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The Minister of ICT and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi has reiterated the Government of Uganda’s commitment to inclusive and sustainable development through the transformative power of technology. Dr. Baryomunsi …

Dubai: Emirates has signed agreements with the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) and the Uganda Tourism Board (UTM) on the sidelines of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM). Emirates pledged its continuous support …

Political tensions have plagued the Middle East for a long time, each with unique consequences in the region and the world in general. The ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict has, however, drawn …

Kenya’s KSH198M from US to Support Public Procurement Sector The National Treasury and Economic Planning CS Prof. Njuguna Ndung’u and USA Ambassador to Kenya HE Meg Whitman signed grant agreement …

KAMPALA The World Food Programme (WFP) is planning to set up a logistic hub in Uganda for the region. “We are planning to establish a logistics hub for the entire …

Uganda has concluded Bilateral Air Service Agreements (BASAs) with fifty six (56) Countries namely; Algeria, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Benin, Botswana, Brazil, Burkina Faso,  Burundi, China, Colombia, Djibouti, D.R. Congo, Egypt, …

Best 10 Airports in Africa in 2024 When it comes to air travel, having a seamless experience at the airport can make a difference in your trip. In Africa, some …

Entebbe International Airport experienced a remarkable increase in both passenger and cargo traffic in April 2024. The airport handled a total of 164,705 international passengers, comprising 82,247 arrivals and 82,458 …

To enhance the quality of Ugandan crop exports, inspection controls for avocado, banana, and pineapples are slated to be reinforced by the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries (MAAIF). The …

The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has promised to address the persistent issue of high data costs that has been troubling internet users in the country. During a consumer town hall …

This Thursday, limited passenger services resume between Kampala and Namanve, following suspension last year to pave the way for the rehabilitation and upgrade of the existing line. The passenger services …

Road transport rates per container in East Africa remains higher than the global average impacting trade and investments in the region, according to Pauline Ukwalu from the Shippers Council of …

Nearly half the requested funds (578 billion shillings) for the supplementary budget are earmarked for Dei Bio Pharma, a Ugandan pharmaceutical company struggling to keep its vaccine factory afloat. Dei …

Uganda’s budget process is facing a storm of criticism from economists who argue that the frequent use of supplementary budgets has become a chronic problem, fueled by “political indiscipline.” Previously, …

Uganda’s tax system is undergoing a digital revolution. The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), long plagued by cumbersome manual processes, is embracing technology to streamline tax collection and broaden its reach. …

The audited financial results of UMEME limited indicate an increase in the overall performance of the electricity distributor in the financial year 2022/2023 with revenues increasing by 16.4% to to …

Financial and investment experts say that the bond market is likely to guarantee good returns and investors should be looking forward to buying the upcoming treasury bond by the Bank …

Uganda’s plan to increase alcohol taxes by 20% could backfire, potentially reducing government revenue according to Uganda Breweries, the country’s largest brewer. They argue the tax hike would make legal …

The construction of a fish landing harbor in Kilwa Masoko on the Indian Ocean coastline in the Lindi region, which has reached 42 percent completion, opens another frontier of competition …

Inspecta  Africa, a leading provider of inspection, testing, and technical consultancy services in the oil and gas sector, showcased its expertise and commitment to innovation at the recent Oil and …

Districts have received their final allocation of road rehabilitation funds, but concerns remain about utilizing them before the fiscal year ends. PPDA’s Executive Director, Benson Turamye, downplays these concerns, highlighting …

The Uganda National Examination Board is seeking an additional Shs6.5 billion in its 2024/25 budget to cater to the provision of five daily meals, utilities, and basic health services for …

Economic experts are urging the Ugandan government to overhaul its tax policies, arguing the current system hinders economic growth and discourages participation. Professor Wasswa Balunywa, a former business school leader, …

The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has cautioned the business community about an ongoing extortion scheme perpetrated by individuals impersonating UNBS staff. The impostors have been preying on unsuspecting …

HQTS, a leading quality assurance service provider, partnered with the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) and the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) to host a workshop aimed at educating stakeholders …

Finance Minister Matia Kasaija attended the 2024 Islamic Development Bank Group Annual Meetings in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (27-30 April,2024) where he signed a financing agreement with the President of Islamic …

