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Government has injected UGX 145 billion into Uganda Airlines to boost operations, complementing a recent UGX 422 billion fleet expansion. The funding highlights continued state support for the national carrier despite persistent losses, as lawmakers push for improved efficiency, accountability, and a clear path toward profitability.
Government has injected UGX 145 billion into Uganda Airlines to boost operations, complementing a recent UGX 422 billion fleet expansion. The funding highlights continued state support for the national carrier despite persistent losses, as lawmakers push for improved efficiency, accountability, and a clear path toward profitability.

Parliament Approves UGX 145B Capital Injection to Stabilise Uganda Airlines Operations

Parliament has approved a UGX 145 billion allocation to Uganda Airlines for the 2026/27 financial year, in a move aimed at stabilizing the national carrier amid persistent financial losses and operational challenges.
April 24, 2026
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Parliament has withdrawn the Traffic & Road Safety (Amendment) Bill, 2026, halting plans to reduce the vehicle import age limit from 15 to 13 years. Lawmakers cited affordability concerns, warning the move would raise car prices and transport costs, despite government’s push for cleaner, more efficient vehicles.
Parliament has withdrawn the Traffic & Road Safety (Amendment) Bill, 2026, halting plans to reduce the vehicle import age limit from 15 to 13 years. Lawmakers cited affordability concerns, warning the move would raise car prices and transport costs, despite government’s push for cleaner, more efficient vehicles.

Bill Seeking to Ban Importation of Cars Older than 13 Years Collapses

A government proposal to tighten vehicle importation rules has collapsed after facing strong resistance in Parliament, bringing to an end months of debate over affordability, environmental protection, and economic policy. In a
April 21, 2026
Bank of Uganda Governor Michael Atingi-Ego, who now oversees the country’s banking supervision and resolution framework as the central bank confronts lingering questions about reforms following Parliament’s COSASE investigation.
Bank of Uganda Governor Michael Atingi-Ego, who now oversees the country’s banking supervision and resolution framework as the central bank confronts lingering questions about reforms following Parliament’s COSASE investigation.

Seven Years After Parliament’s Probe into Controversial Bank Closures and Two More Failures Later: Has Bank of Uganda Learnt Anything?

Seven years ago, in February 2019, Parliament launched one of the most consequential investigations ever conducted into Uganda’s financial sector. The probe by the Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises
March 6, 2026
Uganda Airlines CEO Jennifer Bamuturaki and UEDCL boss Paul Mwesigwa are under intense pressure as public frustration, politics, and performance collide. Running strategic state enterprises with deep legacy problems, their survival may hinge less on history and more on how decisively they deliver results now.
Uganda Airlines CEO Jennifer Bamuturaki and UEDCL boss Paul Mwesigwa are under intense pressure as public frustration, politics, and performance collide. Running strategic state enterprises with deep legacy problems, their survival may hinge less on history and more on how decisively they deliver results now.

On the Edge: Why 2026 Could be a Make-or-Break Year for Uganda Airlines’ Jennifer Bamuturaki and UEDCL’s Paul Mwesigwa

If there are any Ugandan CEOs in the hot seat, then it is Uganda Airlines’ Jennifer Bamuturaki and Uganda Electricity Distribution Limited’s Paul Mwesigwa. They run two strategic state enterprises, and both
January 3, 2026
The UGX1.696 trillion supplementary bid, with UGX422.264 billion earmarked for 10 new Uganda Airlines aircraft, now hangs on Parliament’s verdict. Approval could fast-track the carrier’s fleet expansion, but rejection would signal growing unease over pouring scarce public funds into the skies while critical priorities remain grounded on the runway here.
The UGX1.696 trillion supplementary bid, with UGX422.264 billion earmarked for 10 new Uganda Airlines aircraft, now hangs on Parliament’s verdict. Approval could fast-track the carrier’s fleet expansion, but rejection would signal growing unease over pouring scarce public funds into the skies while critical priorities remain grounded on the runway here.

Govt Seeks Approval of UGX422 Billion Supplementary for Phased Purchase of 10 Uganda Airlines Aircraft

Government has tabled a UGX1.696 trillion supplementary budget request before Parliament’s Budget Committee, with UGX422.264 billion earmarked as an initial payment for the purchase of 10 aircraft for Uganda Airlines. The request
December 1, 2025
Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa (holding microphone) addresses the audience during the official handover of Uganda’s electricity distribution mandate to UEDCL. She is flanked by Umeme Board Chairman Patrick Bitature (left), ERA Chairperson Dr. Sarah Wasagali (centre), Auditor General’s Director Joseph Hirya (right), UEDCL Managing Director Paul Mwesigwa (second from right), and UEDCL Board Chairman Francis Tumuheirwe. This symbolic moment marked more than a transfer of assets—it ushered in a new era of public accountability, transparency, and service delivery. With immense stakeholder expectations now resting on UEDCL’s shoulders, the adoption of a robust e-procurement system will be central to achieving operational efficiency, eliminating corruption risks, and aligning with national digital governance standards. Digitising procurement isn’t just a technical upgrade—it’s the backbone of UEDCL’s ability to fulfill its mandate ethically, economically, and effectively.

UEDCL officially takes over Uganda’s power distribution network 

The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has officially taken over the distribution network from Umeme Limited, marking the end of a 20-year concession period that began in 2004. This transition, which
March 31, 2025
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A photo collage of Umeme Managing Director Selestino Banbungi, Auditor General Edward Akol, Parliament Speaker Anita Among, Electricity Regulatory Authority CEO Eng.Ziria Tibalwa Wako, and UEDCL Managing Director Paul Mwesigwa.

Auditor General recommends UGX 433 billion Buyout amount as Umeme seeks UGX 858 billion

Uganda Parliament Speaker, Anita Among has today received the Auditor General’s report on Umeme which recommends a USD 118 (UGX 433 billion) Buyout amount for the unrecovered investments. Speaker Among said, Parliament
March 27, 2025
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