October 30, 2023
Uganda: Uganda's Economy Grew Faster Amidst High Interest Rates
Uganda's economy grew faster in the last financial year than previously anticipated a good sign for the Bank of Uganda, which is attempting to control the surge in commodity… Read more »
October 29, 2023
Africa: Kenya to Lift Visa Requirements for All Africans - President Ruto
Kenyan President William Ruto said on Saturday that Kenya will lift visa requirements for all Africans by the end of 2023 with the aim of boosting trade with African countries. Read more »
October 22, 2023
Uganda: Kadaga Calls for Collective Efforts to Achieve Clean Energy Access
The First Deputy Prime Minister of Uganda and Minister for East African Community Affairs Rebecca Kadaga on Thursday, launched the 5th edition of the Sustainable Development Goals… Read more »
October 19, 2023
Uganda: Economic Structural Transformation As a Pathway to Economic Independence in Uganda
As Uganda celebrates 61 years of independence under the theme 'Sustaining a united and progressive nation, taking charge of our future as a free nation', the country encounters… Read more »
October 16, 2023
Uganda: Uganda Achieves Record Coffee Export Revenues
Uganda has achieved a historic milestone in its coffee exports, generating an impressive $940.3 million in revenues for the 2022/2023 coffee year that concluded on September 30.… Read more »
October 15, 2023
Uganda: Ai Solution Wins TotalEnergies Revolution Hackathon
An innovative solution utilizing artificial intelligence to identify optimal locations for Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points has clinched the top spot in the prestigious… Read more »
October 01, 2023
Uganda: Tanzanian President Launches Digital Archive of Salim Ahmed Salim
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Saturday launched the Dr. Salim Ahmed Salim Digital Archive, aimed at preserving the country's renowned international diplomat's… Read more »
September 26, 2023
Uganda: Uganda's NSSF Declares 10 Percent Interest Rate for Fy 2022/23
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September 22, 2023
East Africa: Why Ugandans, East Africans Celebrate the East African Crude Oil Pipeline
The EACOP will generate considerable economic benefits for Uganda. The project is estimated to attract billions of dollars in foreign direct investment, leading to increased… Read more »
September 25, 2023
Uganda: Museveni Must Sign Employment Bill to Protect Workers - Human Rights Watch
President Yoweri Museveni should sign into law the recently amended employment bill that was passed in May this year to protect employees particularly women, from various forms of… Read more »
September 24, 2023
Uganda: American Ambassador's Dilemma in Uganda
A video of U.S. Ambassador to Kenya, Meg Whitman, pitching to American investors why they should invest their dollars in Kenya triggered debate on why American ambassadors cannot… Read more »
Uganda: Police Officers Urged to Embrace Cybersecurity for Enhanced Safety
Police officers received a resounding call to embrace cybersecurity, safeguarding both personal and institutional data. Read more »
September 19, 2023
Uganda: Entebbe to Host Inaugural East African Airshow in 2024
The countdown has started to the inaugural East African Airshow that will be hosted by Uganda. Skies are set to ignite with passion and excitement as Entebbe hosts the event 5-7th… Read more »
September 14, 2023
Uganda: Eacop Contractor Visits Pau's CEO
On Sept.7, Aimin Luo, the General Manager of China Petroleum Pipeline Engineering Co Ltd (CCP) paid a courtesy call to Ernest Rubondo, the Executive Director of the Petroleum… Read more »
September 11, 2023
Zambia: Over 200 Organizations Set for Africa Fintech Summit in Lusaka
The stage is set for the largest gathering of fintech stakeholders from around Africa and the globe as the Africa Fintech Summit prepares for its 10th edition. The summit, renowned… Read more »
September 05, 2023
Uganda: One Million Jobs to Be Created in the Minerals Sector By 2025
The government expects to increase jobs in the minerals sector by 63% to 2.6million in FY2024/2025 from 1.6million reported in 2017/2018, according to Peter Lokeris, the state… Read more »
August 31, 2023
Uganda: Speaker Raises Concern on Rising Fuel Prices, School Fees
Parliament has asked the Government to present efforts to combat the rising prices of fuel that have rocked the country in the past week. Read more »
August 23, 2023
Uganda: World Bank Funding Embargo to Uganda
Following the World Bank decision issued on Aug.8 to stop new public funding to Uganda in relation to the passing of the anti-homosexuality bill into law, a group of civil society… Read more »
August 22, 2023
Uganda: Nile Breweries Empowers 1,000 Barley Farmers in Kabale and Rubanda Districts
In a bid to accelerate financial literacy and inclusion among barley farmers in Kabale and Rubanda Districts, Nile Breweries Limited has equipped over 1,000 farmers in the region… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Telecom Rebrands, Executives Promise Customers Reliable Network
Top government officials and executives at Uganda Telecommunications Corporation Limited have promised their clients a reliable voice, data, and related services following a… Read more »
August 14, 2023
Uganda: Why World Bank Funding Freeze On Uganda Is a Mistake
In a surprising twist, some members of the gay community in Uganda have told The Independent they are not pleased by the recent decision of the World Bank to cut funding to new… Read more »
August 12, 2023
Uganda: Govt Engaging the World Bank On Funding Cuts - Musasizi
The State Minister for Finance, Hon. Henry Musasizi, has said government is engaging the World Bank on its decision to cut financing of projects in Uganda. Read more »
August 13, 2023
Uganda: Govt Ratifies International Labour Organization Convention 190
The Government of Uganda deposited the instrument of ratification of the International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention 190 (C-190) on Violence and Harassment in the world of… Read more »
Uganda: Government Justifies High Cost of Digital Number Plates
The cost of the new number plates that are expected to be rolled out later in the year was a result of a financial model used for their pricing. Read more »
Uganda: Transport Minister Warns Ugandans Using the Lake in August to Be Extra Vigilant
The Minister of Works, Transport, and Communication, Gen. Katumba Wamala, warned the public to be cautious while using Lake Victoria, especially at night during the three months of… Read more »