Uganda Poised for Rapid Export Growth Under AfCFTA
As Uganda continues to champion deeper regional and continental integration, a key message emerged during the recent International Buyers’ Week organized by PACIED. His Excellency Wamkele Mene, Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area, emphasized that AfCFTA is opening new possibilities for nations such as Uganda. According to
Benin Government Foils Coup Attempt by Rogue Soldiers
Benin’s Interior Minister, Alassane Seidou, announced on national television Sunday that a coup attempt launched by “a small faction of soldiers” had been defeated, calling on the population to continue their normal routines. According to Seidou, the Beninese Armed Forces and their commanders “remained true to their oath” and did
Cavendish’s Mutabanura Honoured with Top SMACK Award
Cavendish University Uganda is celebrating the recognition of its Executive Director, David Mutabanura, who has been named the 2025 winner of the SMACKOBA Distinguished Alumni Achiever Award. The honour celebrates not only his professional journey but also the strong influence of St. Mary’s College Kisubi on its former students. Mutabanura’s
Kagame, Tshisekedi sign pact to end decades of conflict
The President Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Felix Tshisekedi and the Rwanda Presiedent have signed an agreement to end decades of conflict, foster economic cooperation, and build a foundation for lasting peace. The Washington Accords reaffirm the parties’ commitment to implement the Peace Agreement between the DRC and Rwanda,
Court Defers Plea-Taking in Kizza Besigye Treason Case
The High Court in Kampala has deferred the plea-taking of jailed former presidential candidate Rt. Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye and his aide Hajji Obeid Lutale after their lawyers notified court that they had filed a constitutional petition challenging the impartiality of the trial. Court has set 22 December to determine
SBIL Graduates First Cohort of Women-Led Green Enterprises
The Stanbic Business Incubator Limited (SBIL) has successfully concluded training for Cohort one of the Green Businesses and Jobs for the Green Transformation Project, a flagship initiative aimed at empowering women-led enterprises advancing environmental sustainability. More than 32 women-led green enterprises pitched their transformative business plans, demonstrating how they intend
Elgon Expo to Boost Tourism and Environmental Conservation
The Elgon Expo & Convention is set to host the 10-day Explore Elgon Pamoja 2025 from December 4–14 at Mbale S.S in Mbale City, under the theme “Harnessing Our Heritage for a Thriving Future.” The event aims to promote tourism and accelerate socio-economic transformation in the Bugisu Subregion. Speaking to
Vodacom acquires US$2.1 billion stake in Safaricom
Vodacom Group has announced a landmark transaction that will significantly increase its ownership in Safaricom, reinforcing its commitment to the fast-growing East African markets of Kenya and Ethiopia. Under the terms of the deal, Vodacom has entered into an agreement with the Government of Kenya to acquire 15% of Safaricom
UN Condemns Escalating Repression Ahead of 2026 Elections
United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk has condemned the escalating crackdown on opposition groups and the media in Uganda ahead of next month’s general election. Türk urged Ugandan authorities to uphold human rights before, during, and after the vote, warning of a “disturbing pattern of repression.” “It
NUP Candidate Osbert Kato Defects to NRM, Clears Path for Tayebwa
The National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Osbert Kato has defected to the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). Kato had initially sought to contest the Ruhinda North parliamentary seat on the NUP ticket, where he would have challenged Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa. He was officially welcomed by President Yoweri Museveni at
