United Kingdom | Patricia Akankwatsa | Ugandan marketing professional Racheal Ssenyondo has been awarded the title of Marketing Fellow by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) in the United Kingdom, one of the highest recognitions in the profession. The fellowship, conferred to senior marketers with outstanding experience and contributions to the industry, marks a major milestone …
Read More »Uganda’s mpox cases hit 8,001 as infections decline
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | The cumulative number of confirmed mpox cases in Uganda has hit 8,001, with 50 deaths reported as the East African country registers a decline in new infections, the Ministry of Health said on Thursday. A total of 15 new infections and two deaths were recorded …
Read More »IRA’s Kaddunabbi urges accountants to make insurance the pillar of Uganda’s social cohesion
Entebbe, Uganda | Julius Businge | Kaddunabbi Ibrahim Lubega, the chief executive officer of the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA), has challenged Uganda’s accountants to transform their profession and safeguard the nation by championing personal insurance. Speaking at the 30th Annual Seminar of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda …
Read More »dfcu’s Charles Mudiwa champions vocational education as key to Uganda’s transformation
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Charles Mudiwa, the Chief Executive Officer of dfcu Bank, has emphasized the need to prioritize vocational education as a pathway to transforming Uganda’s education system and driving sustainable community development. Speaking on August 30 during the official launch of the Rotary Club of Kampala-Blue …
Read More »Uganda’s SGR edges forward but hurdles remain
Progress on land acquisition has also advanced, with 150 km – about 55% of the route – already secured Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda has released $75 million to Turkish contractor Yapı Merkezi to begin preliminary work on its long-delayed Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), a project the government says …
Read More »Solutech urges government to boost digital automation sector
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Solutech, a leading provider of sales automation and field management solutions, has urged the Ugandan government to take bold steps to accelerate the growth of the country’s digital automation sector. The company made the appeal as it continues to expand its operations and deepen …
Read More »Beyond Promotions – How competition is shaping shopping trends in Uganda
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | With every shilling carrying more weight for households, Ugandan shoppers are becoming more selective, seeking value, convenience, and rewarding experiences. This shift is forcing retailers to rethink their strategies and respond not only with competitive prices but with loyalty programs, personalized offers, and innovations …
Read More »Patro Uganda emerges as a leading digital news hub for Ugandan youth
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Patro Uganda, a fast-rising digital media platform, is establishing itself as a key player in Uganda’s online news landscape. The platform, which focuses on entertainment, celebrity gossip, sports, politics, and global affairs, has strategically positioned itself to engage Uganda’s youth- majority population, with 75% …
Read More »Financing education’s next frontier
How SchoolPay is driving Uganda’s education finance revolution Kampala, Uganda | Patricia Akankwatsa | Uganda’s education sector stands at a crossroads. Financing shortfalls, learning poverty, and the lingering scars of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to undermine the promise of quality education. At the heart of these challenges lies a pressing question: …
Read More »Bridging the healthcare gap: corporate responsibility in Uganda’s health sector
OPINION | George Mubiru | Uganda’s healthcare system has made notable progress over the years, but it continues to face significant challenges, especially in rural areas. Many public health facilities remain under- resourced, often struggling with shortages of essential medicines, limited diagnostic equipment, and inadequate staffing to handle the growing demand …
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