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Mobile money agents are part of the backbone of Uganda’s financial system, taking the largest share of withdrawal fees. From a UGX 4,325 charge on a UGX 150,000 transaction, for instance, they earn about UGX 1,600, roughly 37%, reflecting their critical role in providing liquidity and enabling access to cash nationwide.
Mobile money agents are part of the backbone of Uganda’s financial system, taking the largest share of withdrawal fees. From a UGX 4,325 charge on a UGX 150,000 transaction, for instance, they earn about UGX 1,600, roughly 37%, reflecting their critical role in providing liquidity and enabling access to cash nationwide.

How Much Tax You Pay on Mobile Money and Why it Matters

On the surface, withdrawing money from a mobile wallet appears to be a straightforward transaction. You request cash from an agent, pay a fee, and walk away. But behind that single charge
April 27, 2026
Investment Minister Evelyne Anite and other officials take selfies at the launch of a new SIMI Mobile phone series, reaffirming government support for local device assembly as part of Uganda’s industrialisation agenda. The initiative highlights efforts to boost domestic manufacturing, expand digital access, and position Uganda within regional technology value chains.
Investment Minister Evelyne Anite and other officials take selfies at the launch of a new SIMI Mobile phone series, reaffirming government support for local device assembly as part of Uganda’s industrialisation agenda. The initiative highlights efforts to boost domestic manufacturing, expand digital access, and position Uganda within regional technology value chains.

The Hard Truth About Uganda’s Local Smartphone Assembly Ambitions

Uganda’s push for local smartphone manufacturing is rooted in a powerful idea: build at home, create jobs, reduce imports, and retain value within the economy. It aligns closely with the country’s broader
April 26, 2026
Under Mbire’s chairmanship, MTN Uganda has maintained its leading position in both voice and data services, reinforcing its status as the country’s top telecom operator

Strong Vote of Confidence: Mbire Reappointed MTN Uganda Chairman

Shareholders of MTN Uganda have overwhelmingly endorsed Charles Mbire for another term as Board Chairman, reaffirming confidence in his leadership during the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Friday Morning. Also David
April 10, 2026
A visual showcase of the inaugural Africa CMO 100—featuring the continent’s most influential marketing leaders, including a strong Eastern Africa contingent and Hall of Fame inductee Sylvia Mulinge.

East Africa’s Marketing Leaders Shine in Africa CMO 100 Debut, with Sylvia Mulinge Inducted into Hall of Fame

Eastern Africa has taken a prominent place in Africa’s evolving brand and marketing leadership landscape, with 17 senior marketing leaders from across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Ethiopia named among the continent’s most
March 31, 2026
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State Minister for Investment and Privatisation, Evelyn Anite at the launch of an AI-powered smartphone manufactured by Simi mobile at their factory in Namanve Industrial Park in November, 2024.

The Smartphone Tax Trap: Is Uganda Pricing Millions Out of the Digital Economy?

Uganda has spent years talking about digital transformation. It has built strategies around it, launched platforms around it, and anchored part of its long-term economic future on it. But for millions of
March 31, 2026
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MTN secures a procedural victory as the Tax Appeals Tribunal halts URA’s objection, allowing the telecom giant to challenge a UGX 169.9 billion tax dispute without upfront payment.
MTN secures a procedural victory as the Tax Appeals Tribunal halts URA’s objection, allowing the telecom giant to challenge a UGX 169.9 billion tax dispute without upfront payment.

Tax Appeals Tribunal Halts URA’s Objection to Non-Payment of 30% of Disputed UGX 169.9b by MTN Over Due Process Failures

In a landmark ruling that sharpens the contours of tax enforcement and taxpayer rights in Uganda, the Tax Appeals Tribunal (TAT) has halted Uganda Revenue Authority’s (URA) objection to MTN’s failure to
March 26, 2026
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