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MTN’s Sylvia Mulinge to deliver keynote at 15th Brand Africa Awards in Kampala

Kampala, Uganda: Uganda will this Friday, August 15, host the 15th Anniversary of the prestigious Brand Africa Awards at the Kampala Serena...

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From Kampala to the World: How Nsambya Furniture has set a new benchmark in African Woodcraft

Nsambya, Kampala (UG):- In the heart of Nsambya, a Kampala suburb often associated with bustling trade and informal workshops, a quiet design...

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What MTN’s mobile money separation means for customers, fintech world

Kampala, Uganda: In a landmark decision with far-reaching implications for Uganda’s digital economy and Africa’s fintech landscape, shareholders of MTN Group this...

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Goldstar’s new ‘Claims App’ to cut insurance delays for Ugandans

Kampala, Uganda: Goldstar Insurance Company Ltd has unveiled a cutting-edge mobile application that allows customers to instantly report and manage insurance claims...

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The Living Group, Ruparelia Family dedicate new Vista Apartments Naguru to late son Rajiv

Naguru, Uganda: The Ruparelia Group and its new real estate wing, The Living Group, on Friday unveiled the ultra-modern Vista Apartments Naguru,...

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URA targets developers in crackdown on Property Tax Evasion

Kampala, Uganda: Uganda’s tax-collecting body, Uganda Revenue Authority -URA, has intensified efforts to curb rampant tax evasion in the lucrative real estate...

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Uganda overtakes Ethiopia to become Africa’s biggest Coffee exporter with over $2 billion earnings

Kampala, Uganda: In a transformative milestone for the nation’s economy, Uganda has officially dethroned Ethiopia to become Africa’s premier coffee exporter, showcasing...

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UK–Africa Business Summit to unlock billions in trade deals for Uganda, Africa

The 2025 UK-Africa Business Summit aims to expand market access for African exports, increase capital inflow for transformative ventures, and create cross-border...

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Airtel’s Shs50b dividend shows Museveni’s strategy working

By Ben Ssebuguzi A few days ago, Airtel Managing Director Mr. Soumendra Sahu handed over UGX 50 billion in dividends to the...

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Speke Resort Convention Centre to host 2025 UNESCO Africa Engineering Week

Kampala, Uganda: Uganda has secured the rights to host the 2025 UNESCO Africa Engineering Week and the 9th African Engineering Conference at...

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Uganda’s top insurer, Goldstar Insurance, secures AA rating in latest GCR scorecard

Kampala, Uganda: Uganda’s top and most reliable insurance firm, Goldstar Insurance Company Limited, has reaffirmed its national financial strength rating of AA(UG)...

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PostBank to change name to Pearl Bank

Kampala, Uganda: The shareholders of PostBank Uganda have approved a proposal to change the institution’s name to Pearl Bank Uganda Limited, in...

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Muganga calls for patriotism over politics as Uganda Airlines makes maiden London-Gatwick flight

Kampala, Uganda: As Uganda Airlines marked a new milestone with the launch of its direct flights to London Gatwick, Dr. Lawrence Muganga,...

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Centenary Bank named Uganda’s Best Microfinance Commercial Bank

Kampala, Uganda: Centenary Rural Development Bank, popular as Centenary Bank, has been crowned as the Best Microfinance Commercial Bank at the Uganda...

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aBi Finance equips microfinance leaders with ESG tools for sustainable impact

Kampala, Uganda: aBi Finance has launched an intensive training program targeting top leaders of Uganda’s Tier 4 financial institutions, SACCOs, and microfinance...

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Billionaire Sudhir, wife Jyotsna, to fulfill Rajiv’s dream for daughter with ‘Inara Tower’ project

Kampala, Uganda: The Ruparelia family has announced plans to construct a landmark real estate project, Inara Tower, after Rajiv Ruparelia’s only daughter,...

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Pride Microfinance becomes Pride Bank after 30 years

Kampala, Uganda: Pride Microfinance (MDI) has officially rebranded to Pride Bank Limited, marking a historic transition from a Tier III microfinance deposit-taking...

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Billionaire Property Mogul, Sudhir Ruparelia shares timeless tips for successful real estate investment in Uganda

Kampala, Uganda: Uganda’s most successful property mogul, Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, has advised current and aspiring real estate investors to embrace patience, strategic...

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Abdullah Almusaibeeh Takes Over BADEA Leadership as Africa’s Financial Focus Grows

Nairobi, Kenya: The Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) is entering a new era following the appointment of Abdullah Almusaibeeh...

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Carrefour customers to win millions as it celebrates fourth anniversary in Uganda

IN SUMMARY: Kampala, (UG)–: Carrefour, owned and operated by Majid Al Futtaim in Uganda is set to reward its loyal customers with...

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BoU shuts down EFC Uganda Limited, Here’s why!

Kampala, (UG): The Central Bank of Uganda has announced that it has shut down operations of EFC Uganda Limited, a microfinance company...

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Housing Finance Bank unveils ‘Fuuka Don’ salary loan campaign to enable Ugandans achieve 2024 goals

Kampala, (UG): Housing Finance Bank has launched the ‘Fuuka Don’ salary loan campaign in a reaffirmation of its commitment to enabling financial...

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MTN Uganda named official telecom partner for NAM, G77+ China summits

Kampala, (UG): With Uganda poised to host the highly anticipated 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and G77 + China Third South Summits, MTN...