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…
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Limited has taken a significant step towards building local expertise in Uganda’s oil and gas sector. In collaboration with Chu Kong Petroleum and Natural Gas Steel Pipe Holdings Limited (PCK) and Avanti Energy…
The government of Uganda has, through the Climate Change Department (CCD), launched the Climate Mobility Blueprint for Uganda, a groundbreaking initiative developed by the Global Climate Center for Climate Mobility (GCCM), in collaboration with the Ministry of Water and Environment.…
The Executive Director of the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), Ernest Rubondo, has hailed insurers in Uganda for their transparency in declaring revenue from the oil and gas sector. Speaking at the Insurance Consortium for Oil and Gas Uganda (ICOGU…
The public relations (PR) industry is going through some pretty wild transformations, and it’s not just about creating buzz anymore. According to the ICCO World PR Report 2024-2025, a wave of changes is sweeping across the global PR landscape—changes that…
As Uganda readies itself for the monumental shift in its power distribution sector, the clock is ticking toward April 1, 2025, when Umeme’s long-standing monopoly will come to an end. The transition of power distribution to the Uganda Electricity Distribution…
To streamline Uganda’s mortgage financing sector, the Central Bank has tabled before Parliament a Bill that seeks to protect borrowers’ properties from being attached. The Mortgage Refinancing Institutions Bill 2025, which was tabled before the Parliament last week, states that…
The list of schools that qualified to participate in the 10th Anniversary of the Stanbic Bank National Schools Championship has finally been released. The participating schools were announced on Monday during the official unveiling of the Stanbic Bank National Schools Championship…
The African Development Bank (ADB), under the leadership of its outgoing President Akinwumi Adesina, is playing a pivotal role in driving economic growth in various African countries, including Uganda. In recognition of his efforts to transform African economies, Kenyan President…
The Ugandan government’s recent allocation of an additional Shs 115 billion to Atiak Sugar Factory has raised eyebrows among citizens, with many questioning whether the investment reflects value for money. This new investment brings the total government investment in the…
The discovery of oil and gas reserves in Uganda has sparked a wave of excitement and investment in the country’s energy sector. As the sector continues to grow, it is rapidly developing high-level engineering capacity in Uganda, with far-reaching implications…
In a strategic move to expand its market share, Nile Breweries Uganda Limited has endorsed a distribution agreement with Red Bull and Charms, becoming the official distributor of Red Bull products in Uganda. This partnership is a win-win for both…
The Bank of Uganda, headed by Governor Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego, is taking a significant step towards promoting environmental sustainability by drafting a policy framework that will regulate the impact of banking institutions on the environment. This move is expected to…
The East African Development Bank (EADB) has embarked on a search for a new Director General, following the departure of Ms. Vivienne Yeda. As the search continues, Mr. Bernard Paul Mono has been appointed Acting Director General, effective March 14,…