Uganda-Nigeria Business Forum Seeks to Unlock New Trade and Investment Opportunities
Uganda and Nigeria are set to deepen economic ties as business leaders, investors and policymakers from the two countries converge in Kampala next week for the Uganda-Nigeria Business Forum and Exhibition 2026, aimed at unlocking new trade, investment and market opportunities between East and West Africa. The two-day forum, scheduled
How Stanbic made Uganda home 35 years ago
It is 1991. Kampala Road is paved with tarmac. The buildings lining both sides of the road are mostly single-story structures, housing modest businesses such as video libraries, black-and-white photo studios, hairdressing salons, and even dairy shops. On one side of this road – where Mapeera House and Kampala Boulevard
Inside ‘Stay Switched On’ Campaign to Strengthen Fight Against Cyber Fraud
Stanbic Bank Uganda has launched ‘Stay Switched On’, a new anti-fraud awareness campaign aimed at equipping customers with the knowledge and tools needed to protect themselves against the growing threat of digital and cyber-enabled financial fraud. The cases nearly doubled from 245 in 2023 to 474 in 2024. The cases
Equity Bank ordered to pay Shs 200m over loan deal
The Commercial Division of the High Court has ordered Equity Bank to pay Shs 200 million to Gombe Educational Services Limited for breach of a loan facility agreement. On November 8, 2019, Gombe Educational Services Limited requested a combined facility of Shs18.5 billion from Equity Bank (U) Ltd. Equity Bank commenced
Govt suspends special land titles over fraud fears
The government has suspended the routine issuance of Special Certificates of Title for three months amid growing concerns over double titling, fraudulent declarations and manipulation of land transactions. The temporary halt, announced by Lands, Housing and Urban Development minister Judith Nabakooba at the Uganda Media Centre on Wednesday, is intended
Govt defers new mineral licences for one month
The government has suspended the issuance of new mineral rights, licences and permits for one month as it undertakes a review of the country’s mineral licensing system and moves to address illegal mining. Energy and Mineral Development minister Dr Monica Musenero Masanza announced the deferment at a press conference at
Uganda Breweries loses Shs1.59bn case against Seroy Airport Hotel
The Court of Appeal has upheld a multibillion-shilling award against Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) after finding that the brewer unlawfully terminated its distributorship agreement with Seroy Airport Hotel Limited. The appellate court dismissed UBL’s appeal and allowed Seroy’s cross-appeal, leaving the company with an award exceeding Shs1.59 billion in damages,
Standard Chartered gives Shs186m to boost Ebola prevention
Standard Chartered Bank Uganda has donated Shs186 million to Save the Children International Uganda to support Ebola prevention, community awareness and preparedness following Uganda’s declaration as Ebola-free. The $50,000 contribution will support efforts targeting children, families and frontline communities, with a focus on preventing a resurgence of the disease and
Tyrese Gibson lands in Uganda to boost coffee tourism
American Hollywood star and singer Tyrese Gibson has landed in Uganda for a three-day visit aimed at promoting the country’s coffee tourism, culture and investment opportunities. Gibson, best known for his role in the Fast & Furious film franchise, is in the country at the invitation of the Government of
Court orders URA to pay Shs 600m over tax dispute
The High Court has ordered the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) to pay Shs600 million to 10 companies over the illegal detention of their agricultural produce and failure to comply with a court order on withholding tax. Justice Susan Odongo ordered URA to pay Shs50 million in general damages to each
