News & Analysis

How Biodiversity Impacts the Future of Uganda’s Agricultural Sector

by CEO ReporterAgricultureHospitality & TourismJanuary 23, 2025January 23, 2025

By Trevor Lutalo With over 18,783 species of flora and fauna, Uganda is home to more than 10% of the world’s bird species and boasts 712 protected areas covering over…

Uganda High Commission, New Delhi is set to participate in the prestigious Outbound Travel Market in India

by Brian EmorutGlobal NewsGovernment AgenciesMinistries, Agencies & DepartmentsJanuary 23, 2025January 23, 2025

Uganda High Commission, New Delhi in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Tourism Wildlife and Antiquities, Uganda Airlines, Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) and Uganda Wildlife Authority(UWA) is…

Airtel Africa in strategic collaboration with top African artists to promote better data usage

by Brian EmorutCompany NewsEast AfricaICTJanuary 21, 2025January 21, 2025

Airtel Africa, a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services across 14 African countries, has partnered with three internationally renowned African artistes, Fally Ipupa (Democratic Republic of Congo), Diamond…

Tough times for Uganda as President Trump suspends US foreign aid for three months, cuts WHO and climate funding

by CEO East Africa MagazineAfricaAfricaCEOsEast AfricaFinanceGlobal NewsIndustry & AnalysisMinistries, Agencies & DepartmentsNews & AnalysisPolitics & GovernmentState HouseThe Big StoryJanuary 21, 2025January 21, 2025

Uganda, a major recipient of America’s foreign aid, could find herself in a tough position after the 47th President of the United States of America, Donald Trump issued an executive…

MUBS EIIC continues to nurture innovation through its exchange program with the Technology University in the Netherlands

by Brian EmorutAgricultureICTTechnologyJanuary 20, 2025January 20, 2025

On January 15th, the mentors at the Makerere University Business School Entrepreneurship, Incubation and Innovation Centre led by Remmie Kirunda Katare together with 3 interns from the Technology University Netherlands,…

Understanding Rwanda’s Fintech Regulatory Sandbox for Capital Markets

by Claude NshimiyimanaBanking & InsuranceICTThought LeadershipJanuary 20, 2025January 20, 2025

In a significant stride towards promoting financial innovation, the Capital Market Authority (CMA) of Rwanda has introduced Guidelines n° 002/CMA_G/2023, dated 27/04/2023. These guidelines govern the Fintech Regulatory Sandbox for…

Kareem Ghaly Appointed Head of MENA at Alta Semper Capital LLP in Cairo, Egypt

by Brian EmorutBanking & InsuranceCompany NewsGlobal NewsJanuary 20, 2025January 20, 2025

Kareem Ghaly has been appointed as the Head of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region at Alta Semper Capital LLP, with operations based in Cairo, Egypt. Bringing with…

DOB Equity Invests in Spouts International to Transform Access to Clean Water in East Africa

by Brian EmorutCompany NewsJanuary 20, 2025January 20, 2025

East Africa’s impact investment leader, DOB Equity has announced an investment in Spouts International, a company transforming access to clean water with its locally manufactured ceramic water filters, branded as…

Dr. Chris Baryomunsi implores New Airtel MD Mr. Soumendra Sahu to build on ICT

by Brian EmorutCompany NewsICTTechnologyJanuary 20, 2025January 20, 2025

The Honourable Minister of ICT and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi on Thursday officially welcomed Airtel Uganda’s New Managing Director, Mr. Soumendra Sahu and challenged him to add on the…

Taxing Vacant Land: A Bold Step Toward Equity and Growth

by Genevieve KampiireNews & AnalysisThought LeadershipJanuary 20, 2025January 20, 2025

Uganda’s urban centers, especially Kampala, face a growing dilemma. Cities are expanding, housing demand is soaring, yet vast tracts of land remain idle. This underutilized land hinders economic growth, fuels…