Gov’t Backs Coffee Value Addition at Africa Coffee Park
The Minister of State for Finance, Planning and Economic Development (General Duties), Henry Musasizi, has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to agro-industrialisation and coffee value addition in Uganda. Speaking during his visit to the Africa Coffee Park in Ntungamo, Musasizi assessed progress on construction works and evaluated the implementation of coffee
New Sovereignty Bill Draws Comparisons to Previous NGO Funding Measures
Parliament is under renewed scrutiny following the introduction of the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2025, legislation aimed at strengthening Uganda’s control over foreign influence and asserting national autonomy. Backed by members of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) Parliamentary Caucus, the bill seeks to ensure that foreign resources and activities
NCBA Reports Shs 660 Billion Profit, Announces Five-Year Growth Plan
NCBA Group PLC has posted a 7% increase in net profit to KES 23.4 billion (about UGX 660 billion) for the year ended 2025, driven by stronger asset growth, improved margins, and a surge in digital lending. The lender’s results show profit before tax grew 10.9% to KES 27.9 billion
Kabalye Police Training School Gets Solar Lighting Boost
Limited lighting has long been a challenge at the Police National Training School in Kabalye, affecting evening training sessions and posing security risks at Uganda’s largest police training facility. With thousands of recruits spread across the expansive campus, poor visibility after dark has constrained learning schedules and hindered effective supervision.
Mukono Skills Group Gets Shs 20m Equipment Boost Under Changemakers Initiative
A skills development group in Mukono District has received confectionery equipment worth Shs 20 million to enhance vocational training and boost community livelihoods. The support, which includes electric mixers and stainless-steel working tables, was extended to Nyenje Voice Saving Association to strengthen baking training and expand income-generating opportunities for its
UNBS Engages Paints and Varnishes Sector Regulatory Reform Initiative
The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has commenced a pivotal stakeholder engagement with players in the Paints and Varnishes sector, marking a significant step in the country’s transition toward a more progressive and globally aligned regulatory framework. The two-day engagement at Four Points by Sheraton, led by Andrew Othieno,
Standard Chartered Loses Bid to Recover Shs 100 Million
The Court of Appeal has dismissed an application by Standard Chartered Bank seeking to recover Shs 100 million from Wilfred Bugingo. The dispute stems from a 2017 appeal in which the bank challenged a High Court decision ordering it to pay Bugingo Shs 100 million in exemplary damages. However, the
Bunyoro University Gets Shs 50m Boost for Innovation and Skills Development
Bunyoro University has received a Shs 50 million boost from Stanbic Bank Uganda to support innovation and skills development through the establishment of an ICT hub. Stanbic Bank becomes the first private sector entity to support the operationalisation of the newly established university, with funding directed towards setting up an
“Justice Dies in Darkness” — Ssenyonyi Blasts Court Media Ban
There was commotion at Kawempe Chief Magistrate’s Court after the media was barred from using cameras and mobile phones during proceedings involving 21 supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP). The group includes NUP Deputy Spokesperson Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, Edward Ssebufu, also known as Eddie Mutwe, head of former presidential
Pearl Bank fuels Church of Uganda school inspections drive
Pearl Bank has strengthened efforts to improve education oversight by donating motorcycles to the Church of Uganda (COU) Education Directorate, easing transport challenges for inspectors serving hard-to-reach schools. The move is expected to enhance the mobility of Diocesan Education Inspectors (DEIs), enabling more frequent and effective monitoring of schools, particularly
