Effective July 1, all importers of secondhand clothes will have to pay an extra charge of 30 percent, up from the current 15 percent, should the President sign into law the External Trade Amendment Bill, 2026. Parliament yesterday passed the Bill that will see the prices of used clothes g
The First African Bicycle Information Organization (FABIO) a non-government organization involved in social transformation activities has engaged stake holders on the Controversial Sovereignty Bill 2026 which was tabled in parliament for the first reading last week and is currently at the committ
withholding tax exemption allows qualifying businesses to receive income without deductions at source, improve cash flow management, and reduce administrative burden related to tax credits and reconciliations.The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has officially announced the opening of applic
The court has charged Mohammad Ali, a 32-year-old businessman from Kampala, with stealing 30 kilograms of gold worth $2.4 million. The charge, which was filed in April 2026, follows an investigation into an incident that took place between September 22nd and October 2nd, 2025, in the Bukasa-Muyen
Taxi operators in Kampala have asked government to extend a planned crackdown on unroadworthy vehicles, warning that the directive risks disrupting livelihoods and was issued without adequate consultation.The operators say the move requires more time to allow for repairs and ensure orderly
The Resident District Commissioner (RDC) for Nansana, Charles Lwanga, has called on boda boda riders to take proactive steps in eliminating criminal elements within their ranks, warning that such individuals are damaging the reputation of the industry.Speaking during a meeting with boda bo
The Inspector General of Police will preside over the pass-out ceremony of newly trained Private Security Guards tomorrow, Wednesday, 22nd April 2026, at the Police Training School in Ollilim, Katakwi District. This event marks an important milestone in strengthening security services in the regi
Uganda is approaching what officials describe as a decisive phase in its petroleum journey, with major oil infrastructure projects reporting near-completion ahead of expected production in the second half of 2026.This was announced ahead of the 11th Annual Oil and Gas Convention (OGC 2026)
MBARARA CITY, Uganda — Mbarara City has commissioned two newly constructed patient waiting shelters at Ruti Health Centre II and Nyamityoobora Health Centre II in the South Division, in a project valued at UGX 129 million.Each facility received a waiting shelter worth UGX 64 million, imp
Parliament has passed the Value Added Tax Amendment Bill, 2026, adopting a series of reforms aimed at easing compliance for small businesses, improving tax administration, and attracting investment, following a report presented by Mbale Industrial Division MP Karim Masaba.The House approve
