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EBRD launches inaugural Economic Governance Strategy

LONDON, June 1, 2026 — The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development [ EBRD ] has launched its inaugural Economic Governance Strategy, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening economic governance across the economies…

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Court defers former Trade ministry PS Ssali’s corruption trial to July 30

KAMPALA, June 1, 2026 — The Anti-Corruption Division of the High Court has adjourned the corruption trial involving former Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives [MTIC], Geraldine Ssali…

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Invest Africa, and FirstBank UK to Host Joint Closing Reception as part of The Africa Debate 2026

LONDON, June 1, 2026 — The Mayor of London and FirstBank UK have announced a joint Closing Reception, marking the conclusion of The Africa Debate 2026, taking place this Wednesday at The…

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AfDB commits Shs 2.4trn to Uganda’s SGR project

KAMPALA, June 1, 2026 — The African Development Bank [AfDB] has reaffirmed its commitment to financing the construction of Uganda’s long-awaited Standard Gauge Railway [ SGR ], providing a major boost to…

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NGO partners with Masindi hospital to launch campaign to combat preeclampsia among pregnant women

MASINDI, June 1, 2026 — Following a rise in cases of preeclampsia among pregnant women in Masindi District, Imarisha Dada Uganda, a community-based organisation, in partnership with Masindi General Hospital, has launched…

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Boosting PDM SACCOs: NARO asks for Shs 75bln for livestock breeding

WAKISO, June 1, 2026 — The National Agricultural Research Organisation [ NARO ] says it requires at least Shs 75 billion to support Parish Development Model Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisations […

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AfDB’s 2025 Annual Report Highlights Strong Results and a New Chapter for Africa’s Transformation

BRAZZAVILLE, June 1, 2026 — The African Development Bank Group [AfDB] has released its 2025 Annual Report, showcasing another year of strong development results and reaffirming its commitment to advancing a prosperous, inclusive,…

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South Africa: Community growers take centre stage at Shoprite and Checkers’ Market Day on World Hunger Day

CAPE TOWN, May 31, 2026 — More than 60 local gardeners and cooperatives from across South Africa, Namibia and Botswana showcased and sold their fresh produce at selected Shoprite and Checkers stores…

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Africa’s growth holds firm amid global turbulence, says 2026 African Economic Outlook

BRAZZAVILLE, May 31, 2026 — Africa’s economies are projected to grow at 4.2 percent in 2026, moderating slightly from 4.4 percent in 2025, before rebounding to 4.4 percent in 2027. The findings…

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BoU approves sale of Standard Chartered’s wealth and retail banking business to Absa

KAMPALA, May 30, 2026 — The Bank of Uganda [BoU] has approved the sale of Standard Chartered Bank Uganda’s Wealth and Retail Banking [WRB] business to Absa Bank Uganda Limited, marking a…

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