In a move that blends urban renewal with digital transformation, MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited (MTN MoMo) this week formally handed over the newly refreshed and modernised Lira Main Market to the city’s leadership. The project, commissioned on Friday, 19th…
Addressing a high-level gathering of Uganda’s most influential business leaders at Speke Resort Munyonyo on Thursday, H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni reaffirmed that the private sector remains the primary driver of the nation’s journey toward a US$500 billion economy. The…
In Uganda, digital platforms have quietly transitioned from being a convenience to a necessity. What began as a tool for quick meals has evolved into a comprehensive digital ecosystem, reflecting the country’s energetic and innovative spirit. At the heart of…
Uganda has officially reclaimed its throne as Africa’s leading coffee exporter, marking a historic year of growth that has sent ripples through the global commodity markets. Latest reports from the Uganda Investment Authority (UIA) indicate that for the year ending…
In the heart of Kasanje, a quiet revolution in the Ugandan housing market has begun. On December 16, 2025, Stanbic Bank Uganda and Quesi Properties officially launched La Valle Estate, a partnership designed to dismantle the high walls that have…
On December 17, 2025, Uganda took a quiet yet transformative step in its financial evolution with the launch of the Okusevinga Money Market Unit Trust Scheme Pilot. While the announcement was subtle, its implications are monumental. Conceptualised over several years…
Britam Asset Managers Company (Uganda) Limited has officially announced the appointment of Ms. Peace Gakwaya as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective December 8, 2025. The move is seen by industry analysts as a strategic manoeuvre to accelerate Britam’s growth…
In a high-level stakeholder engagement held this week at the Imperial Royale Hotel, the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) revealed a critical financial bottleneck that threatens to stall the nation’s soaring aviation ambitions. The UCAA Director General, Mr. Fred K.…
As the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) begins the search for a new Executive Director to succeed Mr. Ernest Rubondo, whose tenure is ending in August 2026, the nation reflects on a decade of unprecedented regulatory and economic growth. Rubondo,…
In a high-level engagement that signals a new era of cooperation between traditional leadership and national industry, Buganda Kingdom has today hosted a delegation from the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) and the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD).…
In a landmark move for the African telecommunications sector, Airtel Africa has announced a strategic agreement with SpaceX to integrate Starlink Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity across its 14 markets, including Uganda. This partnership is set to redefine internet accessibility in the…
The national carrier, Uganda Airlines, under the stewardship of Ms. Jennifer Bamuturaki as Chief Executive, is facing a growing crisis, characterised by rampant flight disruptions and a parallel stream of financial mismanagement scandals that are eroding both passenger confidence and…
Uganda’s national debt crisis is escalating as Parliament , led by the Speaker Hon. Anita Among, is abruptly recalled from recess to urgently process a fresh batch of loans totaling over Shs2.177 trillion. This significant new borrowing request comes at…
The Uganda National Oil Company Limited (UNOC) is marking a significant milestone, celebrating 10 years of strategic leadership in unlocking the value of Uganda’s petroleum resources. This decade of dedication, professionalism, and resilience has been instrumental in shaping the future…
From Online Personality to Economic Contributor Running on the theme ‘From Regulation to Prosperity,’ the summit, which was officiated by Hon. George William Nyombi Thembo, the Executive Director of UCC, was the evolution of the digital creator. Hon. Thembo stressed…