The Bahrain-based subsidiary of Vitol, the world’s largest independent oil trading firm, has faced major disruptions after Iran restricted access through the Strait of Hormuz in response to joint US-Israel attacks about two months ago.KAMPALA: Senior executives of Vitol Bahrain E.C, Ugan
Uganda and Kenya agree on SGR standards to link their conflicting rail systems, advancing the massive regional infrastructure project.KAMPALA, Uganda — The Ministry of Works and Transport is requesting 8.3 trillion shillings for the 2026/27 fiscal year, a 40% increase intended to moderni
Months after the January 2026 parliamentary elections, National Resistance Movement (NRM) flagbearer for Northern Division in Mbale City, Hudu Hussein, has rejected the official outcome, citing alleged electoral irregularities, but announced he will not challenge the results in court.In a
At the heart of Uganda’s Commercial Court sits a quiet crisis with far-reaching economic consequences: 623 unresolved banking cases locking up an estimated UGX 2 trillion in disputed value. For banks, this means capital tied down in provisioning and delayed recovery; for borrowers, businesses f
KAMPALA, Uganda – A senior government liaison official has called for urgent reforms in Uganda’s regulatory and procurement systems, warning that persistent weaknesses in enforcement and oversight are threatening public health, food security, and the nation’s economic stability.In a
KAMPALA – The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has extended an open invitation to opposition politicians to take part in its upcoming parliamentary retreat in Kyankwanzi, in a move the party says is aimed at fostering inclusive dialogue on national development.According to NRM S
The Diamond Tower is a proposed 220-meter skyscraper in Kampala’s Kololo neighborhood, designed by Angiletti Design Studio to be the tallest building in Uganda. Scheduled for a 2026 construction start, the 54-story vertical development features 300 serviced apartments, a luxury hotel, and high-
Manchester United loanee Marcus Rashford is reportedly willing to make important sacrifices to extend his time at Barcelona.The 28-year-old was cast aside by former MUFC head coach Ruben Amorim, which prompted a loan move to Aston Villa in January 2025, followed by a ‘dream’ transfer t
Bebe Cool said he managed to infiltrate Bobi Wine’s political structures and gather information that weakened the National Unity Platform’s mobilisation efforts. Musician Bebe Cool has claimed that he planted spies within the camp of his longtime rival, Bobi Wine, and used them to moni
Jowy Landa has opened up about her struggles with local management, revealing the personal reasons behind her decision to move away from Ugandan-based managers.Speaking in a recent interview on Radio 4 UG, she explained that her experiences with different managers have often ended badly.
