David Wandera appointed Managing Director of Absa Bank Uganda
David Wandera has been appointed as Managing Director of Absa Bank Uganda effective 5 May 2025, following the necessary regulatory approval from the Bank of Uganda. David is an accomplished banker with over 20 years of diverse experience in business leadership, financial management, strategy and stakeholder engagement. Prior to this
Court Dismisses Terrorism, Treason Charges Against 36 FDC Members
The International Crimes Division of Uganda’s High Court has dismissed all charges of terrorism and treason against 36 members of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC). The group, arrested in Kenya and handed over to Ugandan authorities, had been accused of engaging in covert activities deemed subversive to Kenyan security
Voices for Health Calls for SRH Reforms in Ugandan Universities
Voices for Health and Development (Voices), a feminist, women-led organization, has called for urgent action to address Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) challenges across major universities in Uganda. The appeal came during a recent engagement with female students at Nkumba University. The event aimed to capture students’ lived experiences within
Bayobab Uganda Launches Strategic Fibre Optic Route Along Railway Line
Bayobab Uganda has launched its newest and shortest fibre optic route—the Uganda Railway National Long Distance (NLD) route—from Malaba to Kampala. Bayobab, a subsidiary of MTN Group and the Group’s digital infrastructure arm, is a leading force transforming connectivity across the East African Corridor. This strategic infrastructure initiative aligns with
aBi Finance Advances ESG Integration in Uganda’s Tier 4 Financial Institutions
aBi Finance is empowering Uganda’s leading microfinance institutions and SACCOs to integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into their operations through a targeted training program. Delivered in partnership with the Uganda Institute of Banking and Financial Services (UIBFS), the initiative aims to foster sustainable growth and promote responsible financial
Black Smoke Rises: No New Pope Chosen on First Day of Conclave
Cardinals have failed to agree on a new pope following the first round of voting in the highly secretive papal conclave. the conclave follows the death of Pope Francis. A total of 133 cardinal electors from around the world gathered beneath the iconic frescoes of the Sistine Chapel to participate
URA foils Kadama Smuggling Plot, Seizes Phone Screens, Laptops and Smartphones worth Shs 329.3 million
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) Enforcement team at Entebbe International Airport recently intercepted a significant consignment of smuggled mobile phone accessories valued at USD 90,000 (Shs 329.3 million). The seized items included 1,172 packets of button phone screens and 22,837 packets of LCD/LED phone screens. With the growing demand for
Poor or No Pay is the Major Enemy of a Journalist
By David Serumaga On Saturday, 3rd May 2025, journalists in Uganda joined their colleagues all over the world to commemorate World Press Freedom Day under the theme “Reporting in the Brave World – The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Press Freedom.” However, in places where the celebrations took place like
Bobi Wine: Eddie Mutwe is rotting away, he was forced to salute Museveni’s picture every day
The President of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has raised concerns over the deteriorating condition of his bodyguard Edward Ssebuufu, widely known as Eddie Mutwe, following what he describes as severe torture. Earlier this week, Mutwe was formally charged with aggravated robbery,
Locked in the Sistine Chapel: Cardinals Cast Secret Votes for a New Pope
As the conclave to elect the next pope looms, the world’s smallest country is engulfed in ritual and anticipation. One hundred thirty-three cardinal electors from around the globe are gathering beneath the god-breathed frescoes of the Sistine Chapel for one of the most secretive ballots in the modern world. Cut
