CAPTION: Godfrey Sserutta (L), Head of Sales, Premier Distilleries Limited (PDL), hands over keys to Bajaj winner, Emmanuel Okello (R), a braber from Bunanika sub-county during a sensitisation and give-away drive at the Wobulenzi Market. (Courtsey photo). By Petra AmitoWOBULENZI – Premier Distilleries Limited (PDL) has, as part of its ongoing efforts to responsible drinking and […]
By Celia NsimireFORT PORTAL – The roar of engines, the thrill of speed, and dust rising against the breath-taking backdrop of Fort Portal’s hills converged this past weekend at the UMC Fort Portal Rally 2025. The event once again solidified its place as a highlight on Uganda’s motorsport calendar, thrilling spectators with intense competition and […]
Officals from Uganda Breweries Limited, National Forest Authority and Rotarians. By Our reporter KAMPALA – Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) has invested sh372 million in the restoration of Namananga Central Forest Reserve, through a partnership with the National Forest Authority (NFA) and Rotary. The initiative will see the planting of 80,000 indigenous tree seedlings to […]
CAPTION: Maj. Gen. David Kasura-Kyomukama (L), Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries exchange an agreement with Intracom Fertilizers Uganda -SMC Ltd team led by Adrian Ntigacika (5th L) Wednesday August 21st 2025. (Courtsey Photo). By Our reporterKAMPIRINGISA – In a significant step toward transforming Uganda’s agricultural sector, Intracom Fertilizers Uganda -SMC Ltd, led […]
Uganda Cranes fan chears at Nambole Stadium By Sheila Awori I have, with dismay, observed the decline in the faith of Ugandans in their local sports clubs and athletes, as they increasingly choose to support regional or even international teams. A quick trip downtown will reveal more international sports jerseys on display than local […]
Transport along the Kapchorwa–Mbale highway has been paralyzed after heavy floods washed away the Nalugugu Bridge in Sironko District on Sunday night. The bridge, which connects the Bugisu sub-region to Karamoja and Sebei, was destroyed following a heavy downpour that hit several parts of the region.Traffic along the busy highway has since come to a standstill, […]
The return of electricity distribution to state hands has sparked a dispute with the private company that was ousted By Liam TaylorUmeme, an electricity distribution company, announced on 2 June that it will take its quarrel with the Ugandan government to an arbitration court in London, after weeks of unsuccessful negotiations.Umeme ran Uganda’s distribution network for […]
By Our reporterKAMPALA – MTN Uganda has posted robust financial results for the first half of 2025, buoyed by surging demand for data and financial technology services as more Ugandans tap into the digital economy for communication, business, and daily transactions.For the six months ending June 30, 2025, total revenue grew 13.3% year-on-year to Shs […]
Kenny Fihla, Absa Group Chief Executive Officer Absa Group delivered strong earnings growth for the first half of 2025, reflecting the successful execution of its strategic priorities. Headline earnings increased 17% as credit impairments declined and pre-provision profit grew. Revenue increased, underpinned by strong non-interest income growth and stable net interest income, reflecting […]
CAPTION: President Museveni (R) preside overthe launch of Wagagai Gold Mining Project in Busia Friday 14th 2025. (PPU Photo). By Stephen Wandera OumaBUSIA – President Yoweri Museveni has launched the Wagagai Gold Mining Project in Busia, alongside Chinese investors, and proposed the creation of a mineral wealth fund to channel Uganda’s gold and oil revenues into […]