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Why a Free-Market Economy, a Free-Floating Currency and a Liberalized Capital Account Are the Right Choices for Uganda

BusinessFocus Reporter March 9, 20260

By Benoni Okwenje Uganda’s economic transformation over the last three decades has not been accidental. It has been driven by deliberate policy choices: market liberalization, exchange rate flexibility, and openness to capital flows. As Uganda advances toward middle-income status supported by oil production, regional integration, and financial sector deepening, the

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CCBU Unveils New 10-Litre Rwenzori Water Pack To Expand Access To Affordable, Trusted Hydration

BusinessFocus Reporter March 9, 20260

Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) has officially launched a new 10-litre bulk pack (pictured) under its Rwenzori Pure Natural Mineral Water portfolio further expanding access to affordable, safe and trusted hydration for Ugandans. The new 10L pack provides a convenient middle ground between smaller take-home packs and the larger 20L bottles,

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Gov’t To Dictate On How Ugandans Use Their Land As Law Regulating Land & Property Brokers In The Offing

BusinessFocus Reporter March 8, 20260

An over view of NSSF's housing units in Lubowa/Government is set to dictate on how Ugandans use their land Government through the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, has revealed that a law regulating land and property brokers in Uganda is in the offing. “The challenge of the brokers

Analysis & Opinions

The Tenfold Growth Strategy Paradox: Why Uganda’s Future Depends on Its Young Women

BusinessFocus Reporter March 8, 20260

By Electine Oyaga – Media and Communications Specialist at Digimark Uganda stands at a critical juncture, facing what can only be described as a tenfold growth strategy paradox to expand the country’s GDP from nearly US$ 50 billion (2023) to US$500 billion (2040). The policy makers have meticulously analyzed national

Analysis & Opinions Entrepreneurship

Why Financial Discipline is Justice for Women Entrepreneurs

BusinessFocus Reporter March 8, 20260

By Deborah A Maitum, Head of Human Resources, NCBA Bank Uganda As we observe Women’s Month, it is important to pause and celebrate the resilience, innovation, and determination of women who are shaping Uganda’s economic future. Across the country from market stalls and farms to classrooms, offices, and boardrooms women

Agribusiness Banking

dfcu Positions Agriculture as a Growth Engine Through Structured Financing and Enterprise Support

BusinessFocus Reporter March 7, 2026March 7, 20260

dfcu offers several agribusiness financing solutions including asset loans dfcu Bank reinforced its position as a leading financier of agribusiness at the Harvest Money Expo 2026, using the platform to spotlight tailored agricultural financing solutions, expanded capacity-building programmes and structured support for farmers, cooperatives and agribusiness enterprises across Uganda. Held

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Ugandan Health Workers Struggle With Exams While Upgrading to Diploma Programs

BusinessFocus Reporter March 7, 20260

The education minister, Janet Museveni releasing UHPAB results Many health workers in Uganda are going back to school to upgrade from certificates to diplomas, hoping for better pay and career growth. But recent results from the Uganda Health Professions Assessment Board (UHPAB) show diploma students are not performing as well

Banking

Gov’t Hails Stanbic for Providing Holistic Financial Solutions to Ugandans

BusinessFocus Reporter March 7, 20260

Mumba Kalifungwa, Stanbic Bank Chief Executive handing over a gift to Al-Haji Kaddunabbi Ibrahim Lubega, the Executive Director of the Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda (IRA) The Government has commended Stanbic Bank Uganda for delivering holistic financial solutions that are transforming lives and strengthening Uganda’s financial ecosystem. The praise was

International News

Uganda Airlines Acquires Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner From Ethiopian Airlines On A Wet-Lease

BusinessFocus Reporter March 6, 20260

Ethiopian Airlines' ET ASI Dreamliner to operate on Uganda Airline' long routes Uganda Airlines has arranged a short-term solution to resume its suspended long-distance flights with the arrival of a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, registered ET-ASI, from Ethiopian Airlines. The aircraft, scheduled to arrive this Thursday under an ACMI (Aircraft, Crew,

Banking Entrepreneurship

dfcu Brings Dutch & Ugandan Business Leaders Together To Strengthen Investment Cooperation

BusinessFocus Reporter March 6, 2026March 6, 20260

dfcu top executive officials in a group photo with NUTIP leaders Uganda’s expanding trade relationship with the Netherlands continues to create new opportunities for investment, agribusiness development, and cross-border commerce. Against this backdrop, dfcu hosted members of the Netherlands–Uganda Trade and Investment Platform (NUTIP), alongside representatives from the Embassy