Simon Kabayo
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Remittance inflows hit Shs 9.25trn in 2025 as BoU launches tracking dashboard
KAMPALA, April 5, 2026 — Uganda’s remittance inflows reached Shs 9.25 trillion [US$2.5 billion] in 2025, the Bank of Uganda (BoU) has revealed, underscoring the growing importance of diaspora contributions to the…
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Gov’t softens Sovereignty Bill after public outcry
KAMPALA, April 30, 2026 — The Government has made sweeping amendments to the controversial Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, ahead of a plenary sitting scheduled for Tuesday in the afternoon. Among the…
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UN Women, Equity Bank Uganda sign deal to boost women’s financial inclusion
KAMPALA, April 2, 2026 — UN Women and Equity Bank Uganda Limited have signed a partnership agreement aimed at strengthening women’s economic empowerment and expanding access to inclusive financial services across Uganda.…
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Teachers’ SACCOs directed to prepare for Walimu Union AGM
KAMPALA, April 1, 2026 — Uganda’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives [MTIC] has directed all teacher savings and credit cooperatives [ SACCOs ] affiliated to Walimu Cooperative Union to begin preparations…
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UDB opens Mbale regional office to boost access to finance in Eastern Uganda
MBALE CITY, March 31, 2026 — The Uganda Development Bank [ UDB ] has officially opened its Eastern Regional Office in Mbale City, a move aimed at bringing development financing services closer…
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Gov’t assures public of stable fuel supply amid Middle East disruptions
KAMPALA, March 31, 2026 — The Government of Ugandan has reassured Ugandans and key sectors of the economy that the country’s fuel supply remains stable and sufficient despite disruptions to global oil…
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Coffee value addition push gains momentum at Ntungamo facility
NTUNGAMO, March 31, 2026 — Government has reaffirmed its commitment to agro-industrialisation and coffee value addition, as efforts to operationalise the Africa Coffee Park in Ntungamo district gather momentum. The Minister of…
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Magistrates’ courts set for expanded powers under new law
KAMPALA, March 31, 2026 — Magistrates’ courts in Uganda are poised for a major boost in authority and efficiency following the passage of the Magistrates Courts [Amendment] Bill, 2026, a reform expected…
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SBG Securities unveils dollar fund to shield investors from currency volatility
KAMPALA, March 30, 2026 — SBG Securities Uganda has launched a new US dollar-denominated unit trust, offering investors in the country and beyond a safer hedge against currency swings as global economic…
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Uganda’s February 2026 revenue falls short by Shs 180bln amid weak tax performance
KAMPALA, March 26, 2026 — Uganda’s domestic revenue collections in February 2026 fell short of target by Shs 180.08bln, reflecting weaker-than-expected performance across key tax categories, according to the latest Performance of…
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