Business

Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  DHL, a global leader in the logistics industry in collaboration with Absa Bank Uganda under the 2024 ‘Growing Beyond Borders’ Entrepreneurial Training Programme have trained over 200 SME’s in Jinja to build their capacity to access export markets. “SMEs tend to focus predominantly on …

Will the President’s move to cap interest rates charged by money lenders and his suggestions on regional markets yield tangible results, or are these just passing remarks? Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | In his latest State of the Nation Address 2024, President Yoweri Museveni wants to cap interest rates charged …

ITHUBA Uganda reveals more Winners of the DAILY LOTTO Draw on June 9 2024 Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda’s national lottery enters its second week today, with the daily Lotto that has up to sh30m at stake. After the first week’s ITHUBA Uganda lottery draw Sunday at which there …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Centenary Bank has secured a new core banking system dubbed Flexcube to ensure it matches customer demand for instant services and the best digital has to offer. Officials said the implementation of the Flexcube Banking System was driven by the need to stay ahead of the …

* “Fishing is a rewarding vocation that has enabled me to educate my children, feed them, and pursue other businesses on the side,” said Mohamed Chamira, a fisherman with 57 years of experience. * China has been carrying out fishery cooperation with nearly 20 African countries and their partnerships hold …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Climate change, community welfare and transparency in business are to dominate the 7th  Annual Bankers Conference set for June 19. This comes just after the launch of the Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) National Framework that aims to ensure all financial institutions in the country conduct …

Cairo, Egypt | THE INDEPENDENT | The Africa Energy Bank is finally ready for implementation, following the signing of the Establishment Agreement between the Pan-African Bank, Afrexim, and the oil-producing countries of the continent. The agreement between the Africa Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO) and the Africa Import and Export Bank (Afreximbank) …

Kyankwanzi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Mobile Money (U) Ltd staff, under the ’30 Days of Y’ello Care’ campaign in commemoration of MTN Group’s 30 th anniversary, on Friday exceeded their initial commitments at St. Joseph’s Aid Society, with the prevision of 20 computers equipped with a year-long paid internet …

The recent export of jet fuel to Europe marks a monumental moment for Dangote refinery igniting hope for Nigeria and Africa’s energy independence. No longer just an importer, the refinery is creating a blueprint for how the continent could become a self-reliant petroleum powerhouse. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | ICEA LION Group has marked 25 years of service in Uganda with a grand celebration at Mestil Hotel Kampala. Industry leaders, employees, and stakeholders gathered to join CEA LION Group commemorate its 25th anniversary in Uganda  and celebrate the company’s remarkable journey marked by growth, innovation, …