbic Bank initiative…
In a significant leadership change, Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) this week announced Emmy Hashakimana as the new General Manager, effective August 12, 2025. Hashakimana, who previously served as Commercial Director at Uganda Breweries, brings a wealth of experience and a…
Richard Byarugaba, the former Managing Director of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), has been appointed the Board Chairman of Old Mutual Investment Group, replacing Prof. Samuel Sejjaka, a strategic move that is bound to reshape Uganda’s investment landscape This…
On Friday, August 15, 2025, Kampala will be at the heart of Africa’s branding conversation as it hosts the 15th Brand Africa Awards, and MTN CEO Ms. Sylvia Mulinge is slated to be the crowd-puller of this glamorous evening, to…
Standard Chartered Bank this week launched its first-ever Women in Tech (WiT) program in Uganda, a significant initiative that aims to empower women, boost digital inclusion, and drive socio-economic transformation. According to Sanjay Rughani, the Stanchart CEO, this program, a…
By Arinaitwe Rugyendo With a heavy heart and deep gratitude, I celebrate the life of Hon. Mary Karooro Okurut, whose sudden death has left hundreds of thousands shocked and in grief. Hon. Karooro was a woman whose legacy transcends titles…
MTN Uganda has released impressive financial results for the first half of 2025, showcasing not only strong business performance but also its substantial contribution to Uganda’s economic growth. The company reported a 13.3% increase in total revenue to Shs 1.7…