African trade has long been slowed by a quiet but powerful barrier. A product made in Kampala and destined for Nairobi or Lagos often has to go through repeated testing, …
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Bank of Uganda Raises Alarm Over Sovereignty Bill Risks
Uganda’s central bank has issued a strong warning over the proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, cautioning that while it is framed as a tool for political independence, it could …
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Funding push puts Africa’s energy gap in focus
A new funding commitment of more than $1,1 billion by the European Investment Bank is set to accelerate renewable energy projects across Africa, but experts say it will only begin …
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The war that raised prices across Africa – without firing a shot on African soil
The Middle East conflict has restructured Africa’s import costs permanently. From Cairo to Cape Town and Accra to Kinshasa, no business was untouched. Africa’s supply chain leaders must now act …
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Uganda’s political landscape has been shaken by the sudden death of Helen Nakimuli, the Kalangala District Woman Member of Parliament. The 40-year-old legislator passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, …
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Why the World is Panicking Over a 20% Oil Shutdown and Where the Other 80% Actually Is
The global anxiety surrounding fuel shortages in April 2026 appears, at first glance, entirely justified. Long queues at fuel stations, rising transport costs, and disrupted supply chains suggest a world …