Uganda Baati appoints Jackie Tahakanizibwa as Head of External & Corporate Affairs
Uganda Baati Ltd., a member of the Safal Group and a leader in Uganda’s steel and roofing industry, has appointed Jackie Tahakanizibwa as its new Head of External & Corporate Affairs. This strategic move underscores the company’s commitment to strengthening its public policy influence and...
Absa Business Club Kicks Off Regional SME Forums in Masaka, Mbarara and Fort Portal to Boost Growth
Kampala, Uganda – September 03, 2025 – Absa Bank Uganda, through its flagship Business Club, has launched a series of Regional SME Forums, starting with Masaka, Mbarara, and Fort Portal. The initiative, delivered in partnership with Uganda Airlines, DHL, Grant Thornton, and Enterprise Uganda, is designed...
Beyond Promotions – How Competition is Shaping Shopping Trends in Uganda
With every shilling carrying more weight for households, Ugandan shoppers are becoming more selective, seeking value, convenience, and rewarding experiences. This shift is forcing retailers to rethink their strategies and respond not only with competitive prices but with loyalty programs, personalized offers, and innovations that...
6% withholding tax no longer applies to raw agricultural supplies – URA
KAMPALA – The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has issued a public notice to clarify the withholding tax on processed agricultural supplies. According to the URA, the 6% withholding tax on supplies of goods, materials, or services ceased to apply to agricultural supplies, except for processed...
PostBank’s ZeroFlex Explosive Uptake Signals Shift in Uganda’s Banking Culture
In less than a year since its launch, PostBank Uganda’s ZeroFlex account has registered exponential growth of over 50 percent month-on-month, attracting thousands of first-time account holders.
Sumayya Girls High School Crowned Stanbic National Schools Championship Season 10 Winners
KAMPALA – Innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship took centre stage as the Stanbic National Schools Championship (NSC) marked its 10th anniversary during the grand finale at Mestil Hotel in Kampala.
AI Everything MEA 2026: Egypt paves the way to become Africa’s AI epicenter
Already ranking top 10 globally on AI usage, Egypt is inviting players in the emerging tech to explore best use cases even as it woos investments in deep tech as Cairo evolves into hub of innovation. Organised by GITEX GLOBAL, flagship Ai Everything MEA expo...
Government vows action on UNBS delays after entrepreneur complaints
KAMPALA, Uganda — Ugandan government officials have vowed to take action against the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) following a public meeting where entrepreneurs aired complaints about “unnecessary delays” in product certification.
RUBiS Energy Uganda taps William Fillet as new Managing Director
KAMPALA — RUBiS Energy Uganda has named William Fillet its new managing director, with the appointment effective immediately. He succeeds Olivier Gatera, who is moving to a new assignment within RUBiS Energy East Africa.
Banker Sidi Ould Tah eyes reforms, stronger partnerships as he takes charge at AfDB
New AfDB President Ould Tah has set out a four-point agenda including, listening intently; fast-tracking reforms; deepening partnerships and accelerating real solutions as his core priorities. Mauritanian, Dr. Ould Tah, was elected on 29 May 2025 with over 76% of shareholder votes—the highest margin for...
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