Excessive bureaucracy in the public sector is a hotbed for corruption. Add greed, some guile, a good measure of networking and regularly sprinkle with cash and you have a well-oiled …
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Every so often, the issue of the minimum wage crops up. Then, people will argue for and against it before the debate runs out of steam and the issue is …
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The USA government on January 20, 2025, issued a groundbreaking directive through a memorandum from the White House. This memorandum declared the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Global …
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Business and Economic Survival in a Year of Politics and Opportunity.
As the country braces for a year where politics and economics intertwine with unprecedented intensity, with presidential, parliamentary, and local council elections slated for 2026, the coming months will be …
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The rise of the digital economy: A borderless revolution shaping the future of business.
The digital economy is a transformative force redefining how businesses operate, governments collect revenue, and individuals interact with markets. It leverages technologies like the internet, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, blockchain, …
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Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) are crucial to the global economy, especially in developing nations where they form the economic backbone. In Uganda, MSMEs account for around 90% of …
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In Uganda, the digital economy has been steadily growing, driven by increased internet penetration, the proliferation of mobile devices, and a burgeoning tech-savvy population. This growth is evident in the …
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In Uganda, the business environment is intricately linked with the expectations of tax authorities, particularly regarding Value Added Tax (VAT) on goods and services. The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) enforces …
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Money in vs money out? Rethinking Africa’s climate financing solutions
Reflecting on the recent COP29 summit, Msizi Khoza, Head: ESG, Absa Corporate & Investment Banking, explores why the global race for capital to fund positive climate action means African countries …
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WHY EVERY YOUNG PERSON SHOULD CONSIDER JOINING A SACCO – A PATH TO FINANCIAL INCLUSION AND STABILITY
Witten by Joshua Kato- CPA- ACCA – CTA – DITRA – BIDA – ADIT Chartered Accountant and Tax Advisor When was the moment you discovered the wisdom in investing and …