Politics & Government

ATAF, AfDB Celebrate 10 Years of Domestic Resource Mobilisation in Africa

by Trevor LutaloCompany NewsGovernment AgenciesMinistries, Agencies & DepartmentsJanuary 23, 2025March 15, 2025

The African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have marked ten years of collaboration dedicated to advancing Africa’s development through enhanced Domestic Resource mobilisation (DRM). ATAF…

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Uganda’s oil projects hit by delays, funding shortfalls – Auditor General says 

by CEO ReporterAfricaAfricaCompany NewsEast AfricaFinanceGlobal NewsGovernment AgenciesIndustry & AnalysisMining/Oil & GasMinistries, Agencies & DepartmentsNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryJanuary 23, 2025January 23, 2025

The Auditor General, Edward Akol, has noted with concern that the Tilenga and KingFisher Development Area oil projects in western Uganda are behind schedule in hitting completion targets, with some…

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UTB, Emirates Airlines Host Delegates for Trade FAM Trip

by Trevor LutaloGovernment AgenciesMinistries, Agencies & DepartmentsThe Executive TravelerTravelJanuary 23, 2025March 15, 2025

The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) working  with Emirates Airlines and the Uganda Embassy in Abu Dhabi, has kicked off a Familiarization (FAM) trip aimed at enhancing the visibility of Uganda…

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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…

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Government Deactivates 4,149 Employees from January Payroll Over Validation Irregularities

by Brian EmorutGovernment AgenciesMinistries, Agencies & DepartmentsThe Big StoryJanuary 23, 2025January 23, 2025

The Government of Uganda has deactivated 4,149 employees from the January 2025 payroll following a second-round validation and headcount exercise conducted by the Ministry of Public Service. This decision was…

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MAN OF THE WEEK: Edward Akol, Uganda’s Auditor General

by Muhereza KyamuteteraPolitics & GovernmentThe Big StoryJanuary 21, 2025January 28, 2025

Edward Akol assumed the mantle of Auditor General in January 2024, bringing with him a renewed sense of purpose and determination. His foreword to the annual report underscores his commitment…

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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…

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Gov’t Agencies owe National Water UGX 73 billion in unpaid water bills

by Paul MurungiAfricaCEOsFood & DrinkGovernment AgenciesIndustry & AnalysisMinistries, Agencies & DepartmentsNews & AnalysisPolitics & GovernmentThe Big StoryJanuary 18, 2025January 18, 2025

Government offices have continued to default on water bills which have ballooned to UGX 73 billion as the burden shifts to ordinary Ugandans who shoulder most of the payments. Details submitted…

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Understanding Rwanda’s New Gambling Policy

by Jean Claude NshimiyimanaMinistries, Agencies & DepartmentsThe Big StoryThought LeadershipJanuary 15, 2025January 15, 2025

The gambling industry in Rwanda is undergoing a transformative shift as the government rolls out its Rwanda Gambling Policy, a comprehensive framework designed to ensure that the sector contributes positively…

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What Do Investors Who Set Up Their HQ in Rwanda Benefit?

by Jean Claude NshimiyimanaAfricaGovernment AgenciesMinistries, Agencies & DepartmentsThought LeadershipJanuary 13, 2025January 13, 2025

Rwanda has become an increasingly attractive destination for international companies looking to establish their headquarters or regional offices in Africa. Through its progressive policies outlined in the Law N° 006/2021…

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