Meet The First Ugandan to Own a Bus And How He Transformed The Industry In Uganda
Martin Jerome Okec Aliker, a prominent Ugandan businessman and dental surgeon, is celebrated as the first Ugandan to own a bus. His pioneering efforts in the
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China tells Trump: If you want trade talks, cancel tariffs
China has called on the US to cancel its sweeping tariffs on Chinese goods entering the country as a sign that the President Donald Trump is serious about resolving the trade war between the two countries.A Chinese official said there had been no trade talks with the US, despite suggestion
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Electricity Costs to Remain High Due to Expensive Investments - Prof Nuwagaba
Speaking at the Diaspora Exchange Forum hosted by Equity Bank, under the theme “Re-Routing Back Home: Funds Transfer for Powering Personal and Continental Growth,” Prof. Nuwagaba explained that the high cost of borrowing to develop electricity infrastructure makes lower electrici
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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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Katikkiro calls for dialogue among conflicting parties
The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has called on Ugandans, including politicians, to denounce violence and embrace dialogue as a means of resolving conflicts.His remarks came as Members of Parliament from the National Unity Platform (NUP) visited Bulange, Mengo, to purchase ki
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Union Minister Piyush Goyal asks startups to focus on high-tech sectors like robotics and AI
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday (April 3, 2025) asked the Indian startup community to shift their focus from grocery delivery and ice cream making to to high tech sector like semiconductor, machine learning, robotics, and artificial intelligence.He also said there is a ne
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Umeme Says It’s Been Compelled to Hand Over Electricity Distribution; Considers Arbitration in London
Umeme insists that the government’s audit undervalues the company’s investment and has formally notified authorities of a dispute under Section 9.1 of the Support AgreementInside and outside the Ntinda substation in Kampala, where Umeme replaced obs
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Museveni Witnesses Agreement for Oil Refinery Construction in Hoima
Uganda has taken a major step in its oil sector after signing an agreement with Alpha MBM Investments LLC, a company based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), for the construction of a crude oil refinery in Hoima District.
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Inside The Luxurious Lifestyle Of Rebecca Kadaga, Houses, Cars And Investments
Rebecca Kadaga, a prominent Ugandan politician and lawyer, has built an impressive portfolio of assets over the years.Her lifestyle reflects her success and influence in Ugandan politics. Kadaga's wealth is evident in her properties, luxury cars, and various investments.Kadaga owns
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Inside The Luxurious Lifestyle Of Kizza Besigye, What He Owns And How He Built It
Kizza Besigye, a prominent Ugandan politician, physician, and former military officer, has amassed a notable amount of wealth over the years. His net worth is estimated to be between $100,000 and $1 million.Besigye's journey to wealth began with his education at Makerere University, where