IGG orders Uganda Revenue Authority to recover 40 billion shillings in gold taxes

Gold exporters now have to pay billions of shillings in arrears to the taxman. Uganda's mining sector has seen a significant surge in revenue, with gold being one of the key minerals driving growth.

Uganda's gold exports soared to a record $964.6m in October, marking a 135% surge in earnings. The windfall provides a ...

ULC plans to cancel thousands of wrongfully issued freehold titles, sparking controversy with district land boards. The move aims to recover lost government revenue and land.

ULC Launches Audit to Reclaim Public Land, Targets Irregular Titles

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

16/12/2025

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ULC plans to cancel thousands of wrongfully issued freehold titles, sparking controversy with district land boards. The move aims to ...

Uganda faces a staggering 3 trillion shilling fiscal loss annually as illicit alcohol consumption, driven by extreme affordability, accounts for 40% of the total market value.

Uganda Faces Billions in Tax Losses from Thriving Illicit Alcohol Trade

by Juliette Namakula | Assistant Editor

22/05/2025

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KAMPALA, Uganda — The consumption of traditional, unregulated alcoholic beverages in Uganda, commonly known as artisanal illicit alcohol, increased to ...

Sports betting has evolved into a multi-billion-dollar industry, reshaping economies around the world. This article explores the economic implications of sports betting, including its contribution to job creation, tax revenues, and technological advancements, while also addressing potential challenges such as regulation and societal concerns.

How Sports Betting Affects National and International Economy

by JAVIRA SSEBWAMI | PUBLIC EDITOR

27/01/2025

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Sports betting has witnessed significant growth in Kenya over recent years, becoming a major contributor to the country's economic framework. ...

PSFU, UMA and other stakeholders appearing before Parliament committee

Digital Tax Stamps crucial for uganda’s economic progress, MPs say

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

01/11/2024

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PSFU, UMA and other stakeholders appearing before Parliament committee KAMPALA — Officials from the Private Sector Foundation of Uganda (PSFU) ...

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