What happened in the early hours of May 4, 2026, was not just a break-in. It was a direct hit on the core of Uganda’s financial system. The headquarters of …
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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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Why Are More Ugandans Choosing SACCOs Over Banks to Save?
For years, the financial path for many Ugandan professionals was clear; open an account with a major commercial bank, earn a steady salary, and rely on that bank for loans …
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Parliament’s Budget Committee has raised concerns over Uganda’s fiscal position after the country’s total public debt rose to Shs118 trillion by the end of FY2024/25, pushing the debt-to-GDP ratio to …
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Uganda Shilling Strengthens Amid Rising Foreign Exchange Inflows
Uganda’s financial markets remained upbeat in July 2025 as the Ugandan Shilling continued its steady appreciation against the US Dollar for the fourth consecutive month. According to the Performance of …
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BoU Urges Ugandans to Report Mobile Money Fraud Through Proper Channels
Bank of Uganda (BoU) Governor, Michael Atingi-Ego has called on mobile money users across the country to take a proactive approach in reporting suspected fraud, emphasizing the need to follow …
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The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Uganda (BoU) voted to maintain the Central Bank Rate (CBR) at 9.75%. The decision reflects a cautious yet growth-supportive monetary policy …
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The Business Case for Licensing Mobile Money Operators in Uganda
Mobile money has become a central pillar of Uganda’s financial ecosystem, transforming how people transact, save, and access essential services. With over 35 million registered accounts and trillions of shillings …
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Uganda’s Treasury Bill Yields Climb as Investors Seek Higher Returns
The latest Treasury Bills (T-Bills) data from the Bank of Uganda paints a clear picture of an upward shift in yields across all maturity periods. Investors are now being rewarded …
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Uganda’s Inflation Slows to 3.8% in July 2025 as Food and Fuel Prices Ease
Uganda’s annual headline inflation slightly declined to 3.8% in July 2025, down from 3.9% in June, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released by the Uganda Bureau …
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