Last year, in April, the Anti-Counterfeit Authority of Kenya (ACA) and Uganda’s Anti-Counterfeit Network (ACN Africa) teamed up to combat counterfeits in the East African region. They signed a Memorandum …
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ATAF Releases Guide for Implementing Voluntary Disclosure Programme, Offering Crucial Insights and Guidance to African Tax Administrations
As African nations grapple with the imperative to enhance revenue generation, the African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) unveils its latest guide, providing comprehensive guidance on implementing Voluntary Disclosure Programmes (VDPs). …
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NDPIV to provide 885,000 jobs annually over the 5 year implementation period
The Minister of State for Planning, Hon. Amos Lugoloobi, has revealed that on 26 March 2024, the Cabinet approved the Strategic Direction for the fourth National Development Plan (NDPIV) that …
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By Ian Rumanyika The relationship between the private sector and public sector is a non-negotiable connection that ties policies, fosters innovation, and drives economic prosperity. According to the World Bank, …
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Business forums are platforms that bring together entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers and industry experts to discuss trade and investment opportunities, share knowledge and build relationships. These forums provide a conducive environment …
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Driving Growth Through Enhanced Customer Relations: dfcu Bank Initiates Comprehensive Customer Engagement Program.
On the official commemoration of it’s 60th year oof existence and operation in Uganda, dfcu Bank’s Chief Executive Officer, Charles Mudiwa, noted that the Bank’s success over the last decades …
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Uganda grapples with high levels of unemployment and slow economic growth. This was exacerbated by the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic which caused massive job layoffs across all sectors and …
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Stanbic promises 100% financing for Ugandans seeking to buy houses in new lending campaign
Ugandans hoping to live under their own roof and end renting have a new opportunity to do so with 100% financing from Stanbic Bank, courtesy of a new lending campaign …
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Stanbic Bank Wins URA’s Best Client Service Bank 2024 Award
Stanbic Bank Uganda has won the award for Best Client Service Bank 2024 during a high-profile gala event recently hosted by the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) in Kampala. The country’s …
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Uganda Breweries announces UGX100 million sponsorship for the 8th Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo
Uganda Breweries Limited on May 16, 2024, announced a partnership with the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB). Through this partnership, a UGX100 million sponsorship has been committed towards the 8th edition …