Can digital tax stamps solve Uganda’s dual challenge of tax evasion and consumer protection? There has been a growing threat over the years from various companies and institutions due to …
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With Uganda’s 2025/26 budget set for presentation on 12th June 2025, the fiscal strategy targets debt control without stalling economic growth. Dubbed the 2025/26 Budget, the envelope represents a significant …
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World Bank Support Returns: What It Means for Uganda’s Growth
The World Bank has officially resumed funding to Uganda, ending a nearly two-year suspension that began in 2023. The decision marks a major turning point for Uganda’s economic outlook and …
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The problem of tax evasion, especially by high-net-worth individuals and multinational corporations, has plagued economies for decades. These entities have historically hidden financial assets across borders, using tax havens and …
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Gold and silver prices have been on a steady upward trend in recent months. In early June 2025, gold prices surged past $2,400 per ounce while silver climbed above $31 …
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President Museveni Launches Uganda’s Fourth National Development Plan NPDIV
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has officially launched Uganda’s Fourth National Development Plan (NDPIV), setting the tone for the country’s strategic direction over the next five years. The plan was unveiled …
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Shareholder Commends PostBank for Being a Profitable Government Entity and Registering Ushs.35.4B PAT in 2024 Financials
PostBank Uganda, whose purpose is to foster prosperity for Ugandans, has today held its 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MoFPED) offices …
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Ms. Mary Baine Appointed As the New Executive Secretary of ATAF
The African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) is proud to announce the appointment of Ms. Mary Baine as its new Executive Secretary, effective 1 July 2025. Ms. Baine succeeds Mr. Logan …
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The Rise of Digital Lending in Uganda: Opportunity or Overexposure?
Uganda has experienced a recent surge in digital lending platforms, marking a new era in access to financial services. Providers such as MTN’s MoKash, Airtel Wewole, ManguCash, DIGI Loans, and …
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Africa is emerging as one of the most dynamic fintech ecosystems in the world. With a population that is largely young, increasingly tech-savvy, and significantly underbanked, the continent has become …