A new name, a renewed promise: ‘Service Beyond Expectation’ continues under a new global identity. First Insurance Company Limited (FICO), Uganda’s pioneering insurance company, has announced its transformation into Mirai General Insurance. The launch event, held at Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Kampala, last Friday was a vibrant affair,
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The Display of the National Voters Register exercise is scheduled to close on Thursday 15th May 2025 as Uganda gears up for the 2025-2026 General Elections. If you are still not sure about your particulars and where you’re registered to vote, use Electoral Commission’s online portal to confirm your polling station
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The Ugandan delegation in Istanbul Uganda has once again made its mark at COFFEX Istanbul, Türkiye’s premier specialty coffee expo, showcasing its world-class Arabica and Robusta coffee to a diverse audience of coffee enthusiasts, industry professionals, roasters, and policymakers. As the event enters its 7th edition, Uganda's presence reaffirms its
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Legendary saxophonists Kirk Whalum and Isaiah Katumwa headlined the inaugural dfcu Jazz in the Pearl Festival An unforgettable night of music, elegance, and soul swept through the Kampala Serena Hotel as legendary saxophonists Kirk Whalum and Isaiah Katumwa headlined the inaugural dfcu Jazz in the Pearl Festival on Saturday, May
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Kenya and other neighbouring countries import a lot of maize from Uganda Ugandan Manufacturers Association (UMA) is calling for the total ban of export of unprocessed grains such as maize sunflower, soyabean and wheat. While interacting with Parliament’s Finance Committee on the External Trade Amendment Bill 2025 recently, John Tusabe, a
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The Display of the National Voters Register exercise is scheduled to end on Thursday 15th May 2025 as Uganda gears up for the 2025-2026 General Elections. The exercise which started on 25th April 2025 is being conducted by the Electoral Commission countrywide in preparation for the 2025-2026 General Elections, and
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Kirk Whalum and Isaiah Katumwa pose for a photo with dfcu Managing Director, Charles Mudiwa (Centre) The serene rooftop terrace of dfcu Bank's headquarters in Nakasero came alive today with the sounds of anticipation and excitement, as jazz lovers, media personalities, and culture aficionados gathered for a press conference ahead
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Muwanga Kivumbi chairs the Public Accounts Committee (PAC - Central Government) on Wednesday 7 May 2025 The Public Accounts Committee (PAC - Central Government) has directed the Office of the President to provide a detailed breakdown of Shs5 billion spent on the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit. The directive was issued
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I&M Bank CEO Robin Bairstow (middle) with staff during the internal launch of the I&M Bank Mastercard in 2023 I&M Bank Uganda and Kenya Airways have announced a special discount for customers on international tickets. Customers can now enjoy up to 15% off international flights (worldwide) to select destinations when
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Overall winner Mbale secondary school was crowned champions. Bweranyangi girls secondary school and Kitante Hill Secondary School emerged as 1st and 2nd runner ups respectively. The 2025 NIRA Schools Debate, a dynamic two-day inter-school competition, successfully concluded on May 6, 2025 at Kitante Hill School in Kampala, leaving a
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