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,…
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…
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…
Parliament is expressing serious concerns about the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA)’s reputation following the termination of 82 staff members for inadequate academic qualifications. Members of Parliament (MPs) have since warned that revelations of underqualified staff could severely damage Uganda’s…
The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the China Certification and Inspection Group Co., Ltd. (CCIC) on Monday, August 11, 2025, a strategic move that will significantly bolster Uganda’s economy. This pivotal partnership…
Stanbic Bank is positioning itself as a key driver of Uganda’s economic growth, launching a significant campaign to attract foreign investment. Through its Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) division, the bank is actively engaging with multinational corporations to showcase Uganda…
Uganda’s tourism sector is no longer just a collection of stunning landscapes and unique wildlife; it has emerged as a multi-faceted engine of national development. According to Senior Presidential Advisor on Tourism and former CEO of the Uganda Tourism Board…
Uganda’s growing oil and gas sector, a cornerstone of the country’s economic future, is set for accelerated development following high-level discussions between the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) and top executives from Standard Bank Group, the parent company of Stanbic…
In a significant boost to its economic diversification and growth agenda, Uganda has secured USD 150 million (over Shs537 billion) in vital funding from the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA), earmarked specifically to empower its private sector.…
In a profound display of regional solidarity and strategic economic foresight, the President of Uganda H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and his Kenyan counterpart H.E. Dr. William Ruto, concluded an official State Visit on Tuesday, July 30th, 2025, by signing eight…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has committed to strategically deploying Uganda’s much-anticipated oil revenues to the tourism sector, a move that is set to redefine the sector over time. This transformative pledge emerged from a pivotal meeting at State House on July…
Uganda is rapidly advancing its position as a significant player in the global gold market, driven by an ambitious strategy to expand domestic gold production and increase value-added activities. This ambitious agenda received a substantial boost with the official commissioning…
In a landmark achievement that resonates beyond its borders, Uganda has positioned itself at the forefront of global medical innovation, as the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has formally accepted two groundbreaking vaccine patent applications by Dr. Mathias…
Uganda is set to host a landmark gathering that will redefine Africa’s development finance landscape. The Uganda Development Bank (UDB), in partnership with the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development on Thursday, July 24th, 2025, officially launched the Uganda Development…
Uganda is intensifying its commitment to transforming its agri-food systems, securing national food security, and elevating rural livelihoods through a bolstered partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations. In a high-level engagement at State House,…