In a deliberate move to economically empower bouncers and promote self-employment among the youth, the government through the Microfinance Support Centre (MSC) has launched a nationwide programme to support bouncers…
The informal sector is the backbone of Uganda’s economy, powering livelihoods, fueling local commerce, and playing a crucial role in the country’s development. These people work tirelessly every day to…
Uganda has taken a major leap in its quest to become a regional powerhouse in the gold industry with the launch of the $20 million Euro Gold Refinery, a state-of-the-art…
Driven by rising living costs, financial pressure, and unstable job security, many Ugandans, especially in Kampala, are turning to side hustles to supplement their incomes. The hustle culture is no…
Across Uganda’s fertile landscapes, a quiet revolution is taking root. Organic farming, once considered a niche practice reserved for export-focused growers, is now rapidly gaining popularity among both rural farmers…
Uganda has secured a major legal victory in a high-profile international arbitration case involving Rift Valley Railways (RVR), after a London-based tribunal dismissed all claims brought against the Ugandan government.…
The African Tax Media Network (ATMeN) congratulated Ms. Mary Baine on her appointment as Executive Secretary of the African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) in a statement issued on June 4,…
In a significant policy shift aimed at boosting local participation in the economy, the Tanzanian government has issued a directive that prohibits non-citizens from engaging in 15 specific business activities.…
Presidents Yoweri Kaguta Museveni of Uganda and William Ruto of Kenya have taken a significant step toward bolstering regional cooperation and economic growth by signing new bilateral agreements. These additions…
Uganda, in recent years, has witnessed a surge in tourism campaigns aimed not just at international travelers but also at a vital yet often overlooked demographic in its diaspora. With…