In a critical move to bolster national emergency response capabilities, the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), in conjunction with the Ministry of Works and Transport’s Maritime Department and the Uganda Red Cross Society, has successfully concluded a series of intensive…
When global insurance giants shake hands, the tremors are felt far beyond boardrooms, reshaping markets and perceptions across entire economies. In East Africa, and particularly in Uganda, the Sanlam–Jubilee Allianz merger has done precisely that. Quietly finalised and operationalised in…
A renewed commitment to a key partnership between the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) is set to unlock significant benefits for Uganda and Africa at large. During a…
The Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) is set for enhanced operational stability and strategic continuity following the appointment of Eng. Richard Matsiko as Acting Chief Executive Officer. Rising from his previous role as Deputy CEO, Eng. Matsiko’s immediate assumption…
After years of strategic planning and significant investment, Uganda’s long-awaited journey to become an oil-exporting nation is about to be realised. The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP), a pivotal USD5 billion infrastructure project, has officially entered its “12-month sprint,”…
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’s aviation sector has demonstrated robust growth in the first half of 2025, with Entebbe International Airport recording a significant surge in international passenger and cargo traffic. According to the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), this positive trend underscores Uganda’s…
The journey for another cohort of aspiring filmmakers has officially begun at the MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) East Africa Academy, marking the start of a new academic year dedicated to nurturing the continent’s next generation of creative professionals. This milestone…
Uganda’s tourism sector is set for a significant transformation following a high-level meeting where the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA), the European Union and over 20 global development partners convened to address critical challenges and chart a sustainable path forward. This…
Uganda’s energy and extractives sector is witnessing a transformative shift, driven by a cadre of exceptional women leaders strategically positioned across key government organisations. These powerful figures are not only steering national energy security and development but also championing inclusivity,…
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) is spearheading a critical initiative to bridge and amplify the synergies between Uganda’s promising oil and gas sector and its vibrant tourism industry. This strategic alignment, led by Ernest Rubondo, Executive Director of PAU,…
Uganda is intensifying its strategic partnership with the United Kingdom to accelerate its energy transition, enhance the electricity infrastructure, and unlock its vast mining potential. This commitment was reaffirmed during a crucial meeting held on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at…
In a move set to boost Uganda’s leading business education institution and strengthen the link between academia and industry, Olive Birungi Lumonya, the Deputy Director General of the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), has been appointed Chairperson of the Makerere…
In a landmark decision set to redefine Uganda’s digital and financial landscape, shareholders of MTN Uganda led by Charles Mbire, overwhelmingly approved the structural separation of MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited (MoMo) from MTN Telecom. This strategic move, unveiled at…
Uganda is intensifying its diplomatic efforts to enhance air connectivity and bolster its thriving tourism sector. A high-level Ugandan delegation, led by the Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, Hon. Tom Butime, on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, engaged in a…