Nicholas Agaba

Chinese investors toured Wagagai Gold Mines in Busia, where officials say the project is creating jobs and targeting 1.2 tonnes of gold output each year.

A new report warns that Middle East tensions could slow Africa’s growth, raise prices and strain economies already under pressure.

KCCA has warned that ignoring planning rules is harming Kampala and is pushing faster approvals and digital systems to restore order and guide future growth.

The World Bank warns that Sub-Saharan Africa’s growth is slowing due to rising debt, inflation and global pressures, urging reforms to support recovery and job creation.

Police and military marine leaders have called for stronger joint operations and training to improve safety and security on Uganda’s waters.

URA hosted East African audit chiefs in Kampala to strengthen cooperation and address rising digital-era risks to public revenue

The seminar aims to formulate practical strategies to strengthen peace and drive socio-economic development in the region.

Ggoobi said Uganda’s economy grew strongly and remains resilient, with oil production expected to drive double-digit growth and keep the shilling stable

UNBS has pledged to strengthen standards and push policy reforms to improve access to safe and affordable menstrual health products in Uganda.

East African countries have agreed to create a regional AI fund, build local-language systems and invest in shared infrastructure to drive innovation, jobs and economic growth

Government released simplified industrial park guidelines to improve coordination, attract investment and accelerate industrialisation.

Uganda and Qatar pledged to deepen diplomatic and economic cooperation, with focus on investment in agriculture and manufacturing.

President Museveni will be sworn in on May 12, 2026, at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds in Kampala.

A global firm plans to launch a regulated digital platform in Uganda to raise up to $1.5 billion for infrastructure and other projects using tokenised assets.

Uganda has hosted Canadian travel executives on a familiarisation tour aimed at increasing visitor numbers and strengthening tourism partnerships.

Uganda has committed an additional Shs 905 billion, announced a three-month visa waiver, and rolled out major infrastructure upgrades as it prepares to host up to 650,000 visitors for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

URA has intensified border engagements, urging traders to formalise businesses and better understand the Simplified Trade Regime to improve compliance and ease trade.

In line with the Bank’s mission to accelerate socio-economic development in Uganda through sustainable financial initiatives, the office will support projects within the private sector that have the potential to deliver significant socio-economic benefits in the areas of primary agriculture, industry (including agro-industrialization, manufacturing, knowledge-based industries, and extractives), services (such as health, tourism and hospitality, education, and technology), and infrastructure.

Uganda and Azerbaijan have agreed to deepen diplomatic and economic ties, with investment, education, and cooperation deals expected to follow Oryem’s visit to Baku.

Uganda used HOTELEX Shanghai 2026 to market its premium agricultural products and strengthen trade links with Chinese buyers ahead of a new zero-tariff policy.