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Government committed to addressing challenges in tea industry

The state minister for Agriculture, Hon. Bwino Fred Kyakulaga, has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to resolving the challenges facing Uganda’s tea industry While speaking at the 6th Africa Tea Convention and Exhibition, held from October 9-11, 2024, at the Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village in Rwanda. Speaking at the 6th Africa Tea Convention and Exhibition, […]

Uganda’s Coffee Industry Reaches New Heights with Consecutive Record-Breaking Earnings

Uganda recorded $221.6 million in coffee export earnings for August 2024, marking the third consecutive month of record-breaking revenue. Over the past three months, Uganda has generated $594 million from coffee exports. The Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA) monthly report for August indicates that Uganda has once again achieved record-breaking earnings of $221.6 million (UGX […]

EAC Experts Unite for Regional Industrial Growth: Two-Day Meeting Kicks Off in Kampala

The East African Community (EAC) Multi Experts Working Group (MEWG) commenced a two-day meeting today, hosted by National Enterprise Corporation (NEC) through Luwero Industries under the leadership of Maj Gen Sabiiti Muzeyi. The meeting is chaired by Brig Gen Thiik Bol Giir, Defence Attaché at the Embassy of South Sudan in Uganda September 26th, 2024. […]

Finance Minister Kasaija Praises NSSF’s Stability, Announces 11.5% Interest Rate

Finance Minister Matia Kasaija praised the NSSF’s stability and growth, which saw the fund grow by 19.2% in the last financial year. At the NSSF Annual Members’ Meeting, an interest rate of 11.5% was declared, exceeding the average inflation rate. The Finance Minister, Hon. Matia Kasaija, expressed the Government’s satisfaction with the stability and growth […]

Uganda Airlines Expands Horizons, New Routes to Harare and Lusaka Launched

Uganda Airlines has launched scheduled services to Harare, Zimbabwe, and Lusaka, Zambia, starting September 25, 2024, with flights operating four times a week. CEO Jenifer Bamuturaki emphasized the cultural ties and the commitment to enhancing connectivity across the continent. Using CRJ 900-LRs, the new routes reduce travel times significantly and offer the most cost-effective travel […]

Equity Bank Urges SMEs to Embrace Tech-Driven Banking Solutions

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) have been urged to take up more Equity Bank technology-based banking and financing solutions from to overcome disruptive business environment at the Sheraton Kampala yesterday 19th September 2024. Yesterday, September 19, 2024, at the Sheraton Kampala, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) were urged to adopt more technology-based banking and finance […]

Essential Cabbage Disease Prevention Tips for Commercial Farmers

Agronomist Muhammad Malinga outlines key cabbage diseases and their symptoms, providing practical advice on prevention, including improved air circulation, crop rotation, and the use of resistant varieties. According to Muhammad Malinga, an agronomist based in Soi, Kapchorwa, the following diseases commonly affect cabbage crops: Downy Mildew: Symptoms include yellowing of leaves and white or grayish […]

EAC Central Banks Urged to Enhance Cross-border Payment Systems for Trade Growth

The East African Community (EAC) Secretary General, Veronica Nduva, has called on the central banks of EAC Partner States to adopt advanced technology to improve cross-border payments. The East African Community (EAC) Secretary General, Veronica Nduva, has called on Partner States’ Central Banks to adopt advanced technology to enhance cross-border payments within the EAC Common […]

Namunkekera–Kapeeka Industrial Park to Host Trade Show for Local Manufacturers and Investors

The Namunkekera–Kapeeka Industrial Park in Nakaseke district will host a trade show from September 27-28, 2024, aimed at attracting local manufacturers and showcasing investment opportunities. Harriet Namara, the chairperson organizing committee for the trade fair says that the park is designed to accommodate various industries including textiles, pharmaceuticals, agro-processing, electrical, construction and food processing factories. […]

President Museveni To Attend 5th Private Sector CEO Retreat in Kampala

President Museveni is set to grace the 5th Biannual Private Sector CEO Retreat as the chief guest, with the retreat starting today, Thursday 12th until Saturday, 14th September 2024. The retreat was scheduled to be held at the Gulu Logistic Hub in Gulu City but the venue was changed to Kampala. President Museveni will be […]