Government, Heifer Renew Commitment to Transform Uganda’s Agriculture
The government and Heifer International have renewed their commitment to working together to transform Uganda’s agriculture from predominantly subsistence production into a modern, commercially oriented and climate-resilient sector. The commitment was reaffirmed during the Heifer International Uganda Signature Programme Forum 2026, where government officials and agricultural stakeholders called for stronger
Court orders Bitature to pay Finicon Shs 1.9bn over consultancy fees
The High Court has ordered businessman Patrick Bitature to pay Finicon (U) Limited Shs 1.9 billion for consultancy services provided for two construction projects in Kampala. The court found that Finicon performed its obligations under contracts entered into with Bitature in 2012, but was not fully paid for the services
Old Mutual adds motor insurance benefit to unit trusts
Old Mutual Uganda has introduced a motor comprehensive insurance benefit for Unit Trust customers, expanding its financial wellness offering to combine investment with insurance protection. The new benefit builds on the company’s earlier integration of Unit Trusts with life insurance benefits and is aimed at providing customers with a broader
PRO Industries rejects payment claims, alleges attempts to manipulate weighbridge records
PRO Industries Pte Limited has rejected claims that it is withholding payments from a maize supplier, saying an internal review uncovered discrepancies and inflated figures in the supplier’s account. The company said the dispute escalated on August 13, 2026, when a protest was staged outside its facility in Ndibuluungi, Butuntumula
Minister Mukalazi hails Modern Laminates for driving sustainable manufacturing
State Minister for Privatisation and Investment, Amina Mukalazi, has commended Modern Laminates Limited for promoting sustainable manufacturing, innovation and regional market expansion. Mukalazi made the remarks during a factory monitoring visit to MMP Industrial Park in Buikwe, where she assessed production capacity, employment opportunities, export potential and challenges affecting manufacturers.
Uganda shares oil quality model with Tanzania
Uganda is sharing its oil and gas quality assurance framework with Tanzania as the neighbouring country moves to strengthen standards governing equipment and services used in petroleum operations. The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), together with the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS), is hosting a delegation from Tanzania comprising
Shilling holds firm as dollar, pound face global pressure
The Uganda shilling remained relatively stable during the week as the local currency continued to draw support from improved dollar supply, while global markets weighed economic data against geopolitical tensions. The shilling traded around Shs 3,670/3,680 to the dollar during the week, compared to about Shs 3,645/3,655 previously, as demand
Spiro champions clean mobility ahead of Rwenzori Marathon
More than 200 riders of electric motorcycle company Spiro took to the streets of Kampala in a Green Boda Boda ride to mark the company’s partnership with the Rwenzori Marathon as the event’s official Green Mobility Partner for 2026. The partnership will see Spiro deploy electric motorcycles during the marathon
Modern Group hailed for contribution to Uganda’s economic growth
Modern Group of Companies, one of Uganda’s diversified business groups, has been hailed for its contribution to economic growth through investment, job creation and promotion of local production. The commendation was made by officials from during a strategic tour of Modern Group’s manufacturing plant in Jinja. The delegation was led
Shs 3.5bn maize debt sparks protest at PRO Industries in Luwero
More than 50 maize traders have pitched camp at PRO Industries Ltd in Luwero District, demanding payment of more than Shs3 billion owed to them for produce supplied to the company. The traders, who converged at the company’s premises in Ndibuluungi, Butuntumula Sub-county, have parked their trucks at the factory
