The Central and Western regions are the largest beneficiaries of the Agricultural Credit Facility(ACF) loans, the Bank of Uganda (BoU), has revealed. Launched in 2009, the ACF aims to promote value addition in the agricultural sector by providing affordable medium- and long-term loans. “The ACF has achieved significant success, with cumulative
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UCAA team conducting fire drills in a previous operation/UCAA photo Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) is set to conduct routine night hot fire drills at at Entebbe International Airport from from March 18-21, 2024. “UCAA notifies the public that the Authority will conduct routine night hot fire drills from March 18-21 at
Read MoreKerry officials during the opening of the manufacturing facility Kerry, a world leader in taste and nutrition, is expanding its footprint in East Africa with the opening of a factory in Uganda to support local food and beverage manufacturers. Located in Mukabya Road, Kampala, the 1,000m2 facility will expand Kerry’s capacity
Read MoreThe United States Embassy in Kenya has advised its citizens to be aware of an increase in crime in residential areas in Nairobi County. In a security alert posted on the embassy's website on Friday, the US told its citizens to be cautious while walking the estate streets even as
Read MoreThe regional bank, Equity Group beat its African peers to emerge the strongest banking brand on the continent and second in the world, according to the 2024 Brand Finance rankings. Globally, there were two other African brands, First National Bank and Kenya Commercial Bank, in the top five, alongside Romanian
Read MoreKeynote speaker Amelia Kyambadde addressing the guests at the launch. Johnnie Walker Uganda has officially launched a new groundbreaking mentorship program dubbed ‘She Walks’. Crafted exclusively for women, this campaign aims to amplify stories of resilience, purpose, and progress, inspiring women to navigate their paths with confidence in a world still
Read MoreLoading cargo at the Kisumu International Airport. FILE PHOTO | NMG Uganda remained the largest market for Kenyan goods in 2023, with earnings crossing the KSh100 billion (UShs2.89 trillion) mark for the first time, according to data collated by the Central Bank of Kenya. Traders earned KSh127.24 billion from orders
Read MoreURA Commissioner General, John R. Musinguzi President Yoweri Museveni has reappointed John R. Musinguzi as the Commissioner General of Uganda Revenue Authority after impressive performance in the last four years. Musinguzi was first appointed URA CG in March 2020. He replaced Doris Akol, who had done a commendable job as URA Commissioner
Read MoreGov’t to Spend Shs35bn On Registration Of Coffee Farmers As Uganda Takes Action To Comply With EUDR Requirements
Dr Emmanuel Iyamulemye, the UCDA Managing Director The Government of Uganda is committed to register all coffee farmers and have the National Traceability System in place so as to comply with the European Union Regulations on deforestation-free products (EUDR), Dr Emmanuel Iyamulemye, the Managing Director at Uganda Coffee Development Authority
Read MorePublic Consultations on Anti-Counterfeit Goods Bill Kick-off In Move To Protect Legitimate Businesses
Asuman Basalirwa, the mover of the Anti Counterfeit Goods Bill (ACGB) 2023 The Parliament of Uganda through the Mover of the Private Member's Anti Counterfeit Goods Bill (ACGB) 2023, Asuman Basalirwa (MP Bugiri) and Ebwalu Jonathan (MP Soroti City West/ Seconder) have started public consultations in respect of the said
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