China embarks on world’s largest hydropower dam
China begins construction of world’s largest hydropower dam. Premier Li Qiang attends construction launch new dam. Mega project expected to cost $170 billion. China has started construction of what will be the world’s largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Zangbo River in Tibet, in the...
Data Consumption Fuels Airtel’s Regional Revenue Jump
KAMPALA, UGANDA — Airtel’s East Africa operations reported strong first-quarter earnings in 2025, primarily driven by surging data consumption and robust growth in its mobile money segment. Mobile services revenue for the region climbed to $498 million, up from $423 million in the same period last...
Bank of Uganda to Begin Buying Gold After Year-Long Wait
The Bank of Uganda’s domestic gold purchase programme, which was first unveiled last year, was well received by miners, civil society, and policymakers alike.
dfcu Bank Champions Inclusive Trade at Breaking Barriers to Trade 2025 Conference
dfcu Bank leads key discussion on inclusive trade in Africa at the Breaking Barriers to Trade 2025 Conference in Kampala, unveiling strategies to empower SMEs, women, and youth under The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
M-PESA and PayPal strike deal to redefine Kenya’s digital economy
M-PESA and PayPal’s deal marks a pivotal moment for Kenya’s digital ecosystem comprising over 35 million mobile money users and two million businesses using Safaricom’s mobile money platform. Initiative will enable seamless account linking and fund transfers between M-PESA wallets and PayPal’s global network, opening...
Pilsner Powers Cultural Unity at 2025 Kwegonza Avenue
The sun was high and so were the spirits as revellers gathered at the UMA Showgrounds in Lugogo to celebrate Bunyoro and Tooro culture at the 2025 edition of Kwegonza Avenue. The event brought together crowds to celebrate tradition and guests were welcomed with a...
C-Care Uganda Honors Excellence in Healthcare Services, Systems
KAMPALA, UGANDA — C-Care Uganda, a leading private healthcare network, celebrated operational excellence at its annual awards ceremony Friday, July 25, 2025, recognizing outstanding performance across its network of facilities.
MIECA Uganda Limited: Pioneering Ugandan food exports
ENTEBBE – In 2018, Mr. Nsabimana Elie, CEO of MIECA Uganda Limited, embarked on a mission to revolutionize Uganda’s food export industry. MIECA, which stands for Mugisha Import and Export Company Limited, specializes in adding value to local food products for international markets.
African Women in Business unveils association to boost intra-African trade
JOHANNNESBURG – The Continental Network for Women’s Business Associations in Africa (CONWOBAA) was officially unveiled at the inaugural Global SME Ministerial Meeting held in Johannesburg, South Africa. Facilitated by the International Trade Centre (ITC) in partnership with the African Union Commission, CONWOBAA brings together 102...
dfcu Bank names Walusimbi chief of people and culture transformation
KAMPALA, UGANDA — dfcu Bank has appointed Marsha Nyonyozi Walusimbi as its new chief of people and culture transformation, signaling a continued commitment to people-centered growth.
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