KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | In a powerful address on gender equality and women’s empowerment, Sylivia Mulinge, MTN Uganda Chief Executive Officer, highlighted the transformative impact of women breaking into traditionally male-dominated fields, sharing inspiring stories of resilience and innovation. Mulinge was speaking at the Smart Girls Foundation graduation …
Read More »Chairman’s ESB returns to Ugandan market, Nile Breweries responds to consumer demand
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Nile Breweries Limited (NBL) has officially reintroduced Chairman’s Extra Strong Beer (ESB) to the Ugandan market, answering a strong call from consumers for a premium, high-strength beer. The revamped Chairman’s ESB, now presented in a sleek 330ml bottle with a modern label, aims to …
Read More »Justice Minister Mao highlights URSB’s key role in attracting foreign investment
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs Norbert Mao has hailed Uganda’s improving business environment, describing the Uganda Registration Services Bureau’s (URSB) one-stop centre as a key initiative to attracting foreign direct investment. “Many good things happening in our country are not being talked …
Read More »URSB Registrar General outlines agency’s vital role in Uganda’s business environment
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) Registrar General Mercy K. Kainobwisho, has highlighted the organization’s expansive role in facilitating private sector growth and improving Uganda’s investment climate. “We hold valuable information on movable property, company insolvency, liquidation proceedings, and bankruptcy cases. Our intellectual property …
Read More »FuelSave ‘omunene w’ekkubo’ campaign launched
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Vivo Energy Uganda has launched the ‘Omunene W’ekkubo’ campaign, a vibrant initiative celebrating Uganda’s hardworking drivers and positioning Shell FuelSave Diesel as the go-to fuel for motorists. The campaign, which will run for three months, aims to empower drivers by offering value-driven initiatives designed to enhance …
Read More »Hundreds hail Equity Bank’s Abakyala Ku Ntiiko initiative
Equity Bank Launches Second Edition of Abakyala Ku Ntiiko to Empower Women in Businesses Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Equity Bank has launched the second edition of Abakyala Ku Ntiiko, a flagship initiative dedicated to empowering women in micro and small-scale business. This exciting day of sharing and lessons …
Read More »A First for Africa: Centenary bank hosts GABV annual meeting
Kampala-Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Centenary Bank, Uganda’s leading commercial microfinance institution, has made history as the first African financial institution to host the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV) Annual Meeting, bringing together over 70-member banks and financial institutions from around the world. The meeting, held under the …
Read More »Trump skyrockets demand for financial advice in his first 50 days
Washington, US | THE INDEPENDENT | Trump has driven up enquiries by new clients by 20% to a global financial advisory giant in the first 50 days of his second presidency. First, it was to capitalize on the euphoria of the ‘Trump Trade’. Now, it’s concerns over tariffs and economic …
Read More »SICPA Uganda supports URA enforcement with nationwide training on DTS
Kasese, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | SICPA Uganda, a global leader in authentication, identification, and secure traceability has enhanced efforts with the Uganda Revenue Authority to facilitate traders, and tax inspectors through comprehensive nationwide training on Digital Tax Stamps (DTS) in a bid to strengthen tax compliance in the country. …
Read More »Malawi Revenue Authority benchmarks Uganda’s Digital Tax Stamps
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has hosted an eight-member delegation from the Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) for a five-day benchmarking visit on Digital Tax Stamps (DTS). The visit aimed to provide insights into the implementation, monitoring, and enforcement of the system as Malawi prepares …
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