Uganda is stepping up efforts to position itself as a leading global tourism hub, with the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities announcing that the 6th Bi-Annual Private Sector CEO …
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FinTech, Mobile Money and Uganda’s Revenue Puzzle
Across Africa, the rise of financial technology, popularly known as fintech has been nothing short of transformative. In little more than a decade, the continent has leapfrogged traditional banking models, …
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Why EACOP is Equipping Youth in Uganda with Vocational Skills
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd has stepped up efforts to restore livelihoods in communities affected by the pipeline project, graduating 456 youth from project-affected households in Gomba, …
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Uganda Strengthens Investor Confidence Through Strategic Engagements
Uganda is reinforcing its position as a prime investment destination following high-level meetings between the Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, the Head of State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), …
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UK Expands Mining Investments Across Africa Ahead of African Mining Week 2025
The United Kingdom is intensifying its investments in Africa’s mining industry, signaling a renewed commitment to the continent’s role as a global hub for critical and traditional minerals. With Africa …
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Uganda Tourism Gets Global Boost as Influencers Join Rwenzori Marathon
Uganda is set to receive a major tourism spotlight this week as the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), in partnership with the Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon, welcomes a dynamic group …
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Uganda Moves Up The Value Chain With 99.99% Pure Gold Refinery
Uganda has taken a major step toward industrializing its mineral sector with the commissioning of the Wagagai Gold Mining Project in Busia District. The state-of-the-art refinery is capable of producing …
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What You Need to Know in the Mandatory Local Marine Insurance for All Imports
All importers in Uganda are required to obtain marine cargo insurance from licensed local insurers, in accordance with new regulations from the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) and the Insurance Regulatory …
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What the MoU UNBS Signed With China Certification And Inspection Group Is Meant To Achieve
The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the China Certification and Inspection Group Company Ltd (CCIC) aimed at promoting bilateral cooperation between …
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Uganda and Egypt Forge Stronger Economic Ties, Eye Boost in Trade and Investment
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s three-day working state visit to Egypt has paved the way for deeper economic cooperation between the two Nile-linked nations, with both leaders committing to strengthening trade, …