The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) conducted a large-scale emergency response drill on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the Kabalega Industrial Park in Hoima District, critically assessing the country’s preparedness for potential disasters in the emerging oil and gas sector.…
Under the theme of sustainable development, the conference gathered key stakeholders, emphasising that the future of Uganda’s mineral sector hinges on value addition, national content, and learning from global best practices. The Oil and Gas Precedent as a Model for…
Uganda’s livestock sub-sector has taken a significant step toward modernisation and commercialisation with the official reception of the Jianzhou big-ear goats from China, which were unveiled by Hon. Bright Rwamirama, the State Minister for Animal Industry, at the National Animal…
In a significant move to deepen economic cooperation, Finland’s Minister for Foreign Trade and Development, Ville Tavio, has announced that Finnish companies are ready to partner with African nations in key strategic sectors. The announcement, made on Wednesday, September 24,…
In a significant move to deepen financial cooperation, the Bank of Uganda hosted a high-level business delegation from the State of Qatar on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, in Kampala, Uganda. The meeting, led by Governor Michael Atingi-Ego and the Qatari…
Felicite Nson has today taken over from Andrew Itambo Kilonzo as the new Managing Director for Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL), a subsidiary of Diageo East African Breweries, becoming the first woman to ever be appointed to the highest position of…
Uganda and Somalia share a long-standing partnership underpinned by political, security, and economic cooperation The Government of the Republic of Uganda will host the Second Session of the Uganda-Somalia Joint Permanent Commission (JPC) alongside an Investment and Business Summit from…
The African Union (AU) is making a concerted push to accelerate the implementation of the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM), a flagship initiative aimed at unlocking the continent’s vast economic potential. At the 42nd International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO)…
While the broader African refining market presents an undervalued opportunity, for Uganda, the development of its own petroleum refinery is not merely an investment prospect, it is a foundational project for achieving energy sovereignty, industrial growth, and long-term economic security.…
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd. signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Buganda Kingdom on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, to strengthen collaboration on environmental conservation and community development. This partnership, which focuses on tree growing and…
Uganda is making significant strides in the quest to leverage its rich mineral wealth for national development, moving from being a raw mineral exporter to a value-added producer. This strategic shift was the central theme of the 14th Annual Mineral…
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), in partnership with AirServ and African Leaders in Aviation, hosted the second annual Girls in Aviation Day on September 24, 2025. This event is part of a broader, sustained effort to inspire and mentor…
A historic shift has occurred in Africa’s broadcasting industry. French media giant CANAL+, under the leadership of Maxime Sadaa as Group Chairman and CEO, has secured effective control of MultiChoice Group, Africa’s largest pay-TV operator, following the successful completion of…
Under the leadership of its Chief Executive Officer, Richard Yego, MTN MoMo Uganda is taking a significant step to champion financial inclusion and accelerate Uganda’s digital transformation. This follows Yego’s announcement of a strategic partnership with the Uganda Manufacturers Association…
Uganda’s future hinges on its youthful population, and the recent Canada East Africa Business Exchange (CEABEX) amplified the call to harness this potential through STEM education. Speaking at the event, Maureen Karamagi, a Ugandan specialist in STEM education, shared crucial…