CAPTION: Left to right; State Minister for Investment and Privatization, Hon. Amina Mukalazi; Finance Minister, Hon. Henry Musasizi with UDB Board Chairman, Godfrey Kihuguru and UDB MD Dr. Patricia Ojangole during the meeting on Thursday, August 13th, 2026. (Courtesy photo). The Bank disbursed UGX 502.2 billion to facilitate private sector growth in Uganda Total assets […]
CAPTION: DRC Red Cross volunteers carry the body of an Ebola virus victim in Ituri Province, June 8, 2026 [File: AFP] By AgenciesBUTA / DR CONGO – The latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has spread to a sixth province after a death was recorded in previously unaffected Bas-Uele, said the head of […]
By Charles NyandwiKAMPALA – The Director General of Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority, Emile Bienvenu, has been arrested alongside 17 officials over alleged offences related to the production and distribution of illicit alcoholic beverages, Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) said.Ten of the 18 suspects are linked to Rwanda FDA, while others include a division manager from Rwanda […]
By Our reporterKAMPALA – The Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development has requested Parliament for a tax waiver for two companies that have failed to pay taxes to the Uganda Revenue Authority.The State Minister for Planning, Hon. Amos Lugoloobi, who appeared before the House Committee on Finance on Thursday, 13 August 2026 said that […]
CAPTION: Tabby Wilson, the Director General, World Health Organization address journalists recently. (File photo). By AgenciesGENIVA – The current outbreak of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo is on track to surpass the deadliest outbreak of the disease ever, the director-general of the World Health Organization (WHO) has said.Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus told reporters that the […]
CAPTION: Hon. Osuru was concerned that border markets remain closed despite the Ebola free. (Courtesy photo). By Our reporterKAMPALA – The Minister of Health has maintained restrictions on border markets despite Uganda being declared Ebola-free, citing the rising number of cases in neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).The Minister of Health, Dr Chris Baryomunsi, said that […]
By Our reporterNAIROBI – Kenya’s standards regulator has defended five Kenyan alcoholic beverage brands temporarily suspended in Rwanda, saying fresh laboratory tests and factory inspections found the products compliant with applicable East African quality and safety standards.The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) said it had reviewed Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority’s decision to suspend the […]
CAPTION: Standard Chartered Bank Uganda staff cut a cake to mark 114 years in Kampala on Wednesday August 12th, 2026. Courtesy (Photo). By Cynthia MpangaKAMPALA – Standard Chartered Bank Uganda marks 114 years of continuous presence in Uganda under the theme “Celebrating 114 Years: Honouring Our Heritage, Culture & Shaping Tomorrow,” celebrating a legacy of trust, […]
CAPTION: NAEB’s Coffee cuppers assess Rwanda coffee quality in its accredited laboratory in Kigali before export to international markets. (Courtesy photo). By Our reporterKIGALI – Rwanda’s agricultural export revenues reached $1.1 billion (approx. Rwf1.6 trillion) in the 2025–2026 fiscal year, the highest annual earnings recorded by the country, according to National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB).The […]
CAPTION: Deputy Speaker Tayebwa hands over a copy of the Rules of Procedure to Amb. Ayebare after being sworn August 2026. (Courtesy Photo).By Our reporterKAMPALA – Three ministers, whose approval was delayed by the Committee on Appointments over citizenship, have taken the oaths of allegiance and of Member of Parliament and joined the House as […]