The Federation of the Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (F-SMEs) has raised concern about the low uptake of the Shs3 billion from the Islamic Development Bank meant for businesses and …

Procurement is on the frontline of driving sustainability at Mars Wrigley, chief procurement and sustainability officer Amanda Davies told said in a recent CIPS Futures podcast. Sustainability is a big …

Uganda’s oil and gas sector is experiencing significant growth, marked by numerous ongoing projects. In a move to safeguard the industry against substandard imports and guarantee the safety and reliability …

Overall, the project works are at 90 percent level of completion. The other pending work is expansion of Apron 1, which is at 95 percent level of completion. The project …

  Highlights of Guidelines on the Reservation Schemes to Promote the Participation of Local Providers & the Reservation Schemes to promote the participation of Registered Associations of Women, Youth, and …

In a landmark move towards fostering inclusivity and empowerment within Uganda’s public procurement landscape, the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) unveiled two ground-breaking guidelines. These guidelines, …

KAMPALA; Monday, March 4, 2024: The National Social Security Fund (NSSF), Uganda’s national savings scheme, has hit Ugshs 20 trillion in Assets Under Management (AUM), one and a half years …

SGS has been contracted by the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) for the provision of pre-export verification of conformity (PVoC) services for specialized oil and gas equipment and materials, starting …

TotalEnergies to Boost Ugandan Enterprise Development through Industry Enhancement Centre (IEC) Kampala, February 27, 2024 – TotalEnergies EP Uganda (TEPU) has today launched the Industry Enhancement Center (IEC), a sector-led initiative …

The National Planning Authority (NPA) Has Hosted Professor Jeffrey Sachs For Insights On The Priorities For The Upcoming Fourth National Development Plan (NDPIV) And On Mechanisms To Accelerate Uganda’s Attainment …

At the Golf Course Hotel in Kampala, hundreds of suppliers attended the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited half day supplier conference on 7 February 2024. The Minister of Energy was …

Cargo processed for Uganda at the Port of Mombasa dropped marginally last year but those headed to the Democratic Republic of Congo increased in the light cutthroat competition between regional …

Final negotiations for the financing and construction of Uganda’s USD 4 billion domestic refinery began this month after Alpha MBM Investments from the United Arab Emirates was chosen by the …

In a momentous assembly, the Rt. Hon. Prime Minister, Robbinah Nabbanja presided over the 3rd Integrated Transport Infrastructure and Services (ITIS) Programme Review Workshop, drawing together a distinguished and diverse array …

The President of the Republic of Uganda, H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, on 3rd November, commissioned the new NMS pharmaceutical warehouse and office complex located in Kajjansi, off Entebbe road. Over the …

Vivo Energy Uganda, the distributor and marketer of Shell-branded fuels and lubricants in Uganda, has embarked on a drive to encourage the adoption of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) also known …

UGANDA HOSTS THE 14TH EAST AFRICAN PROCUREMENT FORUM. The Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) on behalf of the Government of Uganda hosted the 14th East African Procurement Forum …

URC through funding from the Government of Uganda imported four 6yr refurbished locomotives from Grindrod South Africa. Grindrod rail business operates as a division of Grindrod Limited, a 110 years …

‘’Former Minister Herbert Kabafunzaki was in 2017 arrested together with two others at Kampala Serena Hotel for receiving a sh5 million bribe as partial payment for the sh15m they had …

As part of the reforms in public Procurement and Disposal management, PPDA in partnership with Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MoFPED) and the National Information Technology Authority of …

  Provide for the functions of the Authority and of the Board of Directors of the Authority; Provide for electronic records and communication Provide for the aggregation of procurement requirements …

Total E&P Uganda has signed five packages for drillings of oil wells in Nwoya and Bulisa districts under the Tilenga project. The approximately $2 billion deal will also provide for …

Operation Wealth Creation chief coordinator Gen Salim Saleh and Uganda Breweries Limited managing director Mr Alvin Mbugua shortly after signing an MoU in Nwoya District. The Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) …

A tomato farmer making harvest. Core inflation, which excludes movements in the food and energy sectors, decreased to 2.5 per cent down from 2.7 per cent in June. Food and …