Over the past 14 months, the Ugandan shilling has shown remarkable strength, appreciating steadily against the US dollar. In a televised address today, Bank of Uganda (BoU) Governor Michael Atingi-Ego clarified the central bank’s role, asserting that this appreciation is…
In a significant move to elevate Uganda’s tourism sector, the government is forging a deeper partnership with private sector leaders to achieve its vision of becoming a leading sustainable tourism destination in Africa. During the media launch of the Presidential…
Ugandan coffee farmers are no strangers to the volatile global market. Prices rise and fall, but as the recent rebound shows, there are proactive steps farmers can take to mitigate the effects of this instability. According to Hon. Frank Tumwebaze,…
Stanbic Uganda has released its half-year financial results for 2025, revealing a robust performance that not only underscores its market leadership but also its direct role in driving Uganda’s economic growth and empowering key demographics. The bank’s strong commercial success…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
In a landmark partnership set to transform Uganda’s financial landscape, Airtel Money, the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), and Stanbic Bank Uganda have launched a seamless tax payment solution. This collaboration, which allows taxpayers to pay taxes from their mobile phones,…
This Friday, August 15, 2025, Uganda will host a pivotal event for professionals in brand development and leadership: the 15th Anniversary of the Brand Africa Awards, to be held at the Kampala Serena Hotel, starting at 6:00 PM. The event…