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Police Arrest Six URC Staff Over Alleged UGX20.6 Billion Misuse

Six staff members of the Uganda Railways Corporation (URC) have been arrested over alleged fraud involving UGX20.6 billion allocated for capacity-building activities. The arrests follow investigations into the management and utilization of funds intended to support capacity building at the state-owned railway corporation. The suspects are being...

Manufacturers Call for Lower Interest Rates to Boost Uganda’s Industrial Growth

Ugandan manufacturers are calling for cheaper financing, saying the high cost of borrowing from commercial banks is limiting production, business expansion and job creation across the industrial sector. Manufacturers say commercial lending rates currently ranging between 18 and 24 percent make it difficult for businesses to access the capital...

Diageo Exits EABL in $2.3 Billion Deal as Asahi Takes Control of East Africa’s Brewing Giant

The long-standing relationship between global beverage giant Diageo and East African Breweries Limited (EABL) is set for a major transition after Diageo agreed to sell its controlling stake in the regional brewer to Japan’s Asahi Group Holdings. The transaction will see Asahi acquire Diageo’s 65 percent stake in EABL, marking the end of...

DFCU Reports Loss After Legal Costs Linked to Crane Bank Case

DFCU Bank has reported a financial loss after incurring significant legal costs related to the long-running dispute surrounding the acquisition of assets from Crane Bank. The bank attributed the loss to increased expenses arising from legal proceedings and related costs connected to the Crane Bank case, which has continued to attract attention...

Uganda Airlines Plans Major Fleet Expansion with Eight New Boeing Aircraft

Uganda Airlines has announced plans to expand its fleet with the acquisition of eight Boeing aircraft as the national carrier works to strengthen its operations, rebuild its reputation and improve regional and international connectivity. The airline plans to acquire Boeing 737 and Boeing 787 aircraft, with the first deliveries expected in 2032...

DTB Uganda, Universal Multipurpose Enterprises Partner to Expand Mortgage Access

Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) Uganda and Universal Multipurpose Enterprises have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at expanding access to affordable housing and mortgage financing, a move expected to help address Uganda's estimated housing deficit of 2.4 million units. The partnership, formalized at DTB Uganda's head office, brings...

Government Intensifies Push for Electronic Procurement System

The Government of Uganda has renewed its call for all public agencies to transition to the Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) platform as part of efforts to improve efficiency, transparency and accountability in public procurement. The move comes as accounting officers undergo training to equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to...

Affordable Domestic Travel Insurance Now Available from UGX 1,300

Traveling within Uganda has become more convenient—and safer—with the introduction of SanlamAllianz On-The-Go Accident Cover, an affordable domestic travel insurance solution designed to protect passengers against accidents while using both private and public transport. Starting from as little as UGX 1,300, the cover offers accessible...

Equity and Merit Scholarships for international master’s students

The University of Manchester is committed to supporting a more equitable and sustainable future for all. Through our Equity and Merit Scholarships, we aim to empower talented individuals from the Global South to drive meaningful change in their home countries. Equity and Merit Scholarships are open to academically excellent students from...

Rajiv Memorial Scholarships 2025/2026

Victoria University has announced a call for applications for the Rajiv Memorial Scholarships 2025/2026, offering 100 fully funded Master’s scholarships to outstanding graduates of the university’s Class of 2025. The scholarships are funded by the Ruparelia family and the Ruparelia Foundation in loving memory of the late Rajiv Ruparelia, who...

Top 5 Best Companies to Work for in Uganda in 2026

Finding the perfect job isn't just about earning a good salary. It's about working for a company that values your contribution, supports your career growth, and genuinely cares about your wellbeing. Across Uganda, thousands of professionals are searching for employers that offer more than just a paycheck. They want opportunities to learn,...

How to Write a CV That Gets Interviews in Uganda

A few years ago, Sarah, a fresh graduate from Makerere University, was frustrated. Every week she applied for jobs. She spent hours scrolling through vacancies, carefully filling out application forms, and attaching her CV. Weeks turned into months, yet her phone remained silent. No interview invitations. No feedback. Nothing. Convinced that...

10 Business Ideas You Can Start While at University

There’s a moment every university student in Uganda quietly experiences. It usually happens late at night, somewhere between stressing about coursework, checking tuition deadlines, and wondering how your roommate always seems to have money for everything. You look at your phone, scroll through social media, and think: “Where do people get...

Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses in Uganda

Sarah runs a small boutique in Kikuubo, Kampala. She has good clothes, fair prices, and steady stock, but something does not add up. Customers are not coming in as often as she expects. Nearby, another shop is always busy. People walk in asking for items they saw online, especially on Instagram and WhatsApp. That is when Sarah realizes something...

The Day I Realized My Salary Wasn’t Really My Salary

When I got my first job in Kampala, I thought I had finally made it in life. After years of lectures, coursework, internships, and endless applications, I was finally earning a “real salary.” The offer letter said I would earn UGX 1,500,000 per month, and honestly, my mind had already started spending the money before I even received it. I...