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Keith Kalyegira appointed Absa Bank's board chairperson

Keith Kalyegira appointed Absa Bank's board chairperson

Absa Uganda has appointed  Keith Kalyegira as the new chairman of the bank's board, effective 1 March 2025.Kalyegira is a highly respected and seasoned advisor on strategy, investments, and capital markets, with a wealth of experience cutting across both the public and priva

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Govt Eyes Billions in New Taxes on Beer, Cigarettes

Govt Eyes Billions in New Taxes on Beer, Cigarettes

Henry Musasizi, Minister of State for Finance, presented the seven Tax Bills to Parliament’s Finance Committee, outlining the government’s strategies to boost revenue amidst economic pressures.The Ugandan Ministry of Finance has proposed significant tax hikes

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Northern Bypass Delays Crippling Kampala’s Traffic and Business

Northern Bypass Delays Crippling Kampala’s Traffic and Business

The Kampala Northern Bypass, a crucial road network linking different parts of the city, urgently needs the completion of its renovation works to restore smooth traffic flow and support businesses.While the repairs are necessary, the delays have created a traffic nightmare, affecting thous

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Kitagwenda Politics Heat Up as RDC Kenyonyozi Joins Chairperson Race

Kitagwenda Politics Heat Up as RDC Kenyonyozi Joins Chairperson Race

The political landscape in Kitagwenda District is set for a shake-up as Assistant Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Ephrance Kenyonyozi officially declares her bid for the district chairperson seat ahead of the 2026 general elections.Her decision follows growing calls from the public ur

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‘There are no winners’: global companies respond to Trump tariffs

‘There are no winners’: global companies respond to Trump tariffs

From UK tailors to Australian farmers to Irish whiskey distillers, firms reveal the impact of US measuresDonald Trump’s sweeping tariffs will upend global trade, adding costs and delays to businesses around the world and threatening a recession.The Guardian spoke to eight businesses about

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UMEME to Hand Over Power Distribution to UEDCL on Fools’ Day!

UMEME to Hand Over Power Distribution to UEDCL on Fools’ Day!

Kampala, Uganda:Uganda’s electricity distribution sector is set for a major transition as Umeme Limited officially hands over operations to the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) on April 1, 2025, which will coinside with fools’ day. Thi

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RIP: Popular Ugandan Actor Is Dead

RIP: Popular Ugandan Actor Is Dead

Reports concerning the death of a popular Ugandan actor emerged online leading to a sombre mood.According to the source, Ugandan Film industry mourning the death of actor Ssematimba Moses. Sources revealed that Ss

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Uganda Government Leaves Contractors High and Dry with UGX 1.351 Trillion in Unpaid Bills

Uganda Government Leaves Contractors High and Dry with UGX 1.351 Trillion in Unpaid Bills

KAMPALA, Uganda — Uganda’s construction sector is facing a financial crisis due to the government’s failure to pay UGX 1.351 trillion in arrears to road contractors, according to Francis Mwijukye, Shadow Minister for Works and Transport.

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RIP: Ugandans Mourn Brilliant 2024 UACE Student Who Succumbed To Severe Headache

RIP: Ugandans Mourn Brilliant 2024 UACE Student Who Succumbed To Severe Headache

Death is inevitable, it is a phase everyone will undergo. The pain of losing a loved one is usually unbearable but we have to let them rest. The news concerning the untimely demise of a brilliant 2024 UACE student who passed away surfaced online leading to a som

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RIP: Bobi Wine Mourns Vocal NUP Comrade Who Succumbed To Kidney Failure

RIP: Bobi Wine Mourns Vocal NUP Comrade Who Succumbed To Kidney Failure

(Photo courtesy the late Faisal Juuko during past demonstrations)National Unity Platform president Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine took to the media and announced the untimely demise of a vocal NUP comrade.

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