The Government of Uganda has invested Sh3 billion in the rehabilitation of MV Kaawa, one of the country’s key cargo vessels, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen inland water …
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Dr. George Elombi Appointed Afreximbank’s Fourth President, Vows to Deepen Impact
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) on Saturday in Cairo, Egypt, swore in Dr. George Elombi as the Bank’s fourth President and Chairman of the Board of Directors, taking over from Prof. …
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Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways Deepen Partnership with Codeshare to 19 Global Destinations
In a move set to reshape East Africa’s aviation and trade dynamics, Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways (KQ) have launched an expanded codeshare partnership covering 19 destinations across Africa, the …
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Africa Trade Gateway Boosts Digital Trade Growth with National Awareness Launch in Rwanda
The Africa Trade Gateway (ATG), a pioneering digital trade ecosystem designed to revolutionize Africa’s trade, has launched an initiative for national adoption awareness in Rwanda, marking a significant milestone in the continent’s …
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The Executive Director of the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS), Eng. James Kasigwa has been elected as a Council Member of the International Organ ization for Standardization (ISO) for …
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As Ugandans mark 63 years of independence and 39 years of economic transformation under President Yoweri Museveni’s leadership, reflections on government-led programmes that have shaped livelihoods dominate the celebrations. Over …
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63 years of Steady Growth of trade, industry and cooperatives
Since independence 63 years ago, Uganda has experienced growth in her exports currently valued at US$2.13 billion in May 2025. Uganda’s top exports included gold, coffee, cocoa beans, and petroleum products. Specifically, …
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In a move to align with global sustainability standards and promote long-term economic growth, manufacturers in Uganda have expanded their traditional Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives into a more comprehensive Environmental, …
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Monthly Export Earnings grow to sh4.6 trillion
The export sector has yet again registered remarkable growth, with earnings shooting up by 53.6% in just one year. A year-on-year evaluation shows that export earnings increased from $812.69 million …
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British Chamber of Commerce Calls on SMEs to Join and Benefit from Global Opportunities
The British Chamber of Commerce in Uganda has called upon Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across the country to take advantage of the opportunities the association offers by becoming members. …