Some places welcome you. Others change you quietly, from the inside out. Beauvais Retreat Centre sits on a peaceful hill outside Kampala in Masulita, holding a calm that settles into…
Chinese automaker Jetour Group has officially entered the Ugandan market, unveiling two of its flagship SUV models—the DASHING and the X70 Plus—at a launch event held at the Serena Hotel…
Opening a restaurant is a dream that many people share, but only a few are able to turn it into a successful reality. The restaurant industry is known for being...
Piracy and Intellectual Property theft have long plagued Uganda’s creative sector, robbing musicians, filmmakers, producers and innovators of both recognition and income. But government agencies, industry leaders and artistes themselves…
Uganda is a country of astonishing contrasts, lush rainforests, roaring waterfalls, rugged savannahs, and winding mountain roads. For many visitors, the best way to experience all this beauty is behind...
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) working with Emirates Airlines and the Uganda Embassy in Abu Dhabi, has kicked off a Familiarization (FAM) trip aimed at enhancing the visibility of Uganda as a premier travel destination. This initiative, which began on 21st January 2025, brings together a delegation of eleven influential travel trade partners to explore Uganda’s world-class tourism offerings. This FAM trip is a direct result of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the Uganda Tourism Board and Emirates Airlines, which seeks to promote Uganda’s rich cultural, natural, and wildlife assets. One of the trip’s primary objectives is to…
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Physical fitness often takes a back seat in a world where high-powered business leaders spend long hours behind desks, juggling tight schedules and critical decisions. However, nestled in the heart of Kampala, Uganda, CrossFit KLA is rewriting this narrative. This one-of-a-kind fitness centre is not just about lifting weights or burning calories—it’s about forging discipline, resilience, and vitality that transcends the gym floor into boardrooms and beyond. “CrossFit KLA is a combination of varied functional movements performed at high-intensity levels,” explains Coach Martina, one of the coaches. Martina’s description of the workouts is as invigorating as the regime itself: a…
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Government offices have continued to default on water bills which have ballooned to UGX 73 billion as the burden shifts to ordinary Ugandans who shoulder most of the payments. Details submitted to Auditor General Edward Akol, reveal how National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) receivables, or amounts yet to be paid, clocked UGX 355 billion in water bills, out of which over UGX 72.5 billion (20%) relates to unpaid bills by Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). Some unpaid bills have been outstanding for more than two years. The Auditor General noted that the matter of unpaid bills was brought…
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Cooper Motors Corporation (CMC) Holdings, the parent company of CMC (Uganda) Limited has announced its decision to gradually wind down operations in Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania, in full compliance with local regulations and distributorship agreements. Cooper Motors was acquired by the Al-Futtaim Group in 2014 and has other trading subsidiaries owned by CMC Holdings Ltd including: CMC Motors Group Limited (Kenya) Ltd. Hughes Motors (Tanzania) Ltd, Kenya Vehicle Manufacturers Ltd (33% Shareholding). The motor company was a leading player in the East African motor industry with exclusive distribution of New Holland tractors with an extensive range of farming implements from…
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Uganda Airlines’ expansion plan to dominate the aviation industry has been met with financial hurdles after a new Auditor General’s report unearthed the Airlines’ performance for the Financial Year 2023/24 showing a net loss of UGX 238 billion, which is a 26 percent% drop from the UGX 325 billion loss incurred in 2023. The sustained losses according to the Auditor General threatens financial sustainability and shareholder value for the airline. The national carrier also disclosed contingent liabilities of UGX.12 billion (USD 3.15 million), primarily relating to pending court cases which is likely to expose the company to significant legal costs,…
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Ugandan startups raised $19m in 2024, bouncing back from the lowly $4.8m that they raised in 2023 as per Africa: The Big Deal database. Africa: The Big Deal database is a database that captures African startups’ funding since 2019. For a startup to be classified as African, it must be operating in Africa with an HQ on the continent, or one with an HQ outside Africa but with African founders building for Africa. The database also captures publicly disclosed deals or those shared by investors/founders. It captures deals from $100k since 2021. The $19m raised in 2024 is way off…
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The long-awaited opening of Paradise Island Resort promises to redefine luxury and nature-inspired getaways. Nestled on a pristine 19-acre island in the heart of Lake Victoria, this extraordinary retreat is just a 20-minute speedboat ride from Speke Resort Munyonyo marina, owned by billionaire Sudhir Ruparelia, Chairman of the Ruparelia Group. Designed to harmonise with its lush natural surroundings, the resort boasts an array of accommodations, including 10 Standard cottages, 11 Standard Cliffhanger cottages, 14 Deluxe two-bedroom cottages, and three opulent executive villas. Each unit is meticulously crafted to offer breathtaking views and a serene island experience, catering to guests seeking…
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Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL), under its vast beer portfolio, has launched the “Buckets of Cheer” campaign to mark the festive season, aiming to bring Ugandans together, spread joy, and create unforgettable moments of celebration. The campaign, which celebrates the values of togetherness, inclusivity, and joy, encourages Ugandans to connect with loved ones during the festive season, whether at large gatherings or family get-togethers. With UBL’s diverse range of beers, including Bell Lager, Bell Citrus, Guinness, Guinness Smooth, Pilsner Lager, Tusker Lager, Tusker Lite, and Tusker Malt, the company seeks to elevate celebrations across the country. As part of the launch,…
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Johnnie Walker Uganda has launched its 2024 Gifting Campaign, “The Gift of Big Flavor,” with an exclusive opening of its first-ever Gifting Studio at Village Mall in Bugolobi. The studio, designed to elevate the festive experience, offers customers a unique, premium space where they can personalize gifts from the Johnnie Walker catalogue and craft memorable, meaningful presents for loved ones. The launch event, held on November 2nd, brought together media and key personalities, all keen to experience Johnnie Walker’s fresh approach to holiday gifting. Uganda Breweries Limited’s (UBL) Marketing Director, Catherine Ndungu, highlighted the studio’s purpose: “This Gifting Studio is…
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Acacia Wilderness Lodge is located on a peninsula inside Queen Elizabeth National Park, right next to Mweya Safari Lodge. The resort describes itself somewhat modestly as a bed and breakfast – this is deliberate, an attempt at making it seem more palatable to the non-seasoned traveller and the everyday man, one would think. It sits on a sprawling piece of real estate strategically located on what might be described as a cliff edge that offers a breathtaking view of Lake Edward and the surrounding peninsula. Most tourist lodges in Uganda lean towards what you might call a ‘luxury’ definition, and…
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