Speakership: why Marshall Alenyo’s strategy for deputy speaker matters
Marshall Alenyo is shaping up to be one of the most closely watched members of the 12th parliament. An eloquent lawyer by trade, he was…
Businesswoman wins landmark battle against KCB bank
In a case that will be studied closely by commercial banks across the region as they race to serve juicy clients, Court of Appeal judges have sent a strong warning: promises made to clients must be honoured or they face consequences. Court of Appeal recently held that KCB Bank must pay businesseswoman, Deborah Kigongo of…
Business
Voice calls are dying. Data, mobile money drive MTN Uganda’s growth
Active Data Subscribers: +18.6% to 12.0 million Data Revenue: +28.8% to Shs 1.0 trillion Active Fintech Subscribers: +6.5% to 14.7 million Fintech Revenue: +17.3% to Shs 1.1 trillion. MTN Uganda’s latest financial results tell a story that goes far beyond traditional telecom profits. They reveal how one of the country’s most influential companies is quietly…
Will Uganda’s new love for airports grow the economy?
Gold has become Uganda’s leading export earner bringing in a record $6.4 billion in 2025 from $1.26bn in 2019 thereby…
Minister Anite urges boda boda riders to save for the future
The state minister for Investment and Privatisation, Evelyn Anite, has urged workers in the informal sector to begin saving for…
Yalelo increases paid maternity leave to 90 working days
To mark International Women’s Day, Yalelo Uganda, a fish production company, has announced an enhancement to its maternity leave policy,…
Education
Academic pathways and student life in the region
This article examines the academic programmes, flexible study options, and student support services available in the region, focusing on how…
Makerere, editors launch climate journalism program
On a campus long known for shaping Uganda’s intellectual life, a new effort is taking shape that could change how…
You’re not aggressive enough, Kenyan CEO tells Ugandan accountants
Ugandan professionals have been urged to become more competitive and proactive as technological disruption, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), reshapes the…
TECHNOLOGY
Cybersecurity tips for Ugandan businesses
Businesses are increasingly relying on digital tools to manage routine operations. Mobile payments, cloud services, and online platforms make it easier to communicate with customers and process transactions. These technologies help companies grow, but they introduce new cybersecurity risks. Small and medium-sized businesses are often targets for cybercriminals because they may not have strong security…
Tech without values is dangerous – Alupo
Uganda’s Vice President, Jessica Alupo, has warned that technological advancement without strong ethical grounding could be harmful to society, urging graduates to combine innovation with integrity as the country’s education system embraces artificial intelligence. Alupo made the remarks while presiding over the 16th graduation ceremony of St. Lawrence University, where she serves as chancellor. The…
Uganda launches ABQ Cloud to keep national data at home
Inside the halls of the Raxio Data Centre in Namanve, Uganda quietly made a statement about its digital future. Servers blinked behind reinforced glass. Cooling systems hummed softly. Engineers guided guests past rows of neatly stacked hardware, the physical backbone of something less visible but increasingly vital: data. On Thursday, Uganda officially launched ABQ Cloud,…
Lifestyle
Holi festival amplifies cancer awareness drive
This year’s annual Holi Musical Festival took on a deeper purpose, using its vibrant platform to raise awareness about cancer and support outreach initiatives targeting rural communities across Uganda. Hosted by the East Indian Cultural Association (EICA) at Kampala Parents School, the event blended music, culture, and social impact, drawing attention to a growing public…
How modernity has succeeded in commercialising marriage
As traditions evolve, the concept of bride price has become a matter of contention as to whether it is still an obligation when marrying or selling off one’s daughter to the highest bidder. In 2021, in a story that was widely published, Laban Sabiti was left stranded with five children, including a then breastfeeding 13-month-old…
East African gamers clash at Swahili Esports tournament
Excited shouts of “Press A! Press A!” rang through the hall as two competitors squared off on a giant screen, their digital fighters locked in a tense duel while hundreds of spectators leaned forward in anticipation. In the crowd, fans jumped with every punch and kick, offering directions to players on stage as though they…
Sports
Run to conserve the Nile and Lake Victoria gathers pace through Rotary
On March 28, the fourth edition of the “Run for the Nile” event will take place. This is an event held in Jinja, to promote environmental conservation programmes, aimed at protecting both Lake Victoria and the River Nile. However, this year, the event is targeting a collection of Shs 550 million to try and restore…
Other News
Beyond the Guinness toast: Uganda, Ireland celebrate 100 years of partnership
In the manicured gardens of the Irish Ambassador’s residence in Kampala, the evening air on Thursday, March 12, was thick…
The side-hustle generation: Why graduates are choosing TikTok, Betting and online gigs
When the National Resistance Movement came to power in 1986 under President Yoweri Museveni, Uganda’s higher education landscape was small…
What persistent power blackouts imply for Ugandan businesses?
Ugandan manufacturers are still struggling for power, nearly a year after Umeme Limited handed over the concession of running the…