Tadeo Kasumba in his coffee farm Agriculture remains the backbone of Uganda’s economy—employing 64% of the population and contributing up to 50% of the country’s exports. Yet, for many smallholder farmers, accessing affordable credit remains a persistent challenge. Traditional financial institutions often require collateral that rural farmers simply don’t have,
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A smart water meter in action, as displayed by MTN Uganda at the AfWASA convention Ugandans are set to gain greater control over their water bills and usage, thanks to the upcoming rollout of smart water meters by MTN Uganda. These advanced devices will provide households and businesses with real-time
Read MoreMinister Huda Abason (centre) with group chairman Guotorov (right) at the Abayita showroom The National Enterprise Corporation (NEC), the business arm of the UPDF, has, in conjunction with STREIT (U) Ltd, launched their first armoured vehicle showroom outside their Nakasongola factory. NEC-Streit, a joint venture between the two companies, was
Read MorePartners pose for a group photo with Young environment champions from Buganda Road PS Housing Finance Bank hosted an event to commemorate World Earth Day 2025 reaffirming its dedication to environmental sustainability with a bold pledge to plant 1 million trees by 2027. This long-term commitment is part of the
Read MoreA group photo of participants at the Kick-off Workshop for Feasibility Study for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Programme in Uganda in Uganda is committed to implementing of the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Programme in order to support the global environment protection cause. Fred K. Bamwesigye, the Director General at Uganda
Read MoreAfter miles of endurance, countless conversations, and firm determination, Joe Walker has completed yet another powerful road safety walk. His journey, supported by Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU), may have ended, but the mission to make Uganda’s roads safer is far from over. Every year, Uganda loses over 4,000 lives to
Read MoreJohn Mulimba, the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs (Regional Affairs) The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs (Regional Affairs), Hon. John Mulimba has revealed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will reduce the number of diplomatic missions abroad from the current 38 to about 15 according to a president
Read MoreCatherine Lamwaka, Chairperson Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is seeking over Shs38.9Bn to relocate Uganda’s Mission in Cairo to a new designated premise following administrative changes within the Egyptian Government that is seeking to establish a new administrative city by 2028. The revelation was made
Read MoreParliament has tasked the Ministry of Finance to explain the mysterious Shs653.4Bn that was included in the 2025/26 budget for the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, without detailed workplans on what the money is intended to do. The demand was made by Herbert Ariko, Chairperson, Committee on Environment and
Read MoreRoyco team and customers during the launch in Mbale Building on the momentum of successful launches across Uganda, Unilever Uganda today introduced the Royco Cube Ku String to the Eastern region with a vibrant activation at Bugwere Market in Mbale. This initiative underscores Unilever’s commitment to bringing innovation closer to
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