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April 18
Uganda: Trade and Finance Committees Meet Key Stakeholders Over Striking Traders
The joint committee of Trade and that of Finance is this morning are expected to meet the different stakeholders over the ongoing traders strike. Read more »
April 16
Uganda: Kyagulanyi Supports Traders' Strike
As traders sit and have their businesses closed, boycotting hefty taxes imposed on them, opposition political leader Robert Kyagulanyi has welcomed the move saying this is the way… Read more »
April 17
Uganda: Stakeholders Advocate for Enhanced Mail Security Standards Amid E-Commerce Surge
Amid the rapid growth of electronic communication and e-commerce, stakeholders have underscored the urgent need for improved mail security standards, cybersecurity measures, and… Read more »
April 08
Uganda: URA to Open an Operational Office in the Kikuubo Business Area Aimed At Educating Traders About Efris Services
In January 2021, URA implemented EFRIS to tackle tax administration issues associated with business transactions and receipt issuance. Read more »
April 04
Uganda: Lack of Standards Hindering SMEs From Tapping Into Continental Free Trade Area
Ugandan medium- and small-sixed enterprises (SMEs) have been urged to embark on quality standards and enough production to get into the African Continent Free Trade Area (AFCFTA). Read more »
December 01, 2023
Uganda: Uganda Not Well Positioned to Exploit AfCFTA Benefits, Experts Say
Experts have warned that Uganda is currently not positioned well to exploit the benefits of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA). Read more »
November 11, 2023
East Africa: Kenya, Uganda Drive Simplified Trade Regime for Entrepreneurs
The First Deputy Prime Minister for East African Community Affairs, Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, has emphasised the potential for prosperity through the expansion of the regional… Read more »
October 26, 2023
Uganda: Uganda, Sao Tome Discuss Fish Trade
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today met and held discussions with the President of São Tomé and Principe, H.E Carlos Manuel Vila Nova. Read more »
Uganda: PACEID's Interventions Are Steadily Placing Uganda On the Global Exports Map
The Presidential Advisory Committee on Exports and Industrial Development (PACEID) has been instrumental in driving the growth of the country's export revenue. Read more »
September 15, 2023
Kenya: Kenya to Scrap Container Deposit Fee at Mombasa Port to Ease Trade With Uganda
Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has agreed to scrap the container deposit of $3,000 (about shs12 million) per container at Mombasa port as a commitment to easing business for Uganda… Read more »
September 06, 2023
South Africa: Uganda, South Africa Urged to Remove Visa Barriers to Enhance Trade Relations
Delegates and private sector players attending the Uganda-South Africa Trade and Investment Summit have joined forces to call upon the governments of both nations to eliminate visa… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda-South Africa Discuss Value Addition At Trade and Investment Summit
The Uganda, South Africa trade and investment summit organized by the Government of Uganda, MTN Group, Absa Bank Uganda and various South African owned business entities has… Read more »
September 04, 2023
Uganda: Unlocking Finance, Trade, Investment, and Empowering Refugee Women
The Uganda Economic Forum, themed "Unlocking Opportunities" in finance, investment, and trade, all eyes turned to a pivotal topic: "Economic Opportunities for Refugee Women." Read more »
Uganda: Kin Kariisa Addresses Unaa Convention As Next Media Goes Global
Next Media CEO, Kin Kariisa was among the speakers as the UNAA Convention and Trade Expo Dallas entered its third day. Read more »
August 29, 2023
Uganda: Traffic at Entebbe Airport Hits New Highs
Entebbe International Airport experienced a significant surge in international passenger traffic, with a total of 185,253 passengers in July 2023. Read more »
August 25, 2023
Uganda: 'They Are for Dead White People,' Museveni Warns Ugandans Against Second-Hand Clothes
President Museveni has warned Ugandans against buying and using imported second-hand clothes termed mivumba. According to President Museveni, such clothes are gathered from… Read more »
August 23, 2023
Uganda: Ugandan Exporters Strive to Overcome Financing Challenges and Enter European Markets
The landscape of global export markets is rapidly evolving, driven by factors such as traceability, quality standards, and the increasing demand for goods. Read more »
August 16, 2023
East Africa: Uganda Seeks Alternative Markets Following Kenyan Milk Ban
In the wake of the recent ban imposed by the Kenyan government on Ugandan dairy products, Uganda is now exploring alternative markets for its goods. In an address to the press by… Read more »
August 14, 2023
Uganda: Blockade of Ugandan Milk On Agenda As Museveni Holds Talks With Ruto
President Museveni has held talks with his Kenyan counterpart, William Ruto at State House in Entebbe. Read more »
August 10, 2023
Africa: Museveni Challenges Leaders on Economic Injustice, Unfair Raw Material Trade Practices
At the G25 Africa coffee summit, President Museveni highlighted the loss of jobs and money that African countries face when exporting unprocessed goods at a low cost. Read more »
August 09, 2023
Uganda: Tanzania Offers Ugandan Shippers 30-Days Free Storage Period
Port Authorities are key stakeholders in facilitating trade and creating competitive markets/economies. Read more »
August 01, 2023
Uganda: Three Trade Ministry Officials Arrested Over SHS 357 Million Fuel Card Forgery
Additional reporting by David Ijjo Read more »
July 29, 2023
Africa: Museveni Asks Russia to Discourage Importing Continent's Raw Materials
President Museveni has asked Russia and other European and Asian countries to stop importing raw materials from Africa for processing in their own countries. Read more »
July 26, 2023
Africa: Museveni Leaves for Russia-Africa Summit
President Museveni has left the country for Russian city, St.Petersburg where he will attend the second Russia-Africa summit, State House has said. Read more »
Africa: Museveni to Russia, China - If You Are Our Friends, Stop Importing Raw Materials From Africa
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called upon companies from the West to interest themselves in investing in Africa, especially in process manufacturing rather than focusing on… Read more »
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