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Airtel Africa Charts Digital Future with Mobile Money IPO, Satellite Expansion and Crypto Ambitions

February 21, 2026 admin

Airtel Africa has unveiled an ambitious growth strategy focused on strengthening connectivity, scaling its fintech operations, and tapping into emerging technologies across its 14 markets in sub-Saharan Africa. The telecom giant is progressing plans to publicly list its mobile money division, expand satellite-based connectivity through a partnership with Starlink, and assess the potential integration of

Uganda’s Government Issues Heavy Rainfall and Flash Flood Alert

February 21, 2026 admin

The Office of the Prime Minister in Uganda has issued a nationwide weather advisory warning of heavy rainfall and an elevated risk of flash floods and landslides in several parts of the country. According to the advisory, the alert is in effect from February 19 to February 28, 2026, and primarily affects Western Uganda, Central

Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces Peacekeepers Honoured with UN Medals in Somalia

February 18, 2026 admin

Peacekeepers from the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) serving under United Nations Guard Unit XI (UNGU XI) have been awarded United Nations medals in recognition of their distinguished service in Somalia. The medal ceremony, held at the UNGU premises in Mogadishu, brought together senior representatives from the United Nations, the African Union mission and the

Nairobi Hosts Successful HSBC SVNS 2 as Rugby Africa Hails Kenya’s Global Readiness

February 17, 2026 admin

More than 15,000 fans turned up at Nyayo National Stadium over the weekend as Nairobi hosted the opening leg of the HSBC SVNS 2 series, drawing praise from continental rugby leaders and government officials. The two-day tournament, held from 14–15 February 2026, featured 12 men’s and women’s international teams battling for promotion back to the

African Energy Chamber Backs Kigali Africa CEO Forum as Key Investment Platform

February 15, 2026 admin

The African Energy Chamber (AEC) has endorsed the upcoming Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, describing the May 2026 event as a strategic platform for driving investment, partnerships and policy dialogue across the continent. The forum, scheduled for May 14–15 in Kigali, is expected to attract about 2,800 chief executives, heads of state, ministers and business

Uganda and Tanzania have agreed to strengthen collaboration in key areas

February 7, 2026February 18, 2026 admin

Uganda and Tanzania have agreed to strengthen collaboration in key areas including energy development, trade facilitation, infrastructure and regional peace, following high-level talks between the two neighbours in Dar es Salaam. The commitments were announced during a joint press briefing by Uganda’s President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan after bilateral discussions

Every Shilling Counts: How Ugandans Are Adapting to Rising Costs

September 23, 2025September 23, 2025 admin

Many households in Uganda are finding new ways to manage limited income in the face of rising costs. Whether it is a teacher, a boda boda rider, a market vendor, a bank teller, a cleaner, or a student, the daily routine involves careful decision making on how to stretch small amounts of money to meet

East African Region Faces Critical Challenges in Type 1 Diabetes Care for Children and Young People

May 15, 2025 admin

A new report by the Access to Medicine Foundation has shed light on the urgent need to improve access to care for children and young people (CYP) with type 1 diabetes (T1D) in East Africa. The report, which analyzes 11 initiatives supported by major pharmaceutical companies, reveals the stark inequities in access to diagnosis, treatment,

Housing Finance Bank Launches Business Clinics to Empower Ugandan SMEs and Women in Business

April 17, 2025April 17, 2025 admin

Housing Finance Bank is proud to announce the launch of the HFB Business Clinics — a transformative platform dedicated to fostering sustainable business growth for Ugandan women as well as small and medium businesses. The business clinics are designed to provide expert advisory services, tailored financial solutions, and practical insights to support enterprises at every

Housing Finance Bank Partners with Government of Uganda to Revolutionize Agricultural Financing in Pursuit of Regional Food Security

December 27, 2024December 27, 2024 admin

As agriculture and food security take center stage in Uganda’s national discourse, the Housing Finance Bank (HFB) is pleased to announce the signing of a transformative Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Uganda. This partnership will enable HFB to finance large-scale commercial farming initiatives aligned with government programs that are crucial to the