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20:36
20:36

Uganda to Benefit From Global Climate Fund - Experts COP28 1

Uganda could use this support to rehabilitate infrastructure, invest in renewable energy, and implement adaptive strategies crucial for navigating future climate risks, says PwC.
15:59
15:59

Skepticism Over Impact of UN Resolution on Taxation of Multinationals 4

Sponsored by the Africa Group at the UN General Assembly, the resolution provides that multinationals will pay at least 15 percent of the profit in taxes to the countries the do business in.
09:11
09:11

Dealers of Building Materials, Manufacturers Agree to Better Construction Industry 8

Accusations and counter-accusation dominated what was also the first dialogue for the building materials supply chain actors over the standards in the construction industry.
16:25
16:25

Gov't Completes 2nd Financial Inclusion Strategy

Mackay Aomu, Director, of the NPS Department at BoU, says major achievements were met by the previous strategy, though they were affected by the outbreak of COVID-19, as well as budget constraints and inadequate accountability.
17:11
17:11

Implementation of World Bank UGX 1Tr Fund a Year Behind Schedule-Ministry 5

The program, Women Entrepreneurship for Africa (WE4A), was financed by the Tony Elumelu Foundation, the German Embassy, and the EU, and implemented by the German Development Agency GIZ through Solid Rock Life and Business Services Ltd.
04:20
04:20

Kampala-Namanve Railway Works Enters Last Phase 2

Mukwano Road level crossing will be temporarily closed from Friday 1 to Saturday, 16 December 2023 at to allow for works on that railway section to commence
09:00
09:00

Govt Agencies Unite to Improve State Statistics Quality 2

Apart from the Uganda Bureau of Statistics, the other major producers of national statistics are the Bank of Uganda and the Uganda Revenue Authority, whose statistics are consumed by various sectors including research, media, investors and global agencies like the World Bank.
08:30
08:30

Former Minister Thembo Appointed Communication Commission's Boss 1

Thembo replaces Eng. Irene Kaggwa Sewankambo, who has been Acting Executive Director UCC since February 10, 2020 following the departure of Godfrey Mutabazi
17:42
17:42

Money Lenders Asked to Use Legal Means When Recovering Loans 4 1

Sheila Birungi, Head of the Legal Department at UMRA, however, said some lenders have been known to charge as high as 50 percent monthly which translates to 600 percent a year.
07:21
07:21

Digital Innovations Boosting Insurance Growth 7

Protazio Sande says since the innovation awards started in 2020, the resultant innovations have made it easier for the public to deal with the insurance industry, hence the fast growth
07:32
07:32

Uganda Eyes UGX15Tr Investments at Dubai Climate Meet

"Uganda offers untapped potential in solar, wind, and hydroelectric power, capitalizing on the growing clean energy solutions," UIA CEO Mukiza said.
16:08
16:08

NCBA Rallies Insurance, Vehicle Dealers for Safer Importation in Uganda 1 3

Stanley Makombe, World Navi General Manager for Africa, said the major barrier to vehicle importation is that Ugandans fear to lose out in case the vehicle got lost or damaged along the way, while there also cases of delivering a vehicle different from that the buyer ordered for.
09:18
09:18

Coffee Exports: EU Registration A Challenge to Farmers 4

UCDA says Uganda and other African exporting countries should abide by the European demands because it is the biggest market for the coffee from the continent.
17:23
17:23

Senana Supermarket Remains Closed as Owner Denies Wrongdoing 1 4

The standards agency on Tuesday closed the supermarket on Buganda Road, accusing Senana Management of stocking goods, mainly consumer products, which had not undergone inspection for standards.
07:38
07:38

Gov’t Issues New Timeline for Completion of Karuma Hydroelectric Project 3 1

Okasaai told URN that as of now, four out of the six units are fully operational and synchronized to the national grid. The fourth unit is pending completion by the end of November while the sixth unit will be ready in 2024 to enable optimum functionality of the decade-long hydroelectric facility.
17:42
17:42

UNBS Tells Nsenene Dealers to Observe National Standards on Edible Insects 1

UNBS has reissued warnings about possible health effects that may arise from consuming improperly handled insects, especially is the standards are not observed.
07:45
07:45

Commercial Production of E-Mobility Passenger Vehicles Possible by 2040 - Experts 2

The experts made the projection during an Energy and Electric Mobility Conference convened by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development to mark the 19th Annual Energy and Minerals Week 2023 at the Munyonyo Commonwealth Speke Resort in Kampala on Tuesday.
17:05
17:05

Rice Dominates Smuggled Goods- URA Operations Show 3

In the east, rice was one of the most smuggled items, according to the URA teams, with six vehicles impounded in a week
07:47
07:47

Uganda Could Move Off Financial Grey List Soon, But Ponzis Pose New Risks - Experts

Uganda will know her fate when experts from the FATF visit early next year. The grey list is the last step to being blacklisted, a situation that would see Uganda basically shut out of the global financial industry or systems.
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08:36

Visually Impaired Individuals Urge Banks to Prioritize Their Privacy 3 1

Speaking at the event, Hamis Tenywa from the Uganda National Association of the Blind-UNAB highlighted the challenges faced by visually impaired people when opening bank accounts or making cash withdrawals, often requiring assistance from others.
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