Author: Daniel Muwanguzi

The Uganda Institute of Banking and Financial Services (UIBFS) today officially launches the 2025–2026 Banking and Financial Services Awareness Campaign (BAFSAC) webinar series, marking the first major activation of the campaign this year under the theme “Planned Adult”. The launch coincided with the first webinar in the series titled “Financial Health: From Earnings to Sustainability,” delivered by Mrs. Goretti Masadde, Chief Executive Officer of UIBFS, and moderated by Ms. Grace Muwanguzi, Head of Learning and Development at Stanbic Bank. The session is focussed on practical approaches to improving personal financial health and shifting mindsets from short-term survival to long-term financial sustainability.…

An oil spillage at Nytil Manufacturing Ltd in Njeru, Buikwe District has sparked fresh questions about environmental compliance and regulatory supervision. In a press release issued on, 12th Feb. 2026, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) confirmed that “a spillage of oil has occurred at the Nytil textile manufacturing facility in Njeru, Buikwe District, resulting from operational failure of oil boiler.” The Authority quickly moved to calm nerves, insisting, “At this moment, there is no cause for public alarm.” “Nytil is not a roadside garage. It is an established textile manufacturer operating within Uganda’s industrial framework. Facilities handling oil boilers…

St. Kizito High School Namugongo, a Christian-founded institution named after the youngest Christian martyr, Kizito Omuto, has once again proven to be one of Uganda’s most reliable secondary schools. The school excelled in the 2025 Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) exams, continuing its legacy of outstanding performance over the past few years. With results for the 2025 UCE released on Friday 13th February 2026 at State Lodge, Nakasero, St. Kizito High School Namugongo emerged as a beacon of academic excellence, showcasing remarkable achievement in the UCE under the newly introduced Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). Shortly after the UCE results were made…

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has been plunged into mourning following the sudden death of Major General Deus Sande, the Commander of the UPDF Armoured Division based in Masaka. According to the UPDF spokesperson, Col Chris Magezi, Maj Gen Sande passed away in the early hours of Monday morning at around 3:45 a.m. in Mpigi District. Col Magezi said the senior officer was travelling to Kampala to attend the funeral service of Maj Gen Francis Takirwa, which was scheduled to take place at All Saints Cathedral, Nakasero. “Maj Gen Deus Sande developed breathing complications while on the way to…

The Permanent Secretary/Secretary to the Treasury, Dr Ramathan Ggoobi has visited Roofings Rolling Mills Limited at Kampala Industrial and Business Park,Namanve to assess progress on the Ultra-Modern Cold Rolling Mill Complex. The Cold Rolling Mill Complex is a strong signal of Uganda’s readiness to host heavy and world-class industrial establishments. The facility adds 54% value to hot rolled coils and supplies key inputs to 111 steel manufacturers across East Africa, strengthening regional industrial value chains. In 2025, the Roofings Group added over UGX 400 billion in value to raw materials, contributed more than UGX 191 billion in tax revenues, and accounted for…

Spes Medical Centre held a Dental Health Camp at its Namugongo branch on 7th February 2026 as part of its annual Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, reaffirming its commitment to preventive healthcare and community wellbeing. Established in 2022, Spes Medical Centre operates branches in Namugongo and Kitintale, offering a wide range of services including general consultation, gynecology and obstetrics, pediatrics, dental care, laboratory diagnostics, maternity services, and other specialized treatments. Speaking during the camp, Dr. Alice Hope Banga, Director of Spes Medical Centre, highlighted the importance of prioritizing oral health. “Oral health is often overlooked, yet it directly affects nutrition, speech,…

Uganda’s cybersecurity community is celebrating a defining moment as Catherine Bwire, Head of Information Security (CISO) at Ecobank Uganda, has been named a finalist for the prestigious 2026 Top 100 Information Security Professionals Award. The international recognition honors leaders who are shaping the future of information security through innovation, measurable impact, and professional excellence. Selected from a highly competitive pool of nominations submitted by peers and industry leaders worldwide, the finalists represent an elite circle of cybersecurity professionals influencing digital resilience across sectors and regions. For Bwire, the nomination is more than an accolade. It is a reflection of a…

In a heartwarming demonstration of compassion and commitment to social inclusion, Frank Bulira Kabinga , the leader of the Revolutionary People’s Party (RPP) and former Presidential candidate , on Sunday February 8th 2026 marked his birthday with an extensive community outreach initiative to support vulnerable children at the Missionaries of the Poor, a faith-based organization dedicated to assisting Uganda’s most marginalized individuals. The Missionaries of the Poor have been active in Uganda since 2000, serving over 400 residents in two shelters, including children with disabilities, individuals with mental health challenges, elderly people who have been abandoned, and street children from refugee…

As schools re open for the Academic calendar this week ,teachers are urged not to solely focus on academics but blend classroom excellence with hands-on learning. This is because Parents are increasingly seeking institutions that go beyond exam success. This is according to Sekakoni Deo,the head teacher Muhika Junior School in Kira Municipality that is now drawing attention not only for strong Primary Leaving Examination results, but having practical skills training at primary level. In the 2025 PLE results released by the Ministry of Education and Sports, the school posted an impressive 85 percent success rate. Out of 15 candidates,…

Equity Bank Uganda in partnership with UKAID and the ministry of Energy has today launched affordable financing for eCooking products and technologies in Uganda. Dubbed the Modern Energy Cooking Services (MECS) Trust Fund, it aims at accelerating the adoption of electric cooking solutions across the country. The Fund was officially launched during a Stakeholder Information Session held at Four Points by Sheraton Kampala Hotel. The event brought together government officials, development partners, private sector players and electric cooking companies to explore practical strategies for scaling clean and efficient cooking technologies in Uganda. “Today we have launched e-cooking financing to support…