Business
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569Beyond Billions: Why Uganda should recognise Tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia’s contribution to nation-building
Beyond his billionaire status, Sudhir Ruparelia's investments in hospitality, education, real estate and philanthropy highlight his contribution to Uganda's private sector development.
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390Mobile Money’s Expansion and the Businesses Behind It
The GSMA says global mobile money transactions exceeded $2.1 trillion in 2025. But transaction values do not equal company revenue, making active...
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387South Africa Confronts Digital Payment Fraud
South Africa’s rapidly expanding digital economy is creating new opportunities for businesses, but it is also exposing companies to a growing challenge:...
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344Sheena Ruparelia: The woman shaping the future of the wealthy Ruparelia Group
As a director at the family-owned conglomerate, Sheena is involved in overseeing major investments and developments across Uganda's hospitality and property sectors,...
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621Busoga Kingdom hails Indian community for shaping Jinja’s economic and cultural heritage
The recognition was made during a cultural celebration featuring the Garba dance in honour of Shakti, the divine feminine, where kingdom leaders...
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750MPs Give Akol Seven Days to Unravel Number Plate Deal
Parliament’s Committee on Physical Infrastructure has ordered Auditor General Edward Akol to investigate the Intelligent Transport Management System (ITMS) and submit preliminary...
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1.6KNamayingo Farmers Demand CN Sugar Licence as Market Crisis Deepens
Furious sugarcane farmers in Namayingo District have confronted members of the Sugar Council, demanding an explanation for the prolonged delay in licensing...
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6.5KHow URSB is using ADR, Quasi-Judicial role to ease commercial disputes
URSB Registrar General Mercy K. Kainobwisho said unresolved commercial disputes involving intellectual property ownership, company shareholding and management, governance and membership can...
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1.8KWoman loses Shs68m suit against Stanbic in FlexiPay fraud claim
Nakku's troubles began on February 6, 2023, when she lost her mobile phone. The following day, unknown individuals allegedly registered her account...
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27.0KURSB eyes UGX87bn after record revenue, swift business registration in digital reforms
The Bureau is targeting UGX87.087 billion in Non-Tax Revenue during FY2026/27 while continuing to support enterprise development, investment, innovation and Uganda's broader...
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32.8KMogo Pledges Fair motorcycle financing for Busoga Boda Boda riders
Addressing the meeting, Mogo Sales Officer Mutoigo Cornelius said the company is adopting a customer-centred financing model that prioritizes transparency, financial literacy...
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83.4KSpeke Resort Convention Centre earns IAPCO Partnership in global meetings milestone
By joining IAPCO, Speke Resort Convention Centre further reinforces its commitment to international best practices while increasing its visibility among global event...
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12.7KInside Ruparelia Empire: How one family built one of Uganda’s largest business conglomerates
From arriving in Britain as refugees after Idi Amin's 1972 expulsion of Asians to building one of East Africa's largest privately owned...
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2.1KMao calls for simpler global intellectual property systems at WIPO Assembly
The minister challenged member states and international institutions to simplify technical knowledge and translate complex intellectual property concepts into practical solutions that...
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URSB replaces OBRS with new e-Registry in major digital boost
The new e-Registry provides seamless access to business registration services, intellectual Property (IP) registration, copyright and neighbouring rights registration, insolvency services, security...
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1.2KURSB, Cente Tech explore digital partnership to expand access to e-registration services
The engagement comes as URSB continues implementing its digital transformation agenda aimed at making services such as business registration, intellectual property administration,...
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17.2KSpiro secures extra $55m investment to expand e-Mobility network across Africa
Spiro currently operates in seven African markets including Uganda and has established itself as the continent’s largest electric mobility platform, with more...
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1.3KEquity Bank Uganda names Henry Rugamba new Board Chair
Equity Bank also paid tribute to outgoing Board Chairperson Mark Ocitti for his contribution to Equity Uganda's growth and institutional development during...
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1.0KHow ‘Tunda She Trades’ is empowering women to build businesses that last
Tunda She Traders Katale Edition 4 has emerged as an important platform for women entrepreneurs, bringing together business leaders, financial experts, investors...
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1.0KGoldStar celebrates 30 years of excellence with strong AA(UG) Financial Strength Rating
According to GCR Ratings, GoldStar maintained a statutory capital adequacy ratio of 311 percent at the end of 2025, comfortably exceeding the...