Bank of Uganda Hikes Rate by 2.25 Points as Inflation Is Set to Rise
Bank of Uganda has raised its Central Bank Rate from 9.75% to 12% and now expects headline inflation of 7.0% to 7.5% over the next year as the shilling weakens…
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Speaker Stops Charcoal Ban Enforcement Until Govt Explains
Ugandaโs Shilling Hits Shs3,920: What Is Driving the Dollar Surge?
Ugandaโs Treasury Bonds Auction Draws Shs 1.44 Trillion in Bids, Signaling Strong Investor Confidence
Museveni Calls on Europe to Boost Investment in Africa for Mutual Economic Growth
Katikkiro Mayiga Urges Busujju Youth to Embrace Coffee Farming with Hard Work
Uganda Had the Advantage, but Singapore Raced Ahead: Nyanzi Martin Luther on Nationโs Missed Opportunities
Kampala, Uganda โ Media entrepreneur Nyanzi Martin Luther has sparked a national conversation after pointing out the stark development gap between Uganda…
Nigeriaโs Economy Records Fastest Growth in Four Years on Rising Oil Output
Nigeriaโs economy expanded at its quickest rate in four years during the second quarter, fueled by a sharp…
Uganda Boosts Health Budget to Shs 5.87 Trillion for FY 2025/26 Amid Rising Health Demands
Uganda has significantly increased its health sector funding for the 2025/26 financial year, allocating Shs 5.87 trillionโmore than…
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Students Demand Government Action on Tax Waivers and Free Sanitary Pads
Students have urged the government to eliminate tax levies on private education institutions and expedite the…
Somalia joins as the 6th country to establish a Multi stakeholder Platform
Summary Somalia has taken a significant step forward in agricultural development by introducing its Multi-Stakeholder Platform…
Uganda Economic Report: Enhancing Healthcare Expenditure for Human Capital Development
Summary KAMPALA, Uganda, 27 June 2024 – The Ugandan economy continues to show robust growth despite…
Urban Refugees in Kampala Push for Economic Empowerment Through Microfinance
Summary: KAMPALA, (Examiner) – Urban refugees in Kampala are urging the government to expand economic empowerment…
Emyooga Initiative Empowers Bukedi Women as Economic Leaders
Summary: BUKEDI, (Examiner) – Women in Bukedi Region are overturning centuries-old norms, emerging as financial pillars…
Museveni preaches wealth creation, unity in faith at Namugongo Martyrโs Day
Summary: President Yoweri Museveni Monday praised Ugandan clerics, Christian and non-Christians, for fostering unity and ending…
URA Waives Penalties for Traders Not Using EFRIS
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) will waive penalties for traders who failed to issue e-receipts and…
Uganda’s Commercial Oil Production Set for Late 2025
Summary: KAMPALA, (Examiner) – The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) has reiterated that commercial oil production…
How Uganda’s Refugee Policy is Being Strained by the Influx from Sudan, the DRC, and South Sudan
Summary: KAMPALA, (Examiner) – Uganda has been receiving a growing number of Sudanese refugees, with over…
State House Initiative Boosts Buikwe Fishing Communities with Poultry Project
Summary: BUIKWE, (Examiner) – On May 16th, 2024, the State House, in collaboration with various partners,…
URA, Manufacturers to assess Digital Tax Stamp to eliminate loopholes
Summary: The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) and manufacturers are set to rethink the implementation of the…
Uganda named top investment spot in Africa as FDI hits $1.5Bn
Summary: Uganda has clinched the title of top investment destination in Africa, garnering acclaim at the…