Uganda Airlines launches direct flights to London Gatwick

Uganda Airlines CEO, Jenifer Bamuturaki, proudly flags off the maiden flight to Lusaka and Harare, marking a major milestone in the airline's expansion journey

Uganda Airlines CEO, Jenifer Bamuturaki, proudly flags off the maiden flight to London Uganda's national carrier, Uganda Airlines, has today ...

A coffee farmer harvests beans in Uganda. A new study suggests that with the right support, Uganda's coffee sector could generate more revenue than its oil reserves.

Uganda could earn more from coffee than oil, report finds

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

12/05/2025

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A coffee farmer harvests beans in Uganda. A new study suggests that with the right support, Uganda's coffee sector could ...

Uganda finalizes a land lease with the Naita-A-Tepeth community in Moroto for significant investment in mining and industry, including a key cement plant.

Govt secures 10,000 acres land for new cement manufacturing plant

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

03/05/2025

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Uganda finalizes a land lease with the Naita-A-Tepeth community in Moroto for significant investment in mining and industry, including a ...

President Museveni pledges renewed attention to Uganda's minimum wage, promising sector-specific solutions and addressing worker exploitation in upcoming Cabinet discussions.

Museveni Pledges Renewed Focus on Uganda Minimum Wage

by Julian Ninsiima | Reporter

02/05/2025

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NAKAPIRIPIRIT, Uganda — President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has renewed discussions on establishing a national minimum wage, pledging government attention to ...

President and the First Lady's arrival at Tuesday's International Education Day celebration in Kololo

Museveni urges Uganda to prioritize science, AI in education

by Julian Ninsiima | Reporter

30/04/2025

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President and the First Lady's arrival at Tuesday's International Education Day celebration in Kololo KOLOLO, Uganda — President Yoweri Museveni ...

Burkina Faso's young President Ibrahim Traoré is implementing ambitious reforms focused on national resources and self-reliance, potentially driving significant economic growth and development for the nation.

How President Ibrahim Traoré’s ambitious vision is driving Burkina Faso’s economic growth push

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

29/04/2025

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Burkina Faso's young President Ibrahim Traoré is implementing ambitious reforms focused on national resources and self-reliance, potentially driving significant economic ...

Japhet Aritho, the Managing Director Airtel Mobile Commerce Uganda Limited (PHOTO/Courtesy)

Airtel Money reports revenue growth amid increased expenses

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

28/04/2025

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Japhet Aritho, the Managing Director Airtel Mobile Commerce Uganda Limited (PHOTO/Courtesy) KAMPALA, Uganda — Airtel Mobile Commerce Uganda Limited (AMCUL), ...

2020, Uganda has seen a relatively higher rise compared to the neighboring countries, including the landlocked states.

SAMSON TINKA: UNOC era brings price stability to Ugandan fuel markets

by UG STANDARD EDITOR | UG STANDARD EDITORIAL

21/04/2025

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Since taking over petroleum imports in December 2023, Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) has brought price stability and consistent fuel ...

Secretary to the Treasury, Ramathan Ggoobi,

Govt tables seven new bills proposing sweeping tax reforms targeting income tax, vat, excise duty, betting

by OUR REPORTER | UG STANDARD

19/04/2025

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Secretary to the Treasury, Ramathan Ggoobi, KAMPALA, Uganda — The Ugandan government has introduced seven new legislative bills proposing significant ...

Uganda hosts a trade and business forum in Kampala to explore opportunities with the UK ahead of Uganda Airlines' new direct London flight.

Uganda Airlines hosts trade forum ahead of UK flight launch

by Juliette Namakula | Assistant Editor

16/04/2025

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Uganda hosts a trade and business forum in Kampala to explore opportunities with the UK ahead of Uganda Airlines' new ...

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