More than a bottler: CCBU’s 25 years of growing together with Uganda
By Emmy Hashakimana On 3 April 2025, Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) celebrates 25 years of refreshing Uganda. This milestone is a moment of pride and gratitude as we reflect on our journey and how deeply it is woven into the fabric of the country we call home. When CCBU, a
How Uganda’s economy can withstand global turmoil
By Bethuel Karanja From Washington to Beijing, the global economic weather is turning unpredictable. Trade rules that once anchored international commerce are fraying under the strain of protectionism, geopolitical rivalry and economic nationalism. For a small, open economy like Uganda’s deeply plugged into global commodity markets, capital flows and donor
Why Many Africans Seek Care Only When They Are Unwell and the Cost of Waiting
By Sheila Aboth Across many African contexts, healthcare is still largely sought only when illness becomes unavoidable. This behaviour is often misinterpreted as negligence or lack of awareness, yet it more accurately reflects deep-rooted challenges of access and resources. According to Health Policy Watch, only about 48% of Africans have
Embracing ESG Signals A New Era For Corporate Responsibility
By Dillan Ambrose Masengere Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is quickly becoming a business priority in Uganda rather than a compliance formality. Recent industry findings show that over 90% of Ugandan companies plan to align with emerging ESG standards, while nearly 80% believe sustainability strengthens long-term shareholder value. This signals
Gold as a weapon of war
By Harold James Countries have historically turned to gold in periods of instability, and today’s environment is no different Since the start of 2026, the price of gold has climbed by more than 22%, reaching above $5,000 per troy ounce for the first time. Unpredictable US policy-making and a weakening
Beyond the Numbers: Tackling Teacher Absenteeism Through Smart Support, Not Blame in 2026
By Sserunjogi Ivan In 2025, reports emerged that Namutumba District faced high teacher absenteeism and alleged recruitment of incompetent teachers. Such reports alarm the public, suggesting a collapse in teacher accountability as the 2026 academic year begins. Yet, as with many education debates in Uganda, the reality is far more
What the 2026 Elections Mean for Bobi Wine and NUP
By Dedan Kimathi By far, the most contentious elections are now behind us. Those that remain, particularly the LC V and Youth MP polls, though meaningful in other countries, are largely ceremonial in this part of the world. As we speak, winners of various constituency seats are immersed in celebrations,
Why Maduro’s arrest should alarm African States
By Dedan Kimathi Thirty-five years after the United States kidnapped or rather, extracted, Panama’s General Manuel Noriega in a daring raid to face drug-related charges, El Diablo (Satan), as many Spanish speaking leftist leaders have long branded the self-appointed Policeman of the World, has returned, bigger and brasher, to South America’s political theatre. This
UCC Clarifies Starlink and Airtel Africa Partnership
By Nyombi Thembo Recent public comments attributed to me have given the impression that Starlink is to launch direct-to-consumer services in Uganda this week, in partnership with Airtel Uganda. While this interpretation is understandable due to the excitement around satellite technology, it is not accurate. Therefore, it is important to
Al-Aqsa Flood: political will rooted in steadfastness
The centrality of Al-Aqsa Masjid Operation Al-Aqsa Flood, with the centrality of Al-Aqsa Masjid, is an original historic epic written by Gazans with their blood, flesh, and bones. The Gaza war brought out the opposites of Zionist military aggression and the social cohesion of Gazans – in spite of the
