Mountains of the Moon University (MMU) has reached a historic academic milestone with the official accreditation of its first Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme in Agro-Ecological Sciences. The development was confirmed following the 79th meeting of the National Council for…
In a significant milestone for Uganda’s digital landscape, Bayobab Uganda, an MTN Group company, has unveiled its newest and shortest fibre optic route, the Uganda Railway National Long Distance (NLD), running from Malaba to Kampala. This transformative infrastructure project reinforces…
In a move set to reshape Uganda’s life insurance landscape, Kenneth Kitariko has been appointed new Chairman of the Board of Directors at Old Mutual Life Assurance Uganda Limited. This appointment marks a pivotal moment in the company’s history, as…
Uganda’s economic growth is poised to receive a significant boost from the acceleration of agro-industrialisation, a strategy that has garnered support from key stakeholders, including Stanbic Bank, plus the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF). As such, this…
Evelyn Anite, the State Minister of Finance for Investment and Privatisation, has revealed that Uganda’s economy is experiencing a remarkable transformation, growing at an impressive rate of 7% and positioning the country as a top investment destination in Africa. According…
Uganda has won the bid to host the 66th International Federation of Air Traffic Controllers’ Associations (IFATCA) Conference in 2027, marking a significant milestone for the country’s aviation sector. The announcement was made on May 2, 2025, during the closing…
The African Development Bank Group has appointed Ugandan national, Dr. Alex Mubiru, as Director General for East Africa, a strategic move aimed at achieving market expansion in the region. With over 25 years of experience in international development, Dr. Mubiru…
In a significant move towards fostering digital inclusion and spurring economic growth, President Yoweri Museveni has given Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet service the green light to operate in Uganda. This development is expected to revolutionise the country’s digital landscape,…
Uganda is proudly participating in the Arabian Trade Market (ATM 2025) at the World Trade Centre in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The event, officially opened by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, provides a platform for Uganda…
In a rapidly evolving global financial landscape, regulatory vigilance is no longer a choice but a necessity. In Europe, the European Banking Authority (EBA) has taken a critical step forward with the release of its Final Report on the Draft…
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has banned groupage cargo clearance, citing loss of tax revenue due to fraudulent practices by container leaders. The ban was issued Sunday by the URA Commissioner General, John Musinguzi Rujoki, who said that these unscrupulous…
With the international imperative to prevent cross-border transmission, health workers were rapidly reoriented, thermal scanners were deployed, and screening protocols were enforced at 13 key entry points, especially at Entebbe International Airport Uganda has officially declared the end of the…
We believe adaptation efforts are not just necessary for resilience but are also key to unlocking economic opportunities Uganda’s ascent to co-chairmanship of the Coalition of Finance Ministers for Climate Action marks a significant milestone in its evolving role within…
Pioneering Sustainable Finance for Smallholder Farmers and Agribusinesses This week, Publicist East Africa proudly features Mona Muguma Ssebuliba, Chief Executive Officer of aBi Finance Limited, as our Captain of Industry a leader who is proving that financial innovation, when anchored…
Airtel Uganda, in partnership with MOGO Uganda and Transsion Holdings, has launched an innovative smartphone financing initiative aimed at making quality smartphones more accessible and affordable to Ugandans across the country. In a bold move to address the persistent “device…