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Over 4,900 households in Hoima City benefit from PDM

HOIMA CITY, March 26, 2026 — At least 4,905 households in Hoima City have benefited from the Parish Development Model [PDM], in a boost to government efforts to transition communities from subsistence…

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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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Nyakibale SACCO members warned over loan defaults at 20th AGM

RUKUNGIRI, March 26, 2026 – Members of Nyakibale Development SACCO have been urged to honour their credit obligations and ensure timely loan repayments to safeguard the institution’s financial stability. The call was…

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World Bank commits US$ 45mln to 900 cooperatives in Zambia as UCS SACCO expands footprint in Malawi

LUSAKA, March, 26, 2026 — The World Bank has committed US$ 45 million to support 900 cooperatives in Zambia under the Alliance Productive Programme, implemented through the Zambia Agribusiness and Trade Project…

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Circle, Sasai Fintech partner to expand USDC access in Africa

NEW YORK, March 26, 2026 — Circle Internet Group, Inc. has announced a collaboration with Sasai Fintech, a business of Cassava Technologies, aimed at accelerating the adoption of USDC and expanding internet-based…

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Nyakayojo SACCO unveils new logo as it charts growth in Western Uganda

MBARARA CITY, March 25, 2026 — Nyakayojo SACCO Limited has unveiled a new corporate logo, signalling a renewed push towards growth, innovation and financial inclusion in Western Uganda. The rebranding was announced…

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AfDB convenes stakeholder workshop to scale youth-owned climate solutions

ABIDJAN, March 25, 2026 — The African Development Bank Group [AfDB] has concluded a stakeholder consultative workshop, bringing together business leaders, policymakers and development partners to advance youth-owned adaptation solutions supported by…

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Gov’t builds Shs 570mln oilseed processing factory in Alebtong

ALEBTONG, March 25, 2026 — Government has constructed an oilseed processing factory in Apala Subcounty, Alebtong district, as part of a broader national initiative to enhance agricultural value chain, boost local economic…

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Chair re-elected as Kigarama People’s SACCO gets new board

 SHEEMA, March 25, 2026 – Kigarama People’s SACCO [KIPS] has elected a new board to lead the financial institution for the next four years, following a successful 26th Annual General Meeting [AGM]…

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PSC in Uganda hits Shs 25.43trn in January 2026-report

KAMPALA, March 25, 2026 — The stock of outstanding private sector credit [ PSC ] in Uganda edged up by 0.3 percent to Shs 25.43 trillion in January 2026, from Shs 25.35trn…

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