How do you rate Uganda’s performance with MTN’s continental portfolio, both in digital adoption but also returns, compared to other African markets? Yes, as MTN, we are operating in 16...
MTN Group chief executive Ralph Mupita has hailed Uganda as the company’s “model operation” and confirmed that it is now MTN’s second-biggest fintech market in Africa, second only to Ghana,...
The completion of Canal+’s takeover of MultiChoice Group has ushered in one of the most dramatic leadership transitions Africa’s broadcasting industry has seen in decades. At the centre of this...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has moved to tighten visa requirements for Ugandan nationals, citing concerns over immigration abuse and unlawful activities by some travelers. Speaking to China’s Xinhua news...
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...
Travelling in rural Uganda and interacting with the population whose farming activities are imperiled by unprecedented rainfall patterns, one is likely to hear farmers who have worked the same land…
The Auditor General, Edward Akol, has noted with concern that the Tilenga and KingFisher Development Area oil projects in western Uganda are behind schedule in hitting completion targets, with some…
Uganda High Commission, New Delhi in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Tourism Wildlife and Antiquities, Uganda Airlines, Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) and Uganda Wildlife Authority(UWA) is…
Uganda, a major recipient of America’s foreign aid, could find herself in a tough position after the 47th President of the United States of America, Donald Trump issued an executive…
Kareem Ghaly has been appointed as the Head of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region at Alta Semper Capital LLP, with operations based in Cairo, Egypt. Bringing with…
Imagine stepping into Africa’s booming financial sector with a community behind you, ready to help you connect, grow, and lead. Becoming a member of the Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC)…
The Rotary community in Africa is celebrating the confirmation of Rotarian Emmanuel Katongole as the incoming Rotary International Director (RID) for Zone 22 (Africa). He is a former District Governor…
Despite ongoing challenges across Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), Citi economists have indicated that the continent is undergoing another important moment in its growth trajectory. David Cowan, Citi Economist for SSA, and…
South African fintech start-up Omnisient has received a $7.5 million investment from Arise, a company that invests in African financial service providers and fintechs that advance financial inclusion. Founded in…
In a move that sparked widespread controversy, the Kenyan government recently announced a $2.047 billion deal with Adani Airport Holdings Ltd., an Indian conglomerate founded by Gautam Adani, to expand…
