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From 139 Members to 15,000, Sacco Records Over Shs18bn in Loan Value

From 139 Members to 15,000, Sacco Records Over Shs18bn in Loan Value

Adjumani Town Council Savings and Credit Cooperative Organization (Sacco) has recorded impressive growth, celebrating a major milestone during its 16th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on Saturday.Established in 2007 with just 139 members and a loan portfolio of Shs 7.7 million, the SCco

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Airtel Expands 4G Network in Ibanda with Four New Sites to Boost Connectivity, Development

Airtel Expands 4G Network in Ibanda with Four New Sites to Boost Connectivity, Development

In a major step towards enhancing digital connectivity in rural Uganda, Airtel Uganda has commissioned four new 4G network sites in Ibanda District.The new installations, located in Kashozi, Nyansimbo, Rwenkobwa, and Kakoma are now fully operational and set to significantly improve network

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Rethink Development: PDM Is More Than Just Handouts

Rethink Development: PDM Is More Than Just Handouts

The Parish Development Model (PDM) is a promising initiative, but it risks becoming just another cash distribution scheme unless the government rethinks its broader development strategy, renowned economist Dr Fred Muhumuza has cautioned.Appearing on NBS Morning Breeze, Muhumuza argued that

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Kabaka Pays Tribute to Aga Khan IV, Affirms Continued Partnership with Ismaili Community

Kabaka Pays Tribute to Aga Khan IV, Affirms Continued Partnership with Ismaili Community

Kabaka Ronald Mutebi has paid tribute to the late Aga Khan IV, Prince Karim Al Hussaini, praising his lifelong dedication to global development and his enduring impact on Uganda.In a message of condolence to the Ismaili Imamat and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), t

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Another cohort graduates from Reach A Hand's peer educators' academy

Another cohort graduates from Reach A Hand's peer educators' academy

Reach A Hand Uganda (RAHU) has held a graduation ceremony for the Class of 2024 of the Peer Educators Academy at its offices in Lungujja.The graduates are those who have successfully completed their year of service.This year, there was an 82.5% increase in the number of graduat

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‘We’re aware the boda market is built on trust’

‘We’re aware the boda market is built on trust’

Imagine you’re running an asset financing business in Europe and think, “Why not give East Africa a shot?” So you do the research, find the market, and discover real potential.  That’s how Mogo Uganda, an asset-financing tech company, landed in Kampala.  The

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US election: What Kamala or Trump win means for rule of law

US election: What Kamala or Trump win means for rule of law

The United States of America today closes elections to pick its president for the next four years. Although millions of voters have voted early, millions more will vote in person today. The two contenders are, Republican Party candidate Donald Trump, a former president who was defeat

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US election: Ugandans hopeful vote outcome will sustain education aid

US election: Ugandans hopeful vote outcome will sustain education aid

The US heads to the polls today, with many across Africa, including Uganda, hopeful that the incoming president will maintain foreign aid that supports educational programmes. The US has significantly contributed to Uganda's education sector through scholarships, partnerships, funding, a

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African music platform to pay $1m in royalties

African music platform to pay $1m in royalties

A leading African music platform has announced that it is now prioritising hyperlocal markets to enhance the reach and impact of both its artistes and advertisers, focusing on tailored content in key regions across the continent. “This approach has led to specific content development i

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Govt seeks Shs36.6b to equip refugees with vocational skills 

Govt seeks Shs36.6b to equip refugees with vocational skills 

The government faces a Shs36.6 billion shortfall needed to equip refugee learners with vocational skills, threatening efforts to help them secure jobs and become self-reliant. This funding gap has been worsened by reduced financial support from development partners, who had previously pl

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