Ibrahim Kibuuka Bbossa, who had been serving as the spokesperson for the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), officially resigned last month to rejoin the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC). His resignation followed a reshuffle by Commissioner General John Musinguzi Rujoki, which had earlier seen Bbossa appointed as Assistant Commissioner for Tax Education. In this new capacity, Bbossa…
Ibrahim Kibuuka Bbossa, who had been serving as the spokesperson for the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), officially resigned last month to rejoin the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC). His resignation followed a reshuffle by Commissioner General John Musinguzi Rujoki, which had earlier seen Bbossa appointed as Assistant Commissioner for Tax Education. In this new capacity, Bbossa…
By Amos Ssemuwemba Equity Bank Uganda has achieved a major milestone in its digital transformation journey, with 96% of all customer transactions now processed through digital channels. This announcement was made by James Olany, Strategy & Business Manager at Equity Bank Uganda, during the Top 100 SME networking forum held at the Sheraton Kampala on…
By Amos Ssemuwemba In a significant move to strengthen agricultural ties, former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo visited Uganda on Wednesday, meeting with President Yoweri Museveni to explore trade opportunities in the dairy and coffee sectors. During his tour of Pearl Dairy Farms in Mbarara City, Obasanjo engaged with farmers in Kiruhura and Kazo districts, expressing…
By Amos Ssemuwemba Coffee farmers in Bukomansimbi District are calling for urgent government intervention to safeguard their harvests from the predatory practices of exploitative money lenders, which threaten both their livelihoods and the quality of Uganda’s esteemed coffee. During a recent workshop in Bigasa, organized by the Buddu-Rural Coffee Growers Traders and Processors Association, farmers…
By Teddy Namayanja The Government of Uganda has introduced a tax amnesty program to support businesses recovering from the economic impact of COVID-19. Through this program, the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) will waive interest and penalties on outstanding principal taxes as of June 30, 2023, for taxpayers who pay their principal tax by December 31,…
By Amos Ssemuwemba The appointment of Mercy Adah Tukahirwa as the Commander of the Fisheries Protection Unit has sparked a heated debate in Uganda, following remarks made by Mukono South MP Fred Kayondo. Kayondo criticized the decision, citing cultural norms in Buganda that traditionally restrict women from leadership roles related to lakes. During a press…
By Amos Ssemuwemba The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has shutdown 11 radio stations across the country, over illegal operations and failure to meet broadcasting standards. The decision was reached following an extensive investigation into the operations of the affected stations, which revealed breaches in ethical standards; including airing inappropriate content and failure to adhere to…
By Amos Ssemuwemba In a dynamic discussion on NBS TV this morning, Sir Simon Muyanga Lutaya and Liznile Naherya of DEBU & FI INITIATIVE shed light on their ongoing efforts to support entrepreneurs in the informal sector. Their widely recognized business talk shows, which have been successfully held in various locations, are now set to…
By Amos Ssemuwemba The Minister of Works and Transport, Gen. Edward Katumba Wamala, has announced the full closure of Karuma Bridge to all traffic starting Monday, September 23, to allow for major refurbishment works. The bridge, which serves as a key link to northern Uganda, West Nile, and neighboring countries, had previously been partially closed…
