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Tobacco Firms Clash Over Proposed Tax Hike on Cigarettes

Tobacco Firms Clash Over Proposed Tax Hike on Cigarettes

The British American Tobacco-Uganda (BAT) has urged Parliament to reconsider the Excise Duty Amendment Bill 2025, which proposes increasing taxes on cigarettes.BAT officials argued that the tax hike would not only reduce their sales but also lead to a decline in government revenue."

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Tesla shares tumble ahead of first-quarter earnings report

Tesla shares tumble ahead of first-quarter earnings report

Tesla shares fell almost 6% on Monday, a day ahead of the electric vehicle company's first-quarter earnings report, as analysts fret over "ongoing brand erosion."The stock closed at $227.50 leaving it less than $6 above its low for the year on April 8. The shares are now down 44% for the year af

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URA to Hire 1,269 New Staff to Boost Tax Collection

URA to Hire 1,269 New Staff to Boost Tax Collection

The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) is set to recruit 1,260 new staff members to enhance tax collection efforts, particularly targeting high-net-worth individuals in industries such as construction, transport, and professionals.This move aims to increase revenue collections and reduce depen

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Electricity Costs to Remain High Due to Expensive Investments - Prof Nuwagaba

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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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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Political Parties Lag in 2026 Election Preparations as EC Raises Concern

Political Parties Lag in 2026 Election Preparations as EC Raises Concern

With just eight months until Uganda’s 2026 general election cycle begins, political parties are under growing scrutiny for their slow preparations.While the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) and the Democratic Party (DP) have already mapped out their election strategies, key oppo

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Trump’s tariff formula confounds the world, punishes the poor

Trump’s tariff formula confounds the world, punishes the poor

Just R20 for the first month. Support independent journalism by subscribing to our digital news package. Image: REUTERS/Kent Nishimura Ridiculed for imposing trade tariffs on frozen islands largely inhabited by penguins, US President Donald Trump's formula for calculating the levi

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The Simple Hack That Can 'Erase' The Deepest Lines And Wrinkles On The Face And Neck

The Simple Hack That Can 'Erase' The Deepest Lines And Wrinkles On The Face And Neck

SheFinds emphasizes that this review is not monetized, compensated, or sponsored in any way. This evaluation of the product is strictly based on the expertise of a beauty industry expert.Deep face and neck wrinkle

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'National ID Will Be Required for All Services' - Museveni's Govt Announces

'National ID Will Be Required for All Services' - Museveni's Govt Announces

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has announced that soon, Ugandans will be required to present their National Identification Numbers (NIN) to access all services, both public and private.This policy shift, which i

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KCCA Leadership Takes Action To Address Flooding Hotspots In Kyambogo And Kinawataka

KCCA Leadership Takes Action To Address Flooding Hotspots In Kyambogo And Kinawataka

The Executive Director of the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), Sharifah Buzeki, together with her deputy, Benon Kigenyi, spent the yesterday afternoon surveying key flooding hotspots in the Kyambogo and Kinawataka areas.

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