The Dilemma of Migrant Worker Representation in Uganda: Challenges and Structural Conflicts
By Kayonde Abdallah Ugandan migrant workers, who often leave their home country in search of better economic opportunities, face a troubling paradox. While the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development (MoGLSD) and recruitment agencies claim to regulate and protect their rights, these same entities are frequently accused of perpetuating
Museveni Visits South Sudan Amid Kiir-Machar Political Wrangles
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has arrived in South Sudan for a meeting with South Sudanese President Salva Kiir Mayardit. Museveni’s visit comes in response to an invitation from President Kiir. “I have arrived in South Sudan at the invitation of His Excellency Salva Kiir Mayardit. I look forward to our
African Oil Giants Advance IPO Plans to Attract Investment
In a bid to bolster investment and competitiveness within Africa’s oil and gas sector, national oil companies (NOCs) in Nigeria and Angola are progressing with long-anticipated initial public offerings (IPOs). These IPOs are poised to attract significant global investment, providing much-needed capital to enhance production capabilities, improve infrastructure and foster
Private sector performance continues to improve in March
Strong demand conditions drove growth in input buying, as firms stocked up amid anticipation of more upturns in activity later in the year, slightly lifting the monthly Stanbic Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI). The headline Stanbic PMI rose to 52.9 during March, up from 52.6 in February. The latest data indicated
Sexual Violence in the Urban Informal Sector: Are Existing Laws Failing Women?
When we talk about sexual violence in the workplace, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? A boss assaulting their employee? A colleague harassing a fellow worker? But have you ever thought about the harassment that market vendors, street hawkers, female conductors, and other women in the informal sector
Absa Bank Uganda appoints Keith Kalyegira as Board Chairperson
Absa Uganda’s Board of Directors has appointed of Keith Kalyegira as the new Chairman of the Board, effective 1 March 2025. Keith is a highly respected and seasoned advisor on strategy, investments, and capital markets, with a wealth of experience cutting across both the public and private sectors. Keith previously
Mezo Noir reopens after mysterious death of Martha Ahumuza Murari
Mezo Noir, a popular hangout place in Kololo, has reopened barely ten days after closure. The Closure followed mysterious death of Martha Ahumuza Murari. Ahumuza, a recent graduate of Isbat University, reportedly collapsed in the manager’s office at Mezo Noir, a nightclub in Kololo. She was rushed to the ICU
Court Orders Black-Market Records to Pay Shs 130 million to Bruno K for Copyright Infringement
The Commercial division of High Court has ordered Black-Market Records to pay Shs 130 million to singer Kiggundu Bruno, popularly known as Bruno K, for copyright infringement and fraud. In 2022, Bruno K sued Black Market Records Entertainment-SMC LTD, Singleton Cedric Lychern, Kisame Shadrack Shagaf, and Black-Market Media LLC T
MTN Uganda joins Autism awareness walk in Kampala, reaffirms commitment to inclusion
MTN Uganda participated in the World Autism Awareness Day commemoration today, joining the Autism Society of Uganda and other stakeholders in a solidarity walk in Kampala aimed at raising awareness and advocating for inclusivity. The event underscored the importance of policy support, access to specialized services, and increased societal awareness
URA to Collect Record Revenue as Budget Allocation Rises
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has been tasked with collecting over Shs 36.71 trillion in the 2025/26 financial year to finance government activities. This target surpasses the Shs 31.369 trillion set for the current financial year, 2024/25. The announcement was made by Henry Musasizi, Minister of State for Finance, during
