News & Analysis

URA surpasses target with UGX31.5 trillion haul, eyes digital future

Editorial, CEO East AfricaBanking & Financial ServicesNews & AnalysisJuly 7, 2025July 7, 2025

In a fiscal climate where many economies are gasping under debt and tax collection fatigue, Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has pulled off a remarkable feat. It has beaten its revenue…

Johnnie Walker commemorates first ”She Walks” Anniversary with a powerful celebration of Women in Leadership

Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisJuly 7, 2025July 7, 2025

Leadership is about vision, influence, and the courage to uplift others. And on Friday night, Johnnie Walker’s She Walks programme brought together some of Uganda’s most inspiring women leaders to…

Ndere Centre’s Troubles Far From Over, as Government Fails to Save It From A Looming Foreclosure, Despite Presidential Directives

Brian EmorutHospitality & TourismNews & AnalysisJuly 5, 2025July 5, 2025

The cultural jewel that is Ndere Centre, home of Uganda’s internationally acclaimed Ndere Troupe, is teetering on the brink of foreclosure, despite a Presidential directives aimed at rescuing it from…

I&M Bank hosts blood donation drives at two branches with aim to boost national blood bank capacity

Brian EmorutNews & AnalysisSponsored ContentJuly 4, 2025July 4, 2025

On Thursday, July 3rd, I&M Bank Uganda conducted two blood donation drives, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility, aimed at further boosting the national blood bank capacity. The drives,…

Billionaire Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia to Speak at UK–Africa Business Summit 2025

Muhereza KyamuteteraGlobal NewsNews & AnalysisJuly 4, 2025July 4, 2025

Ugandan billionaire businessman and philanthropist Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia will return as a keynote speaker at the 15th UK–Africa Business Summit, scheduled for Friday, 12th September 2025, at the iconic Royal…

Jaguza ne Standard Chartered Bank” Deposit Campaign launched

Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisJuly 2, 2025July 2, 2025

Standard Chartered Bank Uganda has unveiled its latest deposit campaign dubbed “Jaguza ne Standard Chartered,” designed to reward clients for saving, transacting and maintaining deposits with the Bank. Running from…

Ian Rumanyika Becomes New CEO of Node Group

Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisJuly 1, 2025July 1, 2025

Ian Rumanyika has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Node Group, a leading PR, marketing, and digital communications agency in Uganda. His appointment comes at a pivotal…

Equity Group holds 21st Annual General Meeting; Approves Dividend, Directors Elections, Governance Policies and UAE Representative Office

Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisJune 30, 2025June 30, 2025

Equity Group Holdings Plc held its 21st Annual General Meeting (AGM), where shareholders voted in favor of all the proposed resolutions, demonstrating strong confidence in the Group’s strategic direction and…

Huawei Technologies Uganda seeks to support ambitious Graduates to unlock their career potential through the 2025 campus recruitment program.

Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisJune 30, 2025June 30, 2025

Huawei Technologies is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. In Uganda, Huawei Technologies Uganda Company Limited has been committed to driving digital…

Football Development: Clubs Need Much More Than Prize Money

Trevor LutaloNews & AnalysisJune 27, 2025June 28, 2025

Football in Uganda has long cemented its place as the national sport, pulsating with an undeniable, albeit still growing, passion. Yet, beneath the roar of the crowd and the thrill…