From Modest Beginnings to Major Milestone: A Distributor’s 10-Year Journey with Coca-Cola

CAIRO, Egypt – The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) on Tuesday challenged the negative outlook assigned by Fitch Ratings, stating its ...

Fitch Downgrades Afreximbank to ‘BBB-‘; Outlook Negative

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FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Germany – Fitch Ratings announced Wednesday it has downgraded the African Export-Import Bank's (Afreximbank) Long-Term Issuer Default ...

The Leader of Opposition in Parliament (LOP), Joel Ssenyonyi

LOP petitions government as EPS tickets bite harder

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KAMPALA- Hon Joel Ssenyonyi, the leader of opposition, has written to Gen Katumba Wamala, the Minister of Works and Transport, ...

Experts on a panel in Kampala emphasize the critical role of Early Childhood Development (ECD) in shaping Uganda's human capital and driving national progress. They highlighted the urgent need for renewed action to address significant developmental gaps and secure the nation's future.

Experts push for urgent ECD action in Uganda amid development gaps

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Experts on a panel in Kampala emphasize the critical role of Early Childhood Development (ECD) in shaping Uganda's human capital ...

Ugandan parliamentary report exposes glaring irregularities in a controversial traffic monitoring system contract with a Russian firm, warning of motorist exploitation.

Parliamentary report flags fraud in Russian traffic system deal

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

10/06/2025

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Ugandan parliamentary report exposes glaring irregularities in a controversial traffic monitoring system contract with a Russian firm, warning of motorist ...

Umeme Limited accepts $118 million buyout offer from Uganda government, despite initially expecting $234 million, and plans to appeal decision.

Umeme pursues $292M compensation claim in London arbitration

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

10/06/2025

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Uganda's Umeme pursues a $292 million arbitration case against the government in London over a contract dispute, impacting its financial ...

Bank of Uganda Deputy Governor Augustus Nuwagaba emphasizes the need for financial institutions to embrace the fintech revolution for economic transformation and inclusion.

Deputy Governor calls for digital financial shift in Uganda

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Bank of Uganda Deputy Governor Augustus Nuwagaba emphasizes the need for financial institutions to embrace the fintech revolution for economic ...

Govt Clarifies Speed Limits as New Electronic Penalty System Imposes Stiff Fines

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10/06/2025

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KAMPALA, UGANDA – The Ministry of Works and Transport and the Intelligent Transport Monitoring System Uganda (ITMS) have issued updated ...

The celebration will bring together various stakeholders, including local farmers, policymakers, non-governmental organizations, and international development partners. The event will feature exhibitions showcasing agricultural technologies, innovative farming practices, and community food programs as part of the day’s activities.

Policy failures fuel Uganda’s reliance on imported food

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Local market vendors in Kampala display fresh produce, yet much of what they sell — from onions to oranges — ...

From Modest Beginnings to Major Milestone: A Distributor’s 10-Year Journey with Coca-Cola

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MBARARA, Uganda— Peter Rwabunyegera, an official Coca-Cola distributor, is celebrating a decade of remarkable growth and resilience in Mbarara, culminating ...