Committee chairperson, Hon. James Kubeketerya (L) and Attorney General Kiryowa Kiwanuka consulting on some aspects of the Bill Parliament has passed the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Bill, 2024, which introduces significant reforms to Uganda’s vocational education sector. Among the most important provisions is the merger of
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URA Commissioner General, John Musinguzi. The Commissioner General of the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) will represent the East African region on the ATAF Council. John Musinguzi Rujoki was elected by the General Assembly at the annual general meeting that concluded last Friday in Kigali, Rwanda. The African Union Commission
Read MoreDouble Q Uganda Launches Next Generation Sinotruk Trucks, Redefining Efficiency and Performance
The HOWO-MAX costs US$ 72, 000 Double Q Uganda, the authorized distributor of Sinotruk vehicles in Uganda, is proud to announce the unveiling of the newest Sinotruk models in the market. The latest additions to the Sinotruk family include the Howo Max Tractor Truck 6x4, Howo NX 10x4 Cargo
Read MoreHow a dfcu Bank GROW Loan Transformed Hoima Farmer’s Business & Livelihood
Ruth Ajuna has been able to finish her rental units thanks to dfcu GROW loan Ruth Ajuna is living proof of how determination and access to the right financial support can transform lives. A farmer and entrepreneur from Hoima District, Ruth has cultivated a thriving business in sugarcane, coffee, and lentils
Read MoreStanChart’s Move To Exit Retail Banking: Is Uganda’s Banking Sector Too Small To Accommodate 25 Banks?
Sanjay Rughani, the Managing Director at Standard Chartered Bank Uganda Standard Chartered PLC, the parent company of Standard Chartered (StanChart) Bank Uganda announced a set of actions to concentrate resources where they “have the most distinctive client proposition, in order to better support our clients." Under this arrangement, the bank intends to
Read MoreMinister of Energy and Mineral Development, Hon. Dr. Canon Ruth Nankabirwa (with scissors), launches UECCC's Results-Based Financing/Price Subsidy (RBF) Programme as sector stakeholders look on. The Government of Uganda through Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and Energy Credit Capitalisation Company (UECCC) has officially launched its Results-Based Financing/Price Subsidy
Read MoreDeputy Governor, Bank of Uganda, Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego The Deputy Governor of the central bank, during the reading of the Monetary Policy Statement for December 2024, responded to questions concerning the recent claims of a hack into BoU's payment systems. In his response, the Deputy Governor, Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego
Read MoreMaad McCann’s exceptional creativity and innovation have earned global recognition, with the Advertising agency securing multiple wins at the prestigious Marketing World Awards, Luum Awards and Silverback Awards. Competing against leading agencies from across the world, Maad McCann’s campaigns stood out for their impactful execution, solidifying its position as a
Read MoreUMEAS 2024 official partners, Kevin Masaba of Radio City ,Allen Ampaire-Kampala Serena Hotel, Caroline Ampaire UBL,Joel Nabimanya-Roke Telkom,Sharon Kiggundu, Board member UMS, JohnPaul Okwi-Evolve Marketing Council Chairman The Uganda Marketing Excellence Awards (UMEAS) have announced this year’s finalists that will tussle for the gold standard of Marketing, at the fourth
Read MoreThe leadership of MLAU in a group photo Legitimate money Lenders have urged the government to closely monitor lending business during the Christmas season while re-opening dialogue on lending rates. Through the Money Lenders Association of Uganda (MLAU), comprising of legitimate and ethical money lenders registered with the Uganda Microfinance Regulatory Authority (UMRA), the
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