Author: Daniel Muwanguzi

The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD) through the Mines Department has reaffirmed that the establishment of mineral markets and buying centers is at the core of the social economic transformation and a significant step towards formalizing mineral trade, enhancing transparency, and increasing government revenue. Speaking during a Consultative workshop on the proposed Mineral Markets and buying center Regulations in Kassanda District on 26th May, 2026 , Ms Agnes Alaba, the Commissioner Mines said government has enacted several policies and regulations, including the Mining and Minerals Act 2022, the Mining and Mineral (Licensing) Regulations, 2023, and several other regulations, as well as adhering to…

dfcu Bank and MTN Uganda have launched the second phase of the Advancing Women Entrepreneurs (AWE 2.0) programme to accelerate women-owned businesses into scalable, corporate-ready enterprises across Uganda. The enhanced programme builds on the success of the inaugural AWE cohort launched in March 2024 and reflects a shared commitment by dfcu Bank, MTN Uganda, and ecosystem partners to strengthen women entrepreneurship through access to finance, markets, business training, digital adoption, mentorship, and procurement opportunities. AWE 2.0 seeks to bridge one of the most persistent challenges facing women entrepreneurs in Uganda: the transition from informal business operations into structured, investment-ready enterprises capable…

NCBA Bank Uganda has injected a UGX 40 million sponsorship for the just concluded Gulu Property Expo and Acholi Real Estate and Infrastructure Conference. The expo that was held in collaboration with the property management firm, Knight Frank, is a strategic platform focused on unlocking investment, development, and growth opportunities within Northern Uganda, particularly Gulu City and the surrounding regions. Held at the Acholi Inn Hotel on May 22, 2026, the conference brought together policymakers, developers, investors, financial institutions, landowners, High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs), and other industry stakeholders to discuss northern Uganda’s fast-emerging property and infrastructure opportunities. Gulu City…

Stanbic Bank Uganda has unveiled the 12 regional finalists advancing to the national stage of the Stanbic National Schools Championship, with the grand finale scheduled for August this year. The finalists emerged after an intensive five-day boot camp held at Gayaza High School in Wakiso District, where more than 200 schools competed for a chance to win a share of the UGX 150 million prize pool and a fully paid educational trip to South Africa. The regional finalists include Lira Town College, Comboni College, and Cotn Marani Honors High School from Northern Uganda; Iganga S.S, Ngora High School, and Kakira…

Centenary Rural Development Group Limited (“Centenary Group”), Uganda’s leading financial services holding group, and Huawei Technologies (Uganda) Company Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), establishing a strategic partnership to accelerate the digital transformation of the Group and its subsidiaries. The signing marks the most consequential technology commitment in Centenary Group’s four-decade history; one rooted not in technology for its own sake, but in a conviction that digital transformation, done right, changes livelihoods. The partnership is the direct result of a high-level benchmark visit undertaken in April 2026, when the Governance and Executive Leadership of Centenary Group and…

MTN Uganda has officially launched the second phase of its Advancing Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) programme, reinforcing its commitment to empowering women-led businesses through supply-chain inclusion, digital transformation and enterprise growth. Originally launched in October 2023 as a three-year initiative running until November 2026, the AWE programme was established to increase the participation of women-owned businesses within MTN Uganda’s supply chain ecosystem across sectors including IT, technical network services, commercial operations and facility management. Since inception, the programme has recorded significant impact. Over 40 women-owned enterprises secured contracts worth more than UGX 18 billion during the first phase of implementation, while…

The Kenyan Coast is increasingly anchoring the strong performance of the East African market into Kenya, as regional travel from Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda continues to drive tourism growth and sustain year-round business for coastal hotels and resorts. This momentum was evident during the ongoing Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) 2026 in Kampala, where a strong delegation of Kenyan Coast hotels, resorts and tourism stakeholders intensified regional partnerships and marketing efforts targeting intra-African travel. Speaking at the expo, Tourism Principal Secretary John Ololtuaa said the Kenyan Coast remains central to Kenya’s regional tourism strategy due to its unique mix…

Mr. Mwenda, thank you for declaring me senile and incapable of judging right. You will, however, discover that at 82, I am still able to defend Uganda and myself with the Bible, the AK-47 and the pen. You are supposed to be a journalist. Why do you not interview these “conmen” such as Magoola, Senfuka, etc.? They are here in Uganda. They are where you can reach them and even the assets they have put on the ground. Visit Magoola’s factories in Matugga and Kamuli. Interview People who testify that they were cured by Senfuka’s mixture of herbs. Visit Tugume’s…

A new joint report by the Ministry of Works and Transport, Uganda Police Force, Ministry of Education and  Sports, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), and Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS) has revealed significant progress in improving road safety awareness among primary school pupils across Uganda. The report, released today, highlights the impact of the Safe Kids, Safe Future road safety sensitisation campaign, which successfully reached nearly 10,000 learners. Conducted between November 2025 and April 2026, the campaign engaged approximately 9,700 pupils in 12 primary schools across Kampala, Mbale, Fort Portal, and Mbarara. Through interactive learning sessions, practical demonstrations, visual aids,…

Every year on May 22, the international community marks the United Nations International Day for Biological Diversity to raise global awareness about the accelerating loss of our planet’s species and ecosystems. This day unites people worldwide to protect nature. It serves as a reminder that conserving habitats is crucial for our own food security, clean water, and climate stability. This year, the global celebration centers on the official theme, “Acting locally for global impact,” which highlights the profound truth that global plans to protect life on earth, such as the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, live or die based on small-scale…