June 08
Uganda: Uganda's Education Expansion Runs Into an Infrastructure Wall
Independent (Kampala)
Uganda's education sector has made progress in expanding access to learning opportunities over the last three decades, but the newly released Baseline Education Census (BEC) 2025… Read more »
Uganda: Equity Bank Bets On Green Finance for Uganda's Clean Energy Push
Independent (Kampala)
Equity Bank Uganda is increasing its investment in renewable energy financing as it positions itself more firmly within the country's transition towards cleaner and more affordable… Read more »
Kenya: Round Two of Ncba Royal Classic Tees Off As Balala Takes Another Swing At Success
Capital FM
Round two of the NCBA Royal Classic is underway at Royal Nairobi Golf Club, with amateur golfer Adel Balala carrying a slender one-shot lead after an impressive opening round of… Read more »
Kenya: Turn Everyday Spending Into Real Value With SBM Rewards Program
Capital FM
Customers today expect more from their banks than traditional financial services. They are looking for value, relevance, and tangible benefits in their everyday interactions. SBM… Read more »
Rwanda: Who Could Replace Yakan At Gisagara VC?
New Times
With the departure of Laurence Yakan Guma, Gisagara VC faces the important task of appointing a new head coach to steer one of Rwanda's most ambitious volleyball clubs. Read more »
Rwanda: Bk Group Posts Rwf27bn Profit in Q1 2026, to Scale Up SME and Agribusiness Lending
New Times
BK Group Plc has recorded a 6.9 per cent year-on-year increase in net income to Rwf26.9 billion for the first quarter, driven by strong revenue growth and improved net interest… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Marks Governance Milestone As First Accredited Directors Graduate
New Times
Twenty-three executives have graduated as Rwanda's first certified directors under an internationally accredited governance programme, a milestone expected to strengthen boardroom… Read more »
Rwanda: BPR Explores Financing Solutions to Help Cushion Fuel Importers From Global Shocks
New Times
BPR Bank Rwanda is exploring financing solutions to help fuel importers navigate rising costs and supply disruptions linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict, as concerns grow… Read more »
Rwanda: How Cok Plans to Create Over 50,000 Jobs Annually
New Times
The City of Kigali aims to create nearly 50,000 jobs annually, building on employment gains recorded during the 2025/26 financial year. Read more »
Sudan: Phase Two of 2026 High School Certificate Control Operations Begins in Khartoum
SNA
The second phase of the High School Certificate control operations for the deferred 2026 batch -- the coding stage -- commenced Sunday in Khartoum State, with the participation of… Read more »
Sudan: Infrastructure and Transport Minister Discusses Cooperation Opportunities in Cairo
SNA
Minister of Infrastructure and Transport Saif Al-Nasr Al-Tijani Haroun discussed prospects for cooperation and strategic partnerships during his Sunday visit to the headquarters of… Read more »
Sudan: Al-Eisir Reviews Completion of First Phase of Support for Sudan's Media Sector
SNA
Minister of Culture, Information, Antiquities and Tourism Professor Khalid Al-Eisir, accompanied by the Ministry's undersecretaries and a representative of the Defense Industries… Read more »
Sudan: Blue Nile Governor Receives Darfur Region Governor Minnawi
SNA
Governor of the Blue Nile Region and Chairman of the Regional Security Committee Lieutenant General Ahmed Al-Omda Badi, accompanied by members of the regional government, security… Read more »
Sudan: Minister of Higher Education Praises Stability of Conditions At Al-Gadarif University
SNA
The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Professor Ahmed Modawi Musa, emphasized the importance of stability in academic and administrative conditions across… Read more »
Rwanda: So... When Are You Getting Married? [opinion]
New Times
In a world that urges us to chase our dreams, build financial security, travel, and "find ourselves," there is another message waiting around every corner: settle down already. Read more »
Uganda: We Shall Come for You - Police Warn School Heads Over Uneb Registration Fee Misappropriation
Nile Post
Police have issued a warning towards school heads on misappropriating candidates' registration fees. Read more »
Uganda: Centenary Bank Targets Financial Inclusion With New Bukwo ATM Installation
Nile Post
Centenary Bank has expanded access to banking services through alternative channels in Bukwo District with the launch of a new deposit-enabled ATM aimed at bringing financial… Read more »
Kenya: Former Kenyan Chief Justice Maraga Arrested
Nile Post
Former Kenyan Chief Justice David Maraga was arrested on Monday during a protest opposing plans to excise part of Nairobi National Park for infrastructure development linked to the… Read more »
Uganda: Farmers, Security Guards Clash At Kakinga Farm Over Land Dispute in Sembabule
Nile Post
Tension has escalated at Kakinga Farm in Nabitanga Sub-county, Lwemiyaga, Sembabule District after a violent clash between farmers occupying the land and security guards employed… Read more »
Uganda: Bishop Urges Parents to Prioritise Education, Family Unity As 60 Confirmed At Buziika
Nile Post
- The Bishop of Mukono Diocese, Rt Rev Enos Kitto Kagodo, has urged parents to prioritise the education of their children and promote unity within families through forgiveness,… Read more »
Uganda: South Ankole Diocese Calls for Unity As New Cathedral Dean Is Installed
Nile Post
The Bishop of South Ankole Diocese, Nathan Ahimbisibwe, has called on Christians to shun hatred and embrace love, emphasizing that God remains the source of true love and that… Read more »
Uganda: Bishop Asiimwe Warns Against Showmanship in Thanksgiving, Urges Focus On Genuine Gratitude
Nile Post
The Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Onesimus Asiimwe, has cautioned Christians against turning thanksgiving ceremonies into platforms for showmanship and excessive fundraising,… Read more »
Uganda: Health Beyond Hospitals - C-Care, KCCA Join Forces in Kampala Clean-Up Exercise
Nile Post
C-Care Uganda, in partnership with Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) and local leaders have conducted a major community clean-up exercise in Kasanvu and Namuwongo Bukasa Parish… Read more »
Uganda: Gen Salim Saleh Distances Himself From Busabala Wetland Property As Nema Demolitions Spark Public Debate
Nile Post
Senior Presidential Advisor on military affairs, Caleb Akandwanaho, has distanced himself from a controversial storeyed building in Busabala wetland that has sparked public outrage… Read more »
Uganda: Ibanda - Nyabuhikye Residents Eager As Bwahwa Seed Secondary School Nears Completion
Nile Post
Residents of Nyabuhikye Sub-county in Ibanda District are eagerly awaiting the completion and commissioning of Bwahwa Seed Secondary School, a government-funded project expected to… Read more »
