Okere City in Otuke District, North Eastern Uganda, is home to several hundred young girls and boys who face a major challenge that hinders their educational aspirations. Ageno Rwot Flavia, a 13-year-old primary six pupil at Okere Community School, has…
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) form the backbone of Africa’s economy, driving employment, innovation, and economic transformation. However, their growth is often hindered by financial constraints, limited access to markets, and operational inefficiencies. The latest Mastercard SME Confidence Index 2025…
As Ugandan farmers battle prolonged drought and delayed wet seasons, experts emphasize that sustainable agriculture is the only lasting solution to climate change. Uganda, like many African countries, is increasingly experiencing drought due to climate change, leading to devastating effects…
Uganda is poised to undergo a significant economic boost with the impending oil production, courtesy of revenues from the Oil and Gas sector, according to the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), which is headed by Mr. Ernest Rubondo. The government’s…
The Stanbic Bank Economic Insights Forum, a premier event for business leaders, investors, and policymakers, is set to take place on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in Kampala. This year’s forum will be themed “Globalisation Reshaped-Riding the Waves of Economic Shifts,”…
Airtel Uganda’s recent announcement of a record-breaking interim dividend of Shs100 billion for the quarter ending December 31, 2024, has set new benchmarks for shareholder returns while sending ripples across Uganda’s competitive telecom market. Airtel Uganda, which went public in…
Applications are open for schools to compete in the 10th season of the Stanbic National Schools championship (NSC) and the stakes are high on who will win the youth entrepreneurship gong as it marks a decade since its inception. Last…
Uganda is one of the countries that are most vulnerable to climate change in Africa. Rising temperatures, changing rainfall patterns, and increased frequency of extreme weather events are all taking a toll on the country’s agricultural sector. The worst-affected areas…
With the Easter holiday season just around the corner, businesses in Uganda are gearing up to capitalize on the increased consumer spending. Financial experts at Stanbic Bank have shared valuable insights on how entrepreneurs can maximize sales, profits, and customer…
The advent of electronic banking has revolutionized the way people conduct financial transactions. However, according to business analysts at the Publicisteastafrica.com this convenience has also introduced new risks, particularly in the form of electronic fraud. In Uganda, several banks are…
Uganda’s government is seeking a massive loan to finance the buyout of Umeme Limited, the country’s main electricity distributor, as its 20-year concession comes to an end on March 31, 2025. The government is negotiating with Stanbic Bank to secure…
As the business landscape continues to evolve, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for success. The Stanbic Economic Insights Symposium, scheduled for March 11, 2025, at Kampala Serena Hotel, offers a unique opportunity for business operators to gain valuable…
The agricultural sector in Uganda has been dealt a huge blow with the ongoing winding down process of the Uganda Cocoa and Commodities Limited, which is set to be wound up together with Grow More Seeds and Chemicals Limited, over…
Ugandans are known for their resilience, warmth, and entrepreneurial spirit—qualities that define the Pearl of Africa and its people. It is this deep understanding of Uganda’s dynamic and youthful population that has propelled Sylvia Mulinge, CEO of MTN Uganda, to…
Sustainable agriculture is improving the livelihoods of millions of Ugandans engaged in crop and animal husbandry. Agnes Mbabazi, CEO of Agrifarm Uganda Limited, has taken this mission personally, striving to revolutionize agriculture in Uganda. With determination and resilience, Mbabazi fully…