Tag Archives: Julius Businge

  Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | The Federation of Uganda Social Enterprises (FUSE) has launched Uganda’s first domestic Social Enterprise Certification and Verification System, aimed at setting national standards for businesses that combine commercial activities with social and environmental impact. Timothy Mugerwa, president of FUSE, announced the initiative on …

Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda’s efforts to build a more resilient agricultural sector are increasingly focusing on how sustainable farming practices can translate into higher farmer incomes, stronger domestic markets and export opportunities. The challenge will take centre stage at two upcoming agricultural events in Kampala, where farmers, policymakers, …

Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda’s ambition to expand its economy tenfold to $500 billion by 2040 will depend partly on the ability of businesses to invest productively, manage financial risks and convert the country’s natural resources into higher-value products. That puts chief financial officers (CFOs) at the centre of …

    Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | South Africa’s Nedbank Group has completed the acquisition of a 66% controlling stake in NCBA Group PLC, giving the lender a foothold in East Africa as regional financial institutions seek to expand cross-border business and investment. The transaction, announced on October 19, …

  As the brewer marks its 75th anniversary, local sourcing, tax policy, illicit alcohol and water efficiency are emerging as key tests of its next phase of growth   NEWS ANALYSIS | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda’s beer maker, Nile Breweries Limited, is looking to deepen local sourcing, improve water efficiency …

  Petrol prices have jumped to Shs7,000 per litre from Shs4,000 in September, as the dollar climbs to Shs4,000 from Shs3,700   Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda’s government is resisting broad fuel subsidies and artificial support for the shilling, a decision that could prolong pressure on households and …

Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda’s housing shortage should be treated as an economic development issue requiring practical solutions, affordable financing and better urban planning rather than as a challenge that government can address alone, housing sector stakeholders have said. The call was made at the inaugural National Housing …

  As Uganda pursues a US$500bn economy, policymakers face a difficult question: how much revenue can the country afford to sacrifice in the pursuit of growth?   Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda’s tax policy is facing an increasingly important test: whether the revenue government gives up through exemptions, …

  As Uganda targets a US$500 billion economy, pension leaders say deeper savings could provide the patient capital needed for transformation   Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda’s ambition to transform its economy could increasingly depend on how effectively the country mobilises and invests the savings of its workers. …

    The programme is valued at about Shs2.8bn grant from the French Embassy and Shs400bn co-financing from Stanbic Bank Uganda   Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | France is expanding support for Uganda’s women and youth-led green businesses, moving beyond project funding towards a longer-term pipeline intended to connect …