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The Government has moved to calm fears over possible fuel shortages, saying Uganda’s petroleum supply remains stable despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. In a joint statement issued on March 30, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and the Uganda National Oil Company said the country’s fuel stocks and inland...

By Samuel Ssenono dfcu Limited grew profit after tax to UGX 81.5 billion in 2025, up from UGX 75.1 billion, as the bank expanded income and deposits despite tighter liquidity and high funding costs across the economy. Total income rose 16 percent to UGX 526 billion, driven largely by a 20 percent jump in non-funded income to UGX 108 billion, pointing...

The Embassy of Uganda in Beijing is participating in the Tourism Plus Expo currently underway in Shanghai, using the platform to market the country’s tourism potential and deepen ties with China and other global partners. The three-day event, running from March 29 to 31, has attracted tourism stakeholders from around the world, with Uganda presenting a dedicated exhibition booth designed...

By Shivan Ayebare. As the cost of living tightens and household incomes come under pressure, members of Kihanga Mparo SACCO have been urged to prioritise savings, investment and disciplined borrowing to stay afloat and grow their incomes. The call came during the SACCO’s 20th Annual General Meeting held at its head office in Mparo, Rukiga District, under the theme “Securing...

By Shivan Ayebare The Government of Uganda has renewed its support for the African Coffee Park in Ntungamo District, as part of efforts to drive value addition, industrial growth and local brand development. The State Minister for Finance, Hon. Henry Musasizi, said government plans to allocate funding in the current financial year to support the facility and similar innovations seen...

By David Mwanje New figures from the Uganda Bureau of Statistics show poverty levels remain high across the country, despite ongoing government programmes. About 27 in every 100 Ugandans are living in poverty, translating to more than 12 million people, including 4.6 million children. Many still lack access to basic services such as healthcare, education, jobs and technology, especially in rural...

By David Mwanje The government will not launch new road projects in the 2026/27 financial year, shifting focus to completing ongoing works as funding constraints tighten. The Ministry of Works and Transport says only Shs 690.5 billion has been allocated for infrastructure projects, far below the Shs 2.3 trillion required, forcing a change in priorities. Appearing before Parliament’s Committee on Physical Infrastructure,...

By Gloria Gwitabinji Parliament has begun processing the National Drug and Health Products Authority Bill, 2025 at second reading, a move that could reshape how medicines and health products are regulated in Uganda. The Bill proposes the creation of a central authority to oversee the manufacture, importation, exportation, distribution and use of drugs and other health products. It also expands...

By Ngabo Amon Uganda is yet to meet key stadium requirements for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) flagging major operational and infrastructure gaps ahead of the tournament. A CAF assessment shows that as of February 2026, none of the proposed competition venues fully meets Category 4 standards, placing pressure on ongoing works...

New research from University of Oxford suggests that men who ejaculate more frequently may have better sperm quality, challenging long-standing advice around abstinence when trying to conceive. The study, published this week, finds that while abstaining from ejaculation can increase sperm count, it may also reduce sperm health. Researchers say sperm stored for longer periods inside the male reproductive system...