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23 Apr '25
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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07 Apr '25
Residents of Moroto Municipality have expressed deep frustration over the prolonged delays in electricity supply, blaming the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) for not fulfilling promises made over the past seven years.Despite repeat
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06 Apr '25
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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04 Apr '25
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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04 Apr '25
From UK tailors to Australian farmers to Irish whiskey distillers, firms reveal the impact of US measuresDonald Trump’s sweeping tariffs will upend global trade, adding costs and delays to businesses around the world and threatening a recession.The Guardian spoke to eight businesses about
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07 Mar '25
Company directors and secretaries have been called upon to rethink governance in an AI-driven world and explore ways to foster more objective, transparent, and effective decision-making processes.This call was made during the 14th Annual Directors and Company Secretaries Conference, held u
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07 Mar '25
The government has committed to covering the medical bills of journalist Ibrahim Miracle, who was brutally beaten by security forces while covering the Kawempe North by-elections.David Bahati, Minister of State for Industries, updated Parliament on Miracle’s condition, confirming that hi
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06 Mar '25
Luweero Industries General Manager Maj. Gen. Sabiiti Muzeeyi reaffirmed the company's commitment to supporting NWSC's efforts to enhance water and sanitation services.The National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has partnered with Luweero Industries Limited
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17 Feb '25
Talks to license Starlink in South Africa have reportedly stalled over tensions with the Donald Trump administration in the US.Presidential spokesman Vincent NgwenyaTalks over licensing SpaceX’s Starlink service in South A
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06 Jan '25
President Yoweri Museveni has cautioned residents of Busia against engaging in smuggling, describing the practice as harmful to Uganda’s economy and a threat to national development.Addressing a crowd along Cust