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President Museveni Welcomes South Korean Business Delegation to Uganda

President Yoweri Museveni hosted a South Korean delegation from HINENI Ltd. at State House, Entebbe. They discussed plans for investments in Uganda, including manufacturing automotive components and ICT technology. The delegation expressed commitment to reinvest profits locally and collaborate with Uganda’s development goals. President Yoweri Museveni welcomed a delegation of businesspeople from South Korea led […]

URA Launches Tax Service Center in Kikuubo to Enhance Accessibility

URA has launched a tax service center in Kikuubo, downtown Kampala, to make tax services more accessible to the local business community. The initiative, directed by President Museveni, aims to support taxpayers and bridge the gap between them and tax collectors. John Musinguzi, URA Commissioner General cutting the ribbon as he launches the New URA […]

Nabakooba Launches GROW Programme to Empower Women Entrepreneurs in Greater Mubende

Lands Minister Judith Nabakooba launched the Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises (GROW) programme in Greater Mubende to boost household incomes. The event, held on June 20, 2024, at Enro Hotel in Mityana, was attended by over 400 women from Kassanda and Mityana districts. Lands minister Judith Nabakooba has launched the Government initiative dubbed […]

Uganda and Oman: Paving the Way for Bilateral Labor Agreement

Uganda and Oman are currently in discussions to establish a bilateral labor agreement, following a visit by Uganda’s Minister of State of Labour to Oman. During the visit, discussions were held with Oman’s Labor Minister to explore opportunities for Ugandan workers in Oman and to draft a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for official recruitment.

Uganda Government Launches Initiative to Formalize Businesses in West Nile Region

The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) notes that only half a million out of over one million businesses in the country are formalized, with the majority concentrated in Kampala. To address this, URSB has initiated a mass registration campaign in the West Nile region, aiming to formalize at least 850,000 businesses nationwide. Formalization is seen […]

Finance Ministry Asked to Avail sh7b for Informal Businesses

Parliament has asked the finance ministry to avail seven billion shillings to support thousands of Jua-Kali (informal) business groups to transition into the formal economy next financial year during the The budget committee of Parliament yesterday 13th March 2022. During the budget committee meeting yesterday, March 13, 2022, the parliament requested that the finance ministry […]

President Museveni Advocates for Fair Global Trade at 3rd Uganda-EU Business Forum

President Museveni emphasized the importance of fair global trade at the 3rd Uganda-European Union Business Forum, urging EU leaders to refrain from mixing politics with business. He highlighted the need for dialogue between Africa and the EU to create more business opportunities. President Museveni officially launching the Uganda – European Union Business Forum President Yoweri […]

Uganda-EU Business Forum Emphasizes Job Creation and Standards Compliance

The European Union (EU) reaffirms rigorous standards for imports from Uganda, prompting collaboration with local authorities and the private sector to meet market demands. Ahead of the 3rd Uganda-EU Business Forum, discussions focus on job creation, environmental initiatives, and boosting trade and investments. Uganda’s advantageous position in the EU market is emphasized, highlighting opportunities for […]

Uganda’s Fuel Industry Faces Scrutiny for Standards Violations

The government plans to conduct an operation against non-compliant fuel stations violating established standards, such as improper locations and congestion. The Fuel Marking and Quality Monitoring Program has reduced fuel adulteration, with a high compliance rate of 99.5%. Government will soon conduct an operation against fuel station operators who have violated the set establishment standards. […]

Trade, Investment Are the Bedrock for Development- President Museveni

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni urged investors and a visiting delegation to increase their investments in Uganda, highlighting the country’s security, peace, and favorable conditions for trade during the second day of the East Africa Trade and Investment Forum in a speech conveyed by Vice President Rtd. Major Jessica Alupo at the Kampala Serena Hotel. The […]