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    Economists Warn of Deepening Debt Crisis as Uganda’s Public Borrowing Hits Shs 106 Trillion

    Victor Tayebwa | Jun 10, 2025
    With elections looming in 2026, Uganda’s public debt has surged to unprecedented levels, triggering alarm among economists who fear the country is sinking into...

    Kampala NRM Delegates Rally Behind Among for 2nd Vice National Chairperson

    Victor Tayebwa | Jun 7, 2025
    The endorsement, made during a meeting at Parliament attended by key Kampala NRM leaders, was marked by chants of her name and pledges to consolidate grassroots...

    Stanbic unveils mobile dollar account to simplify school fees payment for international students

    Victor Tayebwa | Jun 6, 2025
    The new service allows schools to collect payments directly in U.S. dollars, addressing challenges linked to currency conversion and forex costs.

    Rotary Club Marks Two Years With Shs2.2bn School Project at Kigo Prison

    Victor Tayebwa | May 31, 2025
    In just two years since its charter, the Rotary Club of Kigo Seven Lakes Golf has launched a Shs2.2 billion school project at Kigo Prison, aiming to transform l...

    Uganda Hailed for Being Pan Africanism Hub

    Victor Tayebwa | May 29, 2025

    Stanbic Bank unveils Kya double SupaDupa, campaign to run for 6 months

    Victor Tayebwa | May 28, 2025
    You will not hear us asking for you collateral you can borrow up to Shs 250 million, purely unsecured, we need that money to stay in the market

    Stanbic Consumer Conference Warns Raw Export , Govt Rallies Behind Agro-Industrialisation

    Victor Tayebwa | May 14, 2025
    We can’t export raw coffee and other agricultural products; we need to add value if we are to become the powerhouse

    Calls Grow for Digital Voter Register After Chaos in NRM Village Polls

    Victor Tayebwa | May 11, 2025
    Observers urge party to modernise its voter register as violence and confusion plague grassroots elections

    White House to Host Kagame–Tshisekedi Peace Signing

    Victor Tayebwa | May 5, 2025
    Landmark agreement brokered with U.S. support aims to end years of conflict in eastern DR Congo as regional blocs face criticism for inaction

    Pension Boss Urges Retirees to Think Before Withdrawing NSSF Funds

    Victor Tayebwa | Apr 28, 2025
    pension regulator NSSF has urged retiring workers to resist the urge to rush their NSSF withdrawals, warning that without proper planning, many risk squandering...

    Creativity Deserves Protection, Register it- Mao Urges Musicians

    Victor Tayebwa | Apr 25, 2025
    Nobert Mao was speaking during the World Intellectual Day in Kampala on Friday.

    Manufacturers Back BUBU Progress As Experts Urge Infrastructure Fixes

    Victor Tayebwa | Apr 23, 2025
    The BUBU policy, rooted in existing trade frameworks, seeks to increase consumption of locally produced goods and services by mandating preference for Ugandan p...

    Uganda Airlines’ London Leap Set to Attract Billions in Trade and FDI

    Victor Tayebwa | Apr 16, 2025
    The route marks the return of direct air travel between Uganda and the United Kingdom nearly a decade after British Airways halted operations on the corridor.

    Umeme Suspension Casts Long Shadows Over Stock Market

    Victor Tayebwa | Apr 14, 2025
    The Chief Executive of the Uganda Securities Exchange, Paul Bwiso, attributed the decline largely to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding Umeme buyout with the s...

    New UWA Boss Musinguzi Sets $50bn Tourism Goal by 2040

    Victor Tayebwa | Apr 2, 2025

    Economists Demand Audit of Shs4tn Supplementary Budget

    Victor Tayebwa | Mar 26, 2025

    Stanbic Posts a Strong Shs478bn Profit After Tax

    Victor Tayebwa | Mar 24, 2025
    Total assets grew to Shs10.4 trillion, up from Shs9.3 trillion. Total revenue grew to Shs1.3 trillion. Operating expenses closed at Shs612 billion.

    Govt Urges Developed Nations to Honour Multi-trillion Climate Funding Pledge

    Victor Tayebwa | Mar 18, 2025
    The multi-trillion annual pledge, though ambitious, is seen as crucial for helping developing nations build climate resilience and transition to sustainable eco...

    Uganda Pushes for Pavilion at COP30 in Brazil to Boost Climate Visibility

    Victor Tayebwa | Mar 18, 2025

    Kacita, UMA Plan Border Outlets to Safeguard Trade Amid South Sudan Uncertainty

    Victor Tayebwa | Mar 13, 2025
    Kacita Chairman Thaddeus Musoke said the initiative will provide traders with a secure and controlled environment to continue their operations, reducing their e...

    Baryomunsi Calls for Fair and Consultative Regulation in Telecom Sector

    Victor Tayebwa | Mar 11, 2025
    Uganda’s telecommunications industry has experienced significant transformation over the past few decades, evolving into a key driver of economic growth, innova...

