September 24
Uganda: Why Museveni Is Stuffing Eggs in Industrialisation Basket
In a bold move to transform Uganda's economic landscape, President Museveni is placing a strong emphasis on industrialization. Read more »
Uganda: National Oil Palm Project Grabbed Our Land, Say Buvuma Islanders
The residents stormed the Buvuma district headquarters seeking government intervention to ensure that they are paid the money promised to them years ago when the oil palm growing… Read more »
Uganda: NRM's Barbara Nekesa Asks Busoga to Prioritise Commercial Agriculture Over Sugarcane Growing
The National Treasurer of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), Ambassador Barbara Nekesa Oundo, has advised residents of Busoga to shift from sugarcane farming to commercial… Read more »
September 19
Uganda: Works Committee Faces Backlash As Councillors Demand Transparency On Road Projects
Mbarara District Councillors expressed their dissatisfaction with the Works and Technical Services Committee regarding road project budgets and implementation in Mbarara District. Read more »
Southern Africa: Uganda's Banking Sector On the Brink of a Digital Revolution
Uganda's banking sector is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by rapid technological advancements and innovation. Read more »
Uganda: Musasizi Calls for Review of Unit Costs in Public Infrastructure
The State Minister of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development in charge of general duties, Henry Musasizi, has urged greater cost efficiency in government projects. Read more »
Uganda: KK Security Rebrands As Garda World Security
KK Security has officially rebranded as GardaWorld Security in Uganda, signaling a significant shift that promises to enhance employment opportunities across the region. Read more »
Southern Africa: How Traders and Hawkers Fuel Uganda's Growth
From street food vendors to market stall owners, their contributions reach far beyond basic transactions--they form the backbone of Uganda's dynamic economy. Read more »
September 20
Uganda: Govt to Investigate Telecom Racket
This announcement follows growing concerns raised by parliamentarians about mobile money scams and other fraud tactics. Read more »
September 19
Uganda: Island District Leaders Call for Policy Change On Seed Schools to Address Water Transport Challenges
The officials said parents are reluctant to send their children to these schools due to the necessity for daily water transport Read more »
Uganda: Vendors Abandon Hoima Market, Cite Lack of Customers
Despite complaints to city authorities, vendors allege that leaders prioritize revenue from these external markets over those inside, contributing to their losses. Read more »
Uganda: Ivy Maingi Appointed New General Manager for Glovo Uganda
Glovo Uganda has announced the appointment of Ivy Maingi as its new General Manager. Read more »
September 20
Uganda: Buganda Land Board Wins Five-Year Legal Battle Against Uganda Tea Growers
Buganda Land Board was won a case in which it had been sued by the Uganda Tea Growers over land in Mubende. Read more »
Uganda: Insurers Urged to Leverage Technology to Tailor Solutions for Customer Needs
Insurance companies have been urged to leverage technology to come up with customized products for customer needs. Read more »
September 19
Uganda: MPs Sound Alarm Over Education Quality Amid Staffing Crisis
According to Mbale Woman MP Connie Galiwango, "There is one university operating at 12%, and Kyambogo is at least at 30%. What products are we getting?" Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria to Import Ugandan Milk and Coffee
This development follows a visit by former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo to President Museveni. Read more »
Uganda: Youth Unemployment Is a Genuine Concern, Nakalema Tells Academics
Col Nakalema stressed the importance of collective action to address the country's high youth unemployment rates. Read more »
Uganda: MPs Warn Shs6.5bn Budget Shortfall Is Threatening Lower Secondary Curriculum Implementation
The Chairperson of the Parliamentary Committee on Education and Sports, James Kubekiteriya, highlighted a significant shortfall of Shs6.5 billion, which is hindering efforts to… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda to Export Milk, Coffee to Nigeria
Uganda is set to start exporting coffee and milk to Uganda. Read more »
September 16
Southern Africa: Uganda, Mozambique Push for Strengthened Trade Ties At Second Joint Permanent Commission
The second session of the Joint Permanent Commission between Uganda and Mozambique, has kicked off at Mestil Hotel in Kampala. Read more »
Southern Africa: Uganda, Mozambique Move to Open Skies to Each Other
Uganda and Mozambique are set to start negotiations that will culminate into signing of a Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA). Read more »
September 17
Uganda: Govt Announces Total Closure of Karuma Bridge
For the next three months ffective Monday, September 23, General Katumba said there will be no traffic of any kind allowed over the bridge to enable major refurbishment works. Read more »
Uganda: A Sneak Peek Into Uganda's Tenfold Growth Over the Next 15 Years
As Uganda steps further into the 21st century, it stands at a pivotal crossroads, poised to become one of Africa's most promising economic powerhouses. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Can't Dictate Election Democracy-Muwada
Opposition politician and shadow minister for foreign affairs, Nkunyingi Muwada, has strongly criticized President Yoweri Museveni, asserting that the president has no authority to… Read more »
Uganda: Fire Guts Entebbe Municipal Headquarters
Police in Kampala have started investigating circumstances under which fire gutted Entebbe Municipal headquarters in the wee hours of Tuesday morning. Read more »