By Dr. Fred Kabagambe-Kaliisa “Uganda’s oil and gas story is still being written. But it cannot be told in full without recognising the leadership that turned forgotten potential into an opportunity for generations.” Veteran Ugandan journalist Mr. Tonny Owana recently shared a 1980 article by Ilakut Ben Bella, first published
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Uganda’s total national debt reached USD 32.33 billion (about UGX 116.21 trillion) at the close of the 2024/25 financial year, up from USD 25.63 billion (UGX 94.72 trillion) at the end of June 2024. According to the Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development, the debt stands at 51.3 percent
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By Sharon Kyatusiimire Last week, we took a big step toward a dream I’ve been carrying for years: establishing a dedicated organization to ensure that women’s voices are heard and included in decision-making. Many celebrated this milestone with us, and we are grateful for the encouragement. A few colleagues, however,
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Overcrowding in secondary schools is threatening the successful rollout of Uganda’s revised Ordinary Level (O-Level) curriculum/ Courtesy photo A new survey by the Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC) shows that severe overcrowding in secondary schools is threatening the successful rollout of Uganda’s revised Ordinary Level (O-Level) curriculum. Education experts recommend
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Christopher Legilisho, Economist at Stanbic Bank Ugandan companies registered a further expansion in business activity midway through the third quarter, extending the current sequence of growth to seven months as the headline Stanbic Bank Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) remained above the positive threshold mark of 50.0. At 53.3 during August,
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Muwanga Kivumbi presented the PAC report during the plenary sitting chaired by Speaker Anita Among on Tuesday, 09 September 2025. The Committee on Public Accounts (Central Government) has drawn the attention of legislators to exaggerated costs of government-funded infrastructure projects. In its report on the Auditor General’s findings for the
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By Annette Kiconco, Chief Retail Banking Officer, dfcu Bank In November 2023, Tech Cabal, a leading ICT online news website, published a story with the headline: “USSD remains Africa’s most popular payment channel despite growing alternatives.” The article’s opening line read: “Despite the growth of many payment channels such as
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Karim Katende, Marketing Manager at Faras Uganda In a nation grappling with persistent youth unemployment, the emergence of digitally-driven economic models offer a beacon of hope. Faras Uganda, a prominent ride-hailing firm with head offices at Bakuli – Mengo, Kampala, is rapidly distinguishing itself as a significant force in this
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By Adja Boudy Kante My name is Adja Boudy Kanté. I am 32 years old, a mother, and a proud young entrepreneur from Senegal. I grew up in Guediawaye, just outside Dakar, and I have dedicated my life to creating nutritious, healthy products from local cereals, products that heal, empower,
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With every shilling carrying more weight for households, Ugandan shoppers are becoming more selective, seeking value, convenience, and rewarding experiences. This shift is forcing retailers to rethink their strategies and respond not only with competitive prices but with loyalty programs, personalized offers, and innovations that enhance the shopping experience. Competition
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