EDUCATION
OpED
The Impact of Fossil Fuels on Climate Change in Hoima, Uganda
Hellen Masika is a Community Mobilizer at Centre for Citizens Conserving Environment & Management (CECIC) Fossil fuels, including coal, oil,...
GODFREY BUKOMEKO: The critical role of diversification in building financial resilience
Godfrey Bukomeko: Investment & Financial Adviser at Old Mutual Investment Group (OMIG) In an era of economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and rapid...
ROGERS WADADA: Recall the International arrest warrant against Isaac Ssemakadde; it is an embarrassment to Uganda and the entire legal fraternity
Mr. Rogers Wadada Musaalo, a Lawyer, human rights activist, researcher, and politician (PHOTO/Courtesy). During this year’s opening of the New...
CHRISTOPHER BURKE: Aid, trade, context and local solutions: The Post-USAID world
Christopher Burke is the Managing Director of WMC Africa, a public relations and marketing agency based in Kampala, Uganda. Christopher...
OIL AND GAS
Uganda’s Oil and Gas sector to receive $2.81 billion investment in 2025
KAMPALA, Uganda — Uganda's oil and gas sector is poised for significant growth, with investments expected to reach at least $2.81 billion domestically in 2025, according to the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU). PAU Executive Director Ernest Rubondo said total...
Uganda, Alpha MBM Investments Sign $4 Billion Refinery Deal
KAMPALA, Uganda — Uganda's government has signed a $4 billion agreement with Alpha MBM Investments LLC, a UAE-based firm, to construct a 60,000-barrel-per-day oil refinery in Hoima District. President Yoweri Museveni witnessed the signing of the implementation agreement on Saturday...
Africa should embrace its fossil fuels – including coal – to secure Africa’s energy future
Nj Ayuk is the founder and chief executive officer of the Centurion Law Group, a Pan-African Corporate Law. He is the Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber (PHOTO/Courtesy) The global transition to a low-carbon economy has led to increased...
REAL ESTATE
KCB Bank, Reportage launch customized real estate financing options
Alkesh Rajput Kumar, President of Reportage Properties Uganda and Miranda Bageine Musoke, Head of Retail Banking at KCB Bank Uganda,...
Sudhir’s Pearl Business Park in final touches
Construction of the multi-billion dollar massive Pearl Business Park that will host office premises, a shopping centre, and health and...
Uganda’s Real Estate Sector in Limbo as Government Delays Key Bill
Lands Minister Judith Nabakooba shares a moment with industry players and stakeholders at the 13th Annual International Real Estate Investment...
BUSINESS
AFRICA
UPDF denies using chemical weapons in South Sudan
The Commander Land Force of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), Lt Gen Kayanja Muhanga inspects troops before they headed...
Rwanda plans to attack Burundi, says President Ndayishimiye
Face to Face: Burundi's President Évariste Ndayishimiye (L) and Rwanda's President Paul Kagame (R) in a rare side-by-side image, as...
XRP Healthcare fast-tracks IPO to Q3 2025, boosting AI-driven growth and M&A expansion
XRP Healthcare accelerates IPO plans, aiming for Q3 2025 listing on Canadian stock exchange to fuel expansion and transformation of...
WEEKLY REVIEW: Uganda grapples with debt, deploys commandos to Juba, struggles with Atiak Sugar project, Lubowa Hospital, as Uganda Airlines takes flight to Europe
Uganda is grappling with mounting political tensions, military controversy, and economic distress, with recent developments deepening national uncertainty. This week,...
FEATURED NEWS
Haruna Sentongo Loses UGX 10 Billion Case Against I&M Bank
Ugandan businessman Haruna Sentongo loses UGX 10 billion court battle against I&M Bank, facing significant financial implications. A prominent Ugandan...
TOURS AND TRAVEL
Uganda targets French-Spanish speaking tourists with top social media influencers
KAMPALA, March 11, 2025 - Uganda has welcomed a group of French and Spanish social media influencers as part of...
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WEEKLY REVIEW: Uganda grapples with debt, deploys commandos to Juba, struggles with Atiak Sugar project, Lubowa Hospital, as Uganda Airlines takes flight to Europe
Uganda is grappling with mounting political tensions, military controversy, and economic distress, with recent developments deepening national uncertainty. This week,...
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