This familiarization trip is an essential part of Uganda’s strategy to grow its tourism industry and attract new visitors from Europe. The country’s remarkable landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and the warmth of its people will be shared with French and Spanish-speaking travelers, establishing Uganda as a top-tier destination for years …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The investment climate in East Africa is undergoing scrutiny as concerns emerge regarding governance and transparency in Uganda. Recent developments, including the case of the illegal detention and arrest of Vasundhara Oswal, an Indian-Swiss businesswoman and key investor in the region, have brought attention …
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From speakers to smart watches, the company is making a mark on the consumer market Kampala, Uganda | IAN KATUSIIME | Tucked away in the busy suburb of Ntinda are the offices of Black, a Ugandan company offering gadgets like speakers, smartwatches, headsets, chargers, cables, and even apparel all themed black. …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Breweries has unveiled the new Baileys Strawberries and Cream in a lavish adult treating experience at the Fairway Boutique Hotel, uniting sweet tooths and fashion enthusiasts for an exclusive first tasting experience. The launch’s theme, pink and white created a dreamy ambiance filled …
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Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | The Minister of Trade, Francis Mwebesa, has reiterated the government’s commitment to strengthening Uganda’s manufacturing sector, calling for greater collaboration between policymakers, investors, and industry players to unlock the sector’s full potential. Mwebesa who was speaking at a 2025/26 budget preparation dialogue organized by Uganda …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Since Donald Trump took top leadership of the USA for the second time in January, his government has made several changes regarding the country’s foreign policies, particularly on aid and trade. Multinational organisations at the UN, NGOs and governments like Uganda have already lost …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Johnnie Walker Uganda, through its She Walks initiative, celebrated International Women’s Day on March 8th by spotlighting the resilience and leadership of women in marketing. The themed “Bold and Brilliant: Good Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office,” brought together accomplished and emerging marketers from diverse industries, including finance, …
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The ICT ministry, in collaboration with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and other key stakeholders, have developed ICT IP Guidelines to provide a clear roadmap for navigating the complexities of intellectual property rights in Uganda. Kampala, Uganda | LOUIS JADWONG | Getting Ugandan innovators to secure Intellectual Property (IP) …
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But entrepreneurship is just one piece of the puzzle. Education remains a cornerstone of Uganda’s future Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | From February 19 to 21, the Mastercard Foundation hosted the Young Africa Works 2025 Dialogue in Kampala, a gathering that felt less like a conference and more like a …
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INTERVIEW | Among oil and gas majors, TotalEnergies stands alone in its plans to shift a fifth of its business to renewable-led integrated power by 2030. It’s a tightrope walk for the company’s long-time CEO Patrick Pouyanné—essentially a strategy that’s not “enough oil and gas” for traditional investors nor “enough renewables” …
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