    Inspire Africa Group Unveils Coffee Marathon with Shs 2bn Target to Support Rural Women in Coffee Value Chain

    Victor Tayebwa | Mar 11, 2025

    NWSC Moves to Restore Water Supply as Shortage Hits Kampala

    Victor Tayebwa | Mar 5, 2025
    The General Manager of Kampala Water, Muhamood Lutaaya, attributed the disruptions to extensive road construction and ongoing pipe upgrades across the city and...

    KACITA Chairman Accuses City Leaders of Selling Out to Museveni

    Victor Tayebwa | Feb 24, 2025

    Over 2,500 Ugandans Demand Medical Release for Dr. Besigye

    Victor Tayebwa | Feb 24, 2025

    Traders Blame URSB’s Digital Shift for Decline in Business Registration Rates

    Victor Tayebwa | Feb 17, 2025

    UMA Demands Supplementary Health Budget to Address Mounting Challenges

    Victor Tayebwa | Feb 17, 2025

    Cautious Lending by Banks Stalls Micro Business Recovery, Economists Warn

    Victor Tayebwa | Feb 12, 2025
    With many small businesses forced to shut down during the crisis, those that survived are now grappling with limited access to affordable credit, a crucial fact...

    Economists Predict Strong Dollar Despite Trump’s Foreign Aid Cuts

    Victor Tayebwa | Feb 12, 2025

    Balaam sends a warning to youths that use Internet as a political tool but rather use it for research and educational purposes.

    Victor Tayebwa | Feb 12, 2025
    The event was a significant step in raising awareness about the need for a safer online environment, especially as the digital landscape continues to evolve rap...

    BREAKING: Atingi-Ego Appointed as BoU Governor, Nuwagaba Deputy

    Victor Tayebwa | Feb 10, 2025
    Michael Atingi-Ego has steered the central bank for over the last three years in acting capacity but will now assume.full.authority with economist Augustus Nuwa...

    Local investors urged to embrace value addition for sustainable growth

    Victor Tayebwa | Feb 8, 2025

    Tayebwa Urges Indian Business Community to Champion Uganda’s Growth

    Victor Tayebwa | Feb 6, 2025
    According to the United Nations Commodity Trade Statistics database, Uganda’s exports to India in 2023 amounted to $865 million.

    UNBS Uncovers Major Counterfeit Paper Operation in Kampala, Four Arrested

    Victor Tayebwa | Feb 4, 2025

    Shifting tax targets blamed for Shs330bn dispute backlog

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 29, 2025

    Economists Urge Govt to Rethink Dependence on Foreign Aid Following US Aid Freeze

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 27, 2025
    Trump’s decision to freeze aid is being viewed as part of a broader foreign policy strategy to better align U.S. aid with national interests.

    Museveni promises to investigate Busoga boda boda killings

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 26, 2025

    Museveni urges boda boda riders to break free from money lenders, commercial banks

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 26, 2025

    Kamuli Youth Endorse Museveni for 2026

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 24, 2025
    The President also took the opportunity to underscore the importance of the PDM, a flagship government initiative aimed at eradicating poverty at the grassroots...

    Museveni Applauds NRM Loyalty During Busoga PDM Performance Tour

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 24, 2025
    Addressing an enthusiastic crowd, Mr Museveni expressed heartfelt gratitude for the steadfast support he continues to receive, particularly from communities in...

    Museveni to Intervene in GROW Project But Says Focus on PDM

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 24, 2025
    The GROW Project has come under fire for failing to deliver on its promise of financial inclusion, with many beneficiaries unable to secure loans due to excessi...

    PM Nabbanja Promises A New Era for Busoga’s Infrastructure

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 24, 2025

    Museveni Commissions Nakabango Presidential Skilling Hub in Jinja

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 23, 2025
    The launch of the Nakabango Presidential Skilling Hub signals a continued commitment by President Museveni to transform Uganda’s workforce, encouraging the yout...

    Museveni Tours Busoga: Media, Skilling Hub, and Leadership Engagements

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 23, 2025

    Museveni Awards Shs30m to Busoga Entrepreneur

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 22, 2025
    During his tour, he met with Buwala Tolofisa, a local entrepreneur from Namutamba District, whose dedication to business development earned her a Shs30-million...

    Govt to Lower Device Costs to Boost Outsourcing, Digital Access

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 21, 2025
    Experts pointed to high internet costs, inadequate skills training, and limited market access as pressing challenges requiring urgent attention.

    Private Sector Demands Interest on Govt Loans

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 20, 2025
    The private sector often leads to the government but it says their loans do not accrue interest yet the government takes long to repay

    Economists Sound Alarm Over Currency Volatility

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 17, 2025

    Economists Warn of Growing Domestic Debt Crisis

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 14, 2025
    Senior economist Professor Augustus Nuwagaba has highlighted the risks of the government’s borrowing habits, explaining that the extensive use of domestic credi...

    URA to appeal $45m refund ruling

    Victor Tayebwa | Jan 12, 2025
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