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Uganda to host second G-25 Africa coffee summit, focus on value addition, domestic consumption

The 2nd G-25 Africa Coffee Summit (ACs) will be held in Uganda at the Speke Resort Munyonyo in Kampala, under the theme “Transforming the African Coffee Sector through Value Addition” from August 7th to 10th, 2023. The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries, in collaboration with the Inter-African Coffee Organisation (IACO), stated in a […]

Uganda magnifies Oil Drilling Operations

Uganda has been actively drilling production wells since January 2023 to prepare for oil production expected to start in 2025. Over 450 wells will be drilled across various areas, with a peak production rate of 230,000 barrels per day. Since the projects’ debut in January 2023, production well drilling has continued, according to Thursday’s statement […]

Uganda to sign bilateral labour agreement with Qatar

Ugandans seeking to work in Qatar can finally smile after the Government of Uganda revealed it is set to sign a bilateral labour agreement with the State of Qatar on Friday 21st July 2023. Following the Government of Uganda’s announcement that it will sign a bilateral Labor agreement with the State of Qatar on July […]

Uganda Government Partners with AGRA to Boost Uganda’s Agricultural Produce Market

The Government of Uganda entered a strategic partnership with the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), this strategic alliance aims to increase the commercialization and competitiveness of agricultural production and Agro processing. The goal is to elevate the value of exports, foster agricultural sector growth, generate employment opportunities in the Agro-industry, and ensure […]

Government Initiates Tractor Distribution Worth SH2.4B to Boost Agricultural Production

The Government of Uganda has taken a significant step towards enhancing agricultural productivity in the country by launching the distribution of tractors worth shs2.4 billion to large-scale farmers. The move is expected to bolster the agricultural sector, transform it into a thriving business enterprise, and accelerate production for both local consumption and export. Alongside the […]

Uganda Airlines Expands Horizons with Direct Flights to India

Uganda Airlines, the national carrier of Uganda, has announced its plans to launch direct flights to India, a move which will ease connectivity and strengthen trade relations between the two countries. This development comes as no surprise, considering the robust trade partnership that exists between India and Uganda. The launch of direct flights between Uganda […]

Government Announces Free Electricity Connections to Promote Cottage Industries in Kigezi Sub-Region

The Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Ms Ruth Nankabirwa, has announced that 33,457 free electricity connections will be provided in the Kigezi sub-region during the current financial year. The initiative aims to promote the growth of cottage industries and improve socio-economic development. The Minister of Energy and Mineral Development Ms Ruth Nankabirwa has announced […]

Russia-Uganda Summit Aims to Strengthen Bilateral Trade and Cooperation

The Russian ambassador to Uganda, Semivolos, emphasizes that the upcoming summit between Russia and Uganda, scheduled to take place in St. Petersburg aims to strengthen bilateral trade and economic cooperation, as well as develop a broader range of complex bilateral relations. The summit will also include private meetings between Presidents Putin and Museveni to discuss […]

Uganda Bureau of Statistics Seeks Additional Time for National Housing and Population Census 2023

The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has requested an extension for the forthcoming National Housing and Population Census 2023. UBOS has completed most of the pre-census activities but requires more time to finalize the procurement process for tablets, which are essential for the enumeration exercise. Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) a body mandated with the […]

Uganda Seeks to Impose 5% Tax on Foreign Digital Companies

Uganda is proposing to impose a 5% tax on income derived from the provision of digital services by non-resident companies such as Facebook, Twitter, Google, Netflix, and Amazon. The government argues that foreign digital companies should contribute a portion of their income earned in Uganda as taxes, separate from the taxes imposed on resident companies. […]