September 22, 2022
Uganda: Uganda Re to Provide Cover for the East African Crude Oil Pipeline
What have been the highlights of Uganda Re's performance for 2021? Read more »
September 20, 2022
Uganda: WHO Lauds Uganda's Effort in Promoting Road Safety
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has pledged to work with Parliament and other stakeholders in implementing its new resolution on curbing traffic accident deaths by 50 percent… Read more »
September 19, 2022
Uganda: Europe Bias Against EACOP
Days after the European Union passed a resolution condemning ongoing investment in fossil fuels in Uganda, the basis for the censure remains unclear. Read more »
September 15, 2022
Uganda: Makerere's Lumumba Hall to Get a Coat of Paint for First Time in 50 Years
Makerere University Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe has ordered students residing in Lumumba Hall of residence to immediately vacate and pave way for its renovation. Read more »
September 01, 2022
Uganda: Vandals Drive Transport Ministry to Embrace Concrete Rail Sleepers
The Ministry of Works and Transport has resorted to the use of concrete sleepers over the steel ones in restoration of the railway to curb vandalism. Read more »
Uganda: Absa Partners With the Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology
Absa Bank Uganda has partnered with the Uganda Institute of Information and Communication Technology (UICT) to provide ICT skills training to youth in vocational institutions… Read more »
Uganda: Totalenergies EP Uganda Equips Project Affected Persons in Buliisa
TotalEnergies EP Uganda has this week reiterated its commitment to supporting sustainable and inclusive economic growth through income generating activities by the Tilenga project… Read more »
August 30, 2022
Uganda: Stanbic Bank Boosts Customers Amidst Tough Economic Environment
Stanbic Bank customers can now expect to enjoy flexible terms when accessing loans including an increased loan tenure of up to 84 months and zero percent arrangement fees on all… Read more »
August 28, 2022
Uganda: Uganda Airlines Pay Sparks Equality Demand
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Uganda Airlines earns Shs87 million, the Director Maintenance Shs80 million per month, Chief Financial Officer Shs73 million, and Manager… Read more »
August 24, 2022
Uganda: Uganda's Insurance Premiums Up 18.5 Percent to Shs711.6bn
Insurers in Uganda have recorded an 18.5% growth in gross written premiums for the six-month period ending June.30 to Shs 711.6bn. Read more »
Uganda: MTN Uganda to Connect Network Sites to Hydro-Electric Grid
MTN Uganda is embracing renewable energy with the connection of all its network sites to the hydroelectric grid. Read more »
August 19, 2022
Uganda: Uganda Airlines CEO Fails to Present Academic Papers
The Committee on Commissions Statutory Authorities and State Enterprise (COSASE) has embarked on a process of evaluating the curriculum vitae and qualifications of Uganda Airlines'… Read more »
August 18, 2022
Uganda: Lawmakers Urge Ministry of Works to Improve Road Designs to Curb Accidents
Legislators want deliberate action by the Ministry of Works and Transport to improve road designs across the country in a bid to curb road carnage and improve road safety. Read more »
Uganda: CEO Bamuturaki - I Am Qualified to Run Uganda Airlines
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Uganda Airlines, Jenifer Bamuturaki has said she is qualified and experienced to run the airline. Read more »
August 17, 2022
Uganda: ICT Ministry Calls for Withdrawal of Computer Misuse Bill
The Ministry of Information, Communication, Technology and National Guidance wants the Computer Misuse (Amendment) Bill 2022 withdrawn. Read more »
Uganda: National Carrier In Spotlight for High Salaries, Recruitments
The Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) has given Uganda Airlines one month to come up with a staff structure after it emerged that… Read more »
August 10, 2022
Uganda: MTN Uganda H1 Net Profit Up 48% to Shs193.6 Billion
MTN Uganda has reported a 48.1% growth in profit after tax to Shs193.6bn for the first six months of 2022 amidst a tough economic environment. Read more »
August 05, 2022
Uganda: MPs, Plastic Dealers Lock Horns Over U.S.$70 Tax
Parliament's Committee on Finance, Planning and Economic Development has met officials from Uganda Manufacturers' Association (UMA) and Uganda Plastic Recyclers Association to… Read more »
July 31, 2022
Uganda: Museveni's Electric Buses, the Dreams Versus Reality
In a televised address on July 20, the President said shifting to electric vehicles is one of the long lasting solutions Uganda needs to adapt to cope with the current high prices… Read more »
Uganda: Rains Cut Off Mbale City Temporarily
At least three people have been confirmed dead and several others are missing after floods cut off Mbale city after several rivers burst their banks. Read more »
July 18, 2022
Uganda: Filling Natural Gas Supply Gap
Mauritania and Senegal have laid the groundwork necessary for BP, Kosmos, and their contractors to establish an offshore production complex, with development wells connected to a… Read more »
July 04, 2022
Uganda: Go Back to Class, Pay Rise Will Come Later - Museveni
President Yoweri Museveni has asked teachers to go back to class before discussions on a pay rise can continue. In a statement posted on twitter, he said government will stick to… Read more »
Uganda: East African Crude Oil Pipeline Praised
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) represents a critical solution to making energy poverty history in Africa by 2030, say experts led by says NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman… Read more »
June 27, 2022
Uganda: Stanbic Bank, Prudential Unveil Joint Medical Insurance Cover
Stanbic customers are now able to acquire for themselves and loved ones, annual medical insurance cover of up to Shs20million, courtesy of Stanbic MediProtect, a joint offer by the… Read more »
June 21, 2022
Uganda: Interbank Lending Gets Major Boost As Tradeclear Platform Covers Risk
Fifteen Ugandan banks have signed onto the TradeClear platform to ease and boost interbank trade within the country. Read more »