Court Extends Agasirwe’s Stay in Prison Over Absence of Committal Papers
Former Police Special Operations Commander Nixon Agasirwe has been further remanded to Luzira Prison following the prosecution’s failure to produce committal papers in court. Agasirwe was arrested in May in connection with the 2015 assassination of Senior Principal State Attorney Joan Kagezi, a case that had long stalled but is
Parliament Refutes Shs 1.6B payment to Commissioners
Parliament has refuted claims by the Leader of the Opposition (LoP), Joel Ssenyonyi, that Parliamentary Commissioners received a second service award of Shs 400 million each, in addition to an earlier payout. The alleged commissioners include Solomon Silwany, Esther Afoyochan, Prossy Akampulira Mbabazi, and Mathias Mpuuga. “I have been reliably
UN Women,Partners Inaugurate the Rwenzori Sub-Region ICT Hub to Empower Girls in Technology
UN Women, in partnership with the African Union Commission (AUC), the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), and the Government of Uganda, has inaugurated a new African Girls Can Code Initiative (AGCCI) ICT Hub at Kyebambe Girls’ Secondary School in Fort Portal, marking a major step in advancing digital inclusion for young
When Strategy Becomes a Shared Conversation
By Jackie Takahanizibwa In many organizations, strategy is often a top-down directive. However, when leaders across markets and functions engage in open dialogue, strategy evolves into a culture of collaboration, shared purpose, and collective ownership. For multinational companies, strategy must be dynamic—connecting diverse teams and leadership styles. When more voices
Afreximbank Calls for Stronger Trade Finance Capabilities to Accelerate Inclusive Growth Across Africa
At the opening of the 25th Afreximbank Trade Finance Seminar (ATFS) in Abidjan,Gwen Mwaba, Managing Director for Trade Finance and Correspondent Banking at Afreximbank, called for stronger trade finance capabilities and deeper collaboration among African financial institutions to accelerate inclusive and sustainable growth across the continent. “Africa is richly endowed
Local Leaders Praise Stanbic Bank for Empowering Women
Local leaders in the Karamoja sub-region have commended Stanbic Bank Uganda for its ongoing investment and inclusive banking agenda, which continues to empower women, youth, and farmers through affordable credit, digital inclusion, and community partnerships. The leaders made the remarks during the official opening of Stanbic’s newly relocated Moroto Branch,
dfcu Bank Strengthens Commitment to Women in Business at AWE Event
dfcu Bank joined MTN Uganda and partners at the Advancing Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Accelerator Programme event; the HER Power Tee — held at Entebbe Golf Club, to celebrate progress in women’s economic empowerment and supplier diversity. The event marked a major milestone in Uganda’s journey toward inclusive business growth, spotlighting women entrepreneurs making
Uganda wins Prestigious Tourism Award at Swiss International Holiday Expo
In a major win for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Economic and Commercial Diplomacy Program, Uganda has, in her premier flagship appearance at the Swiss International Holiday Expo (SIHE), won the prestigious Swiss Tourism Excellence Award 2025 in the “Natural Paradise” category at a glamorous gala evening to mark the
aBi Finance, UIBFS launch Sustainable Finance Curriculum to boost Uganda’s financial sector
Uganda’s financial sector has been strengthened, after Tuesday’s launch of the Sustainable Finance Curriculum at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel. The Sustainable Finance Curriculum is the first comprehensive national framework designed to equip financial professionals, institutions, and stakeholders with the knowledge and practical tools required to integrate sustainability into Uganda’s financial
PM Nabbanja Directs Hamis to Expand Nakivubo Channel Culverts to Prevent Flooding
PM Nabbanja Directs Hamis to Expand Nakivubo Channel Culverts to Prevent Flooding Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has directed city businessman Hamis Kiggundu to create additional space for culverts in the Nakivubo Channel to improve water flow and prevent future flooding. The directive follows recent floods along the channel, which damaged
