Business

    Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Sawa Energy and dfcu Bank have entered into a strategic partnership to expand access to affordable, reliable clean energy for Ugandan businesses through dfcu Go Green – Powered by Sawa Energy.. The initiative will connect qualifying dfcu SME and corporate clients with fully financed, …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) has announced a leadership transition following the conclusion of Ernest Rubondo’s second term as Executive Director on August 31, 2026. The PAU Board of Directors said the Minister of Energy and Mineral Development has approved the appointment of …

  Equity Bank Backs Vurra Secondary School Builds for a Bigger, Brighter Future   Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Set against the vibrant landscape of Arua in West Nile, Vurra Secondary School is expanding to keep pace with a rapidly growing student population. School leaders are racing to add classrooms …

 Berlin, Germany | AGENCIES | TECNO has spent years building its name in the fiercely competitive smartphone market, particularly across emerging economies where aggressive pricing, design and an expanding product range have helped newer brands challenge long-established technology companies. Now, the company is attempting a different  transition. At IFA ShowStoppers 2026 …

Kampala, Uganda | URN | The banking sector seeks to raise at least 490 trillion shillings in the form of available stock (patient capital) to support the government’s Tenfold GDP Growth Strategy. The sector currently has about 28 trillion shillings but needs to raise the stock for lending to the …

  RUBiS Energy Uganda Strengthens Nationwide Footprint with 10 New Service Stations, Advanced UltraTec Fuel Technology, and Expanded Customer Services   Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  RUBiS Energy Uganda has announced a major push to strengthen its nationwide footprint, combining the launch of UltraTec advanced fuel technology with new …

  The name marks a milestone, but Uganda’s real oil test begins when the first barrel reaches the market   Kikuube, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE & AGENCIES |  Uganda’s long-awaited entry into the global oil market has acquired a name, a commercial identity and, potentially, a new source of economic …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Housing Finance Bank is strengthening the integration of sustainability into its financing, governance and commercial decisions as it seeks to build long-term value for customers, businesses and the wider economy. The Bank’s sustainability drive has been reinforced by its certification under the Sustainability Standards …

Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Henry Musasizi, the minister of finance planning and economic development has challenged accountants to move beyond traditional financial reporting and become strategic partners in safeguarding public resources, strengthening fiscal discipline and improving economic decision- making. Musasizi said accountants have a critical responsibility to ensure public …

  Kampala, Uganda | AGENCIES | Uganda Airlines is recruiting Boeing 737 pilots as it prepares to shift from wet-leased aircraft to dry leases, a move that could cut leasing costs and give the national carrier greater control over its operations. The airline has advertised positions for Boeing 737 captains …