Airtel, Buganda renew Masaza Cup partnership to drive youth empowerment
Airtel Uganda has renewed its partnership with the Buganda Kingdom for the 22nd edition of the Airtel Masaza Cup, reaffirming a long-standing collaboration centred on youth empowerment, community mobilisation and sports development. Launched in Kampala on June 10, the tournament remains one of the most prominent cultural and sporting events
Stanbic shareholders hail Karuhanga as he steps into regional role
At Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited’s (SUHL) 20th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at Serena Kampala Hotel, shareholders momentarily set aside routine corporate proceedings to recognise the stewardship of outgoing chief executive Francis Karuhanga, whose tenure is now culminating in a transition to regional leadership within Standard Bank Group. The acknowledgement
Audit ordered into Shs 231bn veterans fund as accountability questions resurface
President Yoweri Museveni has ordered an audit into more than Shs 231 billion disbursed to veterans of Uganda’s 1981–1986 liberation struggle, in a move that brings renewed focus to long-standing concerns over the management of funds intended to support former fighters. The directive, issued during the 37th Heroes’ Day celebrations
Uganda turns to regional trade fairs to boost tourism visibility
Uganda is increasingly turning to regional tourism expos as part of a broader strategy to strengthen its “Pearl of Africa” brand and expand its share of the global travel market. The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) used the Karibu-Kilifair 2026 expo in Tanzania to position the country as a competitive destination,
Alupo breaks silence on detained MP Etilu, assures imminent release
Vice President Jessica Alupo has confirmed that Amuria District Woman Member of Parliament Margaret Etilu is in police detention, days after her reported arrest under unclear circumstances triggered concern among legislators. Etilu, an NRM legislator, was reportedly picked up on May 23, 2026, from the residence of Speaker Anita Among,
Museveni pushes fast-track of East African common currency amid trade concerns
President Yoweri Museveni has renewed calls for the fast-tracking of the East African Community (EAC) monetary union, warning that continued delays risk undermining trade and weakening confidence in the bloc’s long-promised economic integration. During a meeting with EAC Secretary-General Stephen Patrick Mbundi at State Lodge Nakasero, Museveni cast the proposed
dfcu, UTGA push climate resilience through tree growing initiative
As Uganda grapples with the growing impact of climate change, financial institutions and sector players are increasingly turning to practical, community-driven solutions to build resilience and sustain livelihoods. dfcu Bank, through its dfcu Foundation, in partnership with the Uganda Timber Growers Association (UTGA), marked World Environment Day with a tree
Uganda commits Shs 460bn deposit in Boeing aircraft deal
Uganda is set to sign an agreement with US aircraft manufacturer Boeing for the acquisition of four planes to support long-haul travel, in a move aimed at expanding the national carrier’s international network. The signing is expected to take place today at State House Entebbe, following a series of engagements
Stakeholders push for overhaul of extension services as agro-processing stalls in Acholi
Despite the promise of agriculture as the backbone of Acholi’s economic recovery, stakeholders now say weak extension services, underutilised agro-processing facilities and poor coordination among key actors are holding the region back from fully commercialising its potential. Meeting in Gulu City for a two-day stakeholders’ workshop at Bomah Hotel, representatives
Museveni flags off $72m Kidepo airport project in Karamoja
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has launched construction works for Kidepo International Airport in Karenga district, in a move aimed at positioning the Karamoja sub-region as a key destination for tourism, trade and investment. The project, funded by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the United Arab Emirates, is
