Emmy Hashakimana appointed General Manager Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda
Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) has appointed Emmy Hashakimana as its new General Manager following a distinguished term as the Commercial Director at Uganda Breweries. He boasts a strong career foundation with Unilever and Diageo, having joined Uganda Breweries in 2012 as Head of Customer Marketing. He progressed through several leadership
Empowering Youth to Shape Tomorrow: A Season of Sustainability, Skills, and Self-Reliance
Beyond delivering exceptional building solutions, sustainable community empowerment remains a core mission of Uganda Baati Limited. Our social development impact function Safal Uganda Baati Foundation, continues to sustainably investment in Uganda’s youth prioritizing intentional vocational and life skills development, which can connect them to meaningful social life opportunities, shaping a
2026 Elections: Students, Boda-Boda Rider Among 51 Aspirants as Presidential Race Kicks Off
Uganda’s political engines are revving—and fast. Just hours after the Electoral Commission (EC) opened the gates for presidential nominations, 51 hopefuls had already thrown their hats into the ring, marking the busiest first day in the country’s electoral history. Among those stepping forward are six women, 45 men and an
Over 9 Million Ugandans register for National IDs
In a striking display of public engagement, the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has registered over 9.1 million Ugandans in just two months—an achievement that signals both urgency and awareness among citizens about the importance of national identification. The figures, shared by NIRA Registrar Claire Ollama during a weekly
MTN Posts Shs 1.7 Trillion in Half-Year Revenue
MTN Uganda has reported Shs 1.7 trillion in total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2025, reflecting solid growth in both data and fintech services, supported by ongoing investment in digital infrastructure and customer experience. The company’s financial results show a 31.3% increase in data revenue to Shs
Former Minister Mary Karoro Okurut Passes On
The former minister and District Woman MP for Bushenyi district Mary Busingye Karoro Okurut has passed away. Her death was announced by Margaret Muhanga, State Minister for Primary Healthcare. “With so much pain, grief and sorrow, I announce the death of my ‘bosom buddy’ Mary Karoro Okurut. My literature teacher,
Uganda Cranes tops the table, walks a way with more 1.2 Billion
Uganda climbed to the top of Group C with a controlled 2–0 victory over Niger at Nelson Mandela National Stadium on Monday night, securing back-to-back CHAN wins for the first time in their history and tightening their grip on a quarter-final place. Allan Okello put the hosts in front
Simba Telecom to buy M1 stake from Keppel for US$1.11 billion
Manager Keppel said on Monday (Aug 11) it will sell M1’s telecom operations to operator Simba Telecom for an enterprise value of S$1.43 billion (US$1.11 billion). Keppel will receive S$1 billion in cash proceeds for its 83.9 per cent stake in its subsidiary M1 Limited. It will retain the fast-growing
Sold Out: Executives Flock to Kampala for Groundbreaking Personal Branding Masterclass
The Personal Branding Masterclass for Executives, hosted by award-winning Public Relations strategist and personal branding researcher Lyn Tukei, brought together 120 senior professionals, executives, and leaders from across sectors for a sold-out half-day immersion at the Protea Skyz Hotel, Naguru. The event, themed “Building a Personal Brand That Works as Hard
Uganda set for CHAN’s make-or-break night at Nambole
On Monday night in Kampala, the Mandela National Stadium will become more than a venue — it will be a stage where two nations fight to keep their TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) dreams alive. Uganda, fuelled by the roar of their home crowd, will face Niger in a Group
