Author: Daniel Muwanguzi

The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) Uganda, in partnership with the Uganda Securities Exchange (USE), has successfully hosted the East Africa Capital Markets Conference (EACMC 2025) at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel under the theme: “Shaping East Africa’s Capital Markets through Digital Transformation and Sustainable Finance.” The two-day regional conference, held from October 16–17, 2025, brought together policymakers, regulators, CEOs of regional securities exchanges and regulators, fund managers, issuers, investors, and thought leaders from across the East African Community to discuss emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges in capital market development. In her opening remarks, Mrs. Josephine Okui Ossiya, Chief Executive Officer of…

Glovo, a leading technological platform connecting customers, businesses, and riders, offering multicategory on-demand services from local restaurants, grocers and supermarkets, announced a significant milestone in its partnership with community-based organization Haba Na Haba. By leveraging Glovo’s technology and extensive courier network, the partnership has successfully rescued and distributed 2,712,061 meals to food-insecure communities since its inception in March 2024. At the heart of the partnership is Haba Na Haba’s innovative food rescue model from local markets, which has significantly scaled its impact in the fight against food insecurity and waste. This rescued food is then swiftly distributed to beneficiaries on…

The XIX Midterm Ministerial Review Meeting of the Coordinating Bureau of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) officially opened today at Speke Resort Munyonyo in Kampala, Uganda, bringing together foreign ministers, heads of delegations, and representatives from across the Global South to deliberate on pressing global issues and reaffirm their shared commitment to peace, cooperation, and sustainable development. The session began with a solemn tribute to Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, the former Prime Minister of Kenya, who passed away earlier in the day as the meeting was convening. Delegates observed a moment of silence in recognition of his life and legacy…

The Director General of the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), Mr. Fred K. Bamwesigye, opened the 20th NAFISAT Supervisory Board Meeting, taking place from 14th to 17th October 2025 at Speke Resort Munyonyo in Kampala. The meeting, organized by UCAA in collaboration with Air Traffic Navigation Services (ATNS) and the International Civil Aviation Organization – Eastern and Southern Africa (ICAO-ESAF), has brought together representatives from 14 NAFISAT States, along with officials from ATNS, IATA, and the ICAO ESAF Office. In his opening remarks, UCAA Director General, Mr. Fred K. Bamwesigye, expressed how pleased Uganda was to host the NAFISAT Maintenance…

A new era of partnership has dawned between the Busoga Consortium for Development (BCD) and Shandong Province of the People’s Republic of China following the signing of a Letter of Intent for Cooperation at the Civil Service College, Jinja, on Monday. The ceremony was presided over by Rt. Hon. Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Community Affairs, who served as Chief Guest. Also present were Rt. Hon. Rukia Isanga Nakadama, Third Deputy Prime Minister, Bishop Frank Tibagendeka, Governor of the Busoga Consortium for Development, Dr. Anthony Mula, Director General of BCD, Members of Parliament,…

The 3rd International Research and Development Conference (IRDeC – 2025) has kicked at Kampala International University, Ggaba Road, Kansanga, in Uganda’s capital Kampala. This global interdisciplinary conference brings together scholars, scientists, industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to explore the future of Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Capacity Building, and Global Sustainability. The conference has brought together experts from around the globe to exchange cutting-edge research, spotlight emerging technologies, and co-create practical solutions to today’s most pressing global challenges. The Conference started with a welcome address by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Mohammed Ngoma who thanked the organizers and participants making the conference a reality. In his message…

In a powerful move to champion environmental conservation and sustainable community development, Housing Finance Bank has received a generous donation of 100 acres of land from the Kooki Kingdom. This land will be dedicated to the Bank’s flagship Tiny Forests Initiative, which aims to plant 1 million trees by 2027. The Bank’s Tiny Forests Initiative not only aligns with Uganda’s environmental sustainability agenda but also supports the Bank’s broader mission of empowering communities through responsible and inclusive development. The donated land will serve as a key site for afforestation, contributing significantly to national climate action goals by restoring degraded ecosystems,…

Housing Finance Bank has achieved the ISO 27001:2022 Certification, a globally recognized standard for information security. This certification confirms that the bank has robust systems in place to protect customer data, ensuring privacy, accuracy, and accessibility of information in an increasingly digital world. For everyday customers, this means that Housing Finance Bank takes concrete steps to safeguard personal and financial information. From online banking to mobile transactions, the bank now meets international standards for managing risks, preventing cyberattacks, and keeping sensitive data secure. In simple terms, your money and information are safer than ever. The certification follows a thorough independent…

Ugandan entrepreneur and creative industry supporter Ssegujja Ivan, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Nsambya Furniture Workshop, continues to make waves across Africa’s innovation and entertainment spaces. His latest appearance in Dubai at the star-studded “Laugh with Mr. Abroad” show marked yet another step in his growing reputation as a business leader passionate about the power of digital creativity and African unity. The event, which brought together prominent comedians, influencers, and TikTok content creators from different parts of the continent, was headlined by Mr. Abroad, one of the most influential African digital comedians based in the United Arab Emirates. The…

The President of the Revolutionary People’s Party (RPP) and Leader of the Uganda Federal Democratic Organization (UFDO), Bulira Frank Kabinga, who is among the eight candidates vying for Uganda’s top seat  has expressed deep sorrow following the death of former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga, an iconic leader, who passed away on October 15, 2025, at the age of 80. Odinga died in Kochi, India, after suffering a cardiac arrest . He had been undergoing treatment for an undisclosed condition and was surrounded by family at the time of his passing. Bulira described Odinga as a courageous statesman, human rights defender, and…