Year in Review: Entebbe International Airport and Civil Aviation Authority’s 2024 Milestones

As the curtains draw on 2024, Entebbe International Airport and the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) proudly look back on a year of remarkable achievements. Significant growth, innovation, and infrastructure development have positioned Uganda’s premier airport as a beacon of excellence in African aviation. Here are some of the key milestones you need to know; Passenger…

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Uganda Revenue Authority: A Year of Resilience and Growth

As 2024 wraps up, we take stock of Uganda Revenue Authority’s (URA) performance, highlighting its progress, successes, challenges and lessons learned throughout the year. Revenue Collection: Exceeding Targets URA surpassed its revenue collection target by 5%, collecting UGX 22.4 trillion (approximately USD 6 billion) between January and December 2024. This feat demonstrates the authority’s commitment…

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Securing Uganda’s Future: NSSF’s Remarkable Achievements in Challenging Times

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination, achieving outstanding milestones despite the challenging economic landscape in Uganda. Amidst uncertainty, NSSF has strived to record impressive performances, transforming the social security sector and cementing its position as a leader in providing financial security to its members. NSSF’s commitment to excellence is…

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Uganda’s Economic Resilience Shines: Shilling Strengthens Amid Global Uncertainty

Ugandans received some fantastic news this week from the Bank of Uganda – the shilling had strengthened against the US dollar. According to the Bank of Uganda’s monetary policy report for October 2024, the shilling appreciated by 1.9% in the three months to September 2024, indicating stability in Uganda’s domestic financial market. This appreciation not…

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20 Years of Unwavering Commitment: FHRI’s Triumph in the Fight against the Death Penalty

For two decades, the Foundation for Human Rights Initiative (FHRI) has tirelessly championed the abolition of the death penalty in Uganda and beyond. Since its inception in 2003, FHRI has made remarkable strides in this challenging yet crucial campaign. The Journey Begins FHRI embarked on this ambitious endeavor driven by a profound conviction: every human…

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Bugisu Youth and Elders Stand United Against Uganda Coffee Amendment Bill. In a rare show of unity, Bugisu’s youth have joined forces with the Bugisu Cooperative Union (BCU) Elders Forum to oppose the Uganda National Coffee Amendment Bill 2024, which aims to merge the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA) with the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal…

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Entebbe Airport Posts Impressive Growth in Passenger and Cargo Traffic

Uganda’s aviation sector continues to thrive, with Entebbe International Airport recording impressive passenger and cargo growth in September 2024. The airport welcomed a total of 188,710 passengers, marking a significant increase from the same period last year. Arriving passengers accounted for 100,350, while departing passengers totaled 88,360, resulting in an average daily footfall of 6,290….

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Minister Tumwebaze Calls for Unity in Coffee Sector Development

Uganda’s Minister of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, Frank Tumwebaze, has urged stakeholders to put aside politics and work together to improve the country’s coffee sector. Addressing recent debates surrounding the rationalization of the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA), Tumwebaze emphasized that the exercise aims to streamline service delivery and eliminate duplication of efforts. “The…

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