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A photo montage of Absa’s David Wandera and Standard Chartered Bank’s Sanjay Rughani. Absa’s acquisition of Standard Chartered’s retail and wealth business reshapes Uganda’s banking sector, boosting deposits, expanding assets, and strengthening retail depth as regulators begin reviewing one of the industry’s most significant restructurings.
A photo montage of Absa’s David Wandera and Standard Chartered Bank’s Sanjay Rughani. Absa’s acquisition of Standard Chartered’s retail and wealth business reshapes Uganda’s banking sector, boosting deposits, expanding assets, and strengthening retail depth as regulators begin reviewing one of the industry’s most significant restructurings.

Absa–Standard Chartered Wealth and Retail Business Acquisition Deal Enters Regulatory Review as Sector Impact Becomes Clear

Less than a year after Standard Chartered announced its plan to exit its Wealth and Retail Business (WRB) segment, the long-anticipated transfer to Absa Uganda has entered a decisive phase. On 24
November 21, 2025
COMESA Competition Commission CEO, Willard Mwemba, President of Diageo Africa, Hina Nagarajan and EABL Group CEO, Mrs. Jane Karuku.

COMESA Fines Diageo USD 750,000 for Unfair Distribution Deals in Uganda, Eswatini and Zambia

The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Competition Commission has imposed a fine of USD 750,000 on global alcoholic beverages manufacturer Diageo Plc, the majority shareholder in East African Breweries
October 13, 2025
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While the ruling NRM highlights its record on infrastructure and stability, Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi’s NUP argues that decades of mismanagement and mounting debt have left the economy deeply fragile.
While the ruling NRM highlights its record on infrastructure and stability, Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi’s NUP argues that decades of mismanagement and mounting debt have left the economy deeply fragile.

NUP’s 2026 Manifesto Promises an Economy for the Majority, Not the Few

As Uganda heads toward the 2026 general elections, the debate is increasingly focused on the economy. At the heart of the opposition National Unity Platform’s (NUP) 2026–2031 manifesto is a bold pledge:
October 1, 2025
Despite strong export growth, Uganda consistently runs a trade deficit, spending more on imports than it earns from exports. But the balance varies sharply depending on the country and region.
Despite strong export growth, Uganda consistently runs a trade deficit, spending more on imports than it earns from exports. But the balance varies sharply depending on the country and region.

Who are Uganda’s True Trade Partners?

For decades, Uganda’s trade story has been defined by its deepening integration into regional markets, rising dependence on Asia, and enduring ties with Europe. But when you look past the big numbers
September 29, 2025
For years, the telecom sector has been transformed into a duopoly, largely controlled by MTN and Airtel.
For years, the telecom sector has been transformed into a duopoly, largely controlled by MTN and Airtel.

Uganda Finally Activates Competition Law With New Regulations

After a year in legal limbo, Uganda’s Competition Act has finally come to life. The Competition Regulations, 2025, are now in force, setting the stage for active enforcement of antitrust and consumer
September 25, 2025
The case began with consumer complaints in Uganda, Kenya and Egypt. Riders reported being charged more than the fare shown at booking, drivers cancelling after long waits, and being billed for rides that never materialized.
The case began with consumer complaints in Uganda, Kenya and Egypt. Riders reported being charged more than the fare shown at booking, drivers cancelling after long waits, and being billed for rides that never materialized.

No More Copy-Paste Contracts: How COMESA Rewrote Uber’s Rules in Africa

After a two-year probe, COMESA’s Competition Commission has forced Uber to rewrite parts of its rider contract. The Commission says the parts of the contracts mislead and unfairly tilt risk to customers.
September 25, 2025
Java House cafe at Shell Ambercourt station in Jinja. Photo credit/ Vivo Energy

Java House restaurant chain sold in undisclosed multi-million dollar deal 

Java House, a quick service restaurant chain in Uganda and other East African countries is set to change ownership for the fourth time in a space of a decade with the transaction
January 27, 2025
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