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BREAKING: UEDCL Board Chair Terminated, MD Sent on Forced Leave Amid Reported Shake-up
Uncertainty has gripped Uganda’s electricity sector following reports that top managers at the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) have been sacked, although official details remain unclear. Sources within the Ministry of
Cybersecurity in the Boardroom: Why CEOs Must Lead from the Front
Cybersecurity has crossed a critical threshold. What was once a technical safeguard has become a defining test of leadership, resilience, and organisational survival. As threats grow
Four Senior Ugandan Oil Officials Honoured with Presidential Awards
Four senior officials at the forefront of Uganda’s oil and gas sector were recognised with Presidential Recognition Awards during this year’s Labour Day celebrations, in honour of their contribution to advancing the country’s oil and gas ambitions. Mr. Ali Ssekatawa, Director Legal and Corporate Affairs at the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), led the list of awardees. He was recognised for his central role on the government’s technical team that negotiated and concluded the commercial and legal frameworks underpinning Uganda’s
Uganda’s Real Estate Sector at a Defining Inflection Point: What the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026 Means for Investors, Developers & the Diaspora
Uganda’s real estate sector—long regarded as one of the strongest drivers of urban growth, employment creation, and private investment—is entering a moment of heightened regulatory attention and uncertainty. The proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026 (Bill No. 13) signals a significant shift in how foreign participation, capital flows, and cross-border partnerships may be governed. While the intent is to safeguard national sovereignty, the structure of the bill raises important questions about its potential impact on investment confidence, financing accessibility, and
Dangote to Lead East Africa Oil Refinery Project in Tanzania
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has pledged to lead the construction of a major oil refinery in East Africa, signaling a significant shift in the region’s push to reduce reliance on imported fuel. According to Bloomberg, Dangote made the commitment during the Africa We Build Summit 2026 in Nairobi, where regional leaders outlined plans for a joint refinery project in Tanzania. The proposed facility will be located in the northeastern port city of Tanga and will be supported by a
Uganda Targets Industrial Growth Through Strengthened China Investment Partnerships
Uganda is positioning itself as a leading investment destination in Africa by leveraging its long-standing partnership with China
Bank of Uganda Warns Sovereignty Bill Could Trigger an Economic Crisis
Bank of Uganda (BoU) has warned that the proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, if passed
Rankings & Lists
Fraud Alert: Fake Sudhir Ruparelia Accounts Increase on X, Raising Cybersecurity Concerns
A growing wave of impersonation accounts mimicking Ugandan business magnate Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia has triggered fresh warnings from cybersecurity experts, authorities, and the public, highlighting the increasing sophistication of online fraud schemes.
#CEOOfTheWeek: Mumba Kalifungwa — Unlocking Stanbic’s Lending Power to Drive Uganda’s Growth
When Mumba Kalifungwa stepped into the role of Chief Executive Officer at
How dfcu Bank Helped Agnes Mbabazi Turn Agrifarm Into a Ugandan Agribusiness Force
As Uganda celebrates International Women’s Day 2026, Agnes Mbabazi’s success story of
PROFILE: Birungyi Cephas Kagyenda — The Making of One of Uganda’s Leading Tax Lawyers
Tell us a bit about the firm, Birungyi, Barata & Advocates. To
Emirates’ Flagship A380 Returns with Starlink Next-Generation Wi-Fi
Emirates is once again redefining the inflight experience with the return of its flagship Airbus A380; now equipped with next-generation Starlink Wi-Fi, marking a global first for the world’s largest passenger aircraft. The upgraded A380, which recently returned to Dubai following installation and certification in Newquay, UK, introduces a dramatic leap in onboard connectivity. With three Starlink antennas installed per
Behind Every Step, A Child’s Story: Why Uganda Must Show Up for the 2026 Childhood Cancer Colour Run
On Saturday, May 17, 2026, Kampala will once again be awash in colour, energy, and purpose
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Economy, Policy & Regulation
Understanding the Proposed Changes to the Stamp Duty Act, 2026
By Ankit Jangla, Bruno Kalibbala and Bruno Edwin Amanya The Stamp Duty (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introduces several measures designed to enhance administrative efficiency, modernise record-keeping requirements, and expand the tax base to
Important Things You Need to Know About the Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026
By Ankit Jangla, Bruno Kalibala, and Bruno Edwin Amanya The Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026, represents a strategic effort by the Government of Uganda to modernise tax administration and foster a
Cash Is Expensive: Could Lower Mobile Money Taxes Save Uganda Billions?
Uganda is paying heavily to keep cash alive. Every year, trillions of shillings are absorbed into an economy still built around physical currency through the systems that print, transport, secure, store, and
