Uganda launches Okusevinga Money Market Trust Scheme to broaden investment access
The Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development [MoFPED], in partnership with the Bank of Uganda [BoU], has launched the pilot phase of the Okusevinga Money Market Unit Trust Scheme, a new government-backed initiative aimed at broadening access to safe and affordable investment opportunities. Okusevinga is the first government-owned unit
MTN Contributes Shs 50.55 billion towards UCC’s Universal Service and Access Fund
MTN Uganda has announced a contribution of approximately Shs 50.55 billion to the Uganda Communications Commission’s Universal Service and Access Fund (UCUSAF), marking the company’s largest annual contribution to date towards expanding telecommunication services in underserved communities. This development reflects MTN Uganda’s deepening commitment to accelerating digital inclusion and supporting
UCC Suspends Pearl FM Broadcasting License over Kawempe by-election
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has suspended the broadcasting services of 107.9 Pearl FM for violating the Minimum Broadcasting Standards. According to Nyombi Thembo, the Executive Director of UCC, Pearl FM aired content on March 12, 2025, during the program “MPULIDDE KAMENYA”, hosted by Kalule Sulaiman, that breached broadcasting regulations.
Why Museveni Approved Copyright Management System for Ugandan Artists
Yesterday, President Museveni gave green light to a Copyright Management System to protect musicians and ensure they earn from their work. “Now technology should be able to tell us who has played my song and where,” said President Museveni during a meeting in Rwakitura with top officials & musicians, including
