Reading time 2 min By Amos Ssemuwemba In an exciting development for Uganda’s entrepreneurial landscape, the Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) launched the MSMEs Financing Gateway, a revolutionary platform designed to empower Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the region. This new gateway is set to be a game-changer, offering MSMEs free access to…
Reading time 3 min By Amos Ssemuwemba The Uganda Microfinance Regulatory Authority (UMRA) has issued a stern warning to the public against engaging with a growing number of unauthorized online loan providers that have been exploiting borrowers and compromising their data privacy. According to UMRA, these loan providers operate without any legal authorization, putting their…
2 min read In a bid to develop Entebbe International Airport The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) is upgrading business class services the or ongoing project will introduce a modern business class facility with improved lounges, premium dining options, high-speed Wi-Fi, and private workspaces. Additional features will include quiet zones and shower facilities. “This expansion…
2min read Six pupils of Trust Infant Primary school from Nakaseke, are receiving treatment from Nkumba sub Medical Centre after the bus they were travelling in over turned in a serious road crush at Nkumba along Entebbe Road. The Pupils were on their way to Entebbe Zoo for a tour, when the bus they were…
Edrisah Musuuza aka Eddy Kenzo is a celebrated Ugandan musician who rose from humble beginnings. He was born in 1989 in Masaka District. The death of his mother and lack of support from both his paternal and maternal families left him no choice other than fending for himself on the streets of Masaka for over…
Accessing retirement benefits upon death by the dependent relatives of the deceased may sometimes be tricky especially when they don’t know what is required. This does not only affect beneficiaries of retirees who are saving with the mandatory schemes but also those saving with the occupational schemes. Some people don’t disclose the saving schemes that…
Retirement is a significant life transition that allows individuals to shift their focus from professional responsibilities to personal interests and relaxation. It can be a time of freedom and exploration, offering the opportunity to pursue long-held hobbies, travel, or spend more time with loved ones. In this stage of life, someone stops working full time…
By Teddy Namayanja Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has demanded that President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni visits Kiteezi Land Fill, to ascertain the magnitude of the Saturday tragedy that has so far claimed 36 lives and left hundreds homeless. He made the demand Friday morning at City Hall, while addressing Journalists about the proposals made…
By Teddy Namayanja The High Court in Kampala, has adjourned a case involving 8 National Unity Platform(NUP) supporters allegedly abducted and arrested by security forces until August 23, 2024. The case was scheduled for rulling earlier today but the presiding judge failed to appear. National Unity Platform (NUP)Lawyer George Musisi expressed disappointment over the delays…
By Teddy Namayanja Thirty nine people are still missing following the Kiteezi Garbage Landfill which occurred last week on Saturday August 10, 2024. This is according to a report by Police and Office of the Prime Minister. “These 39 are people who were registered as missing by this committe. This includes 35 people who…
