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January 8, 2026

Uganda Business Environment: Risks and Market Opportunities

The Uganda business environment in 2026 presents a mix of opportunity, risk, and contradiction. The country offers strong natural assets and market potential. At the same time, political and governance challenges continue

BUSINESS

October 5, 2025

How to Get a SACCO Licence in Uganda

Obtaining a SACCO licence in Uganda is a legal requirement for any Savings and Credit Cooperative Society offering financial services. The process is regulated by the Uganda Microfinance Regulatory Authority (UMRA) under

BUSINESS

January 9, 2026

Uganda’s Exports Grow by 33% to $12.7 Billion, Driven by Gold and Coffee

Uganda’s total exports surged to $12.7 billion (Shs46 trillion) in the year ending November 2025, marking a 33% increase from the previous year’s $8.5 billion (Shs30 trillion), according to the latest Bank

Janet Museveni Advocates for Women-Led Bank to Boost Economic Empowerment

In a call for greater economic empowerment, First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Mrs. Janet Kataha Museveni, has urged Ugandan women to establish a women-led bank. This initiative aims to

January 9, 2026

BUSINESS

Uganda 2026 Election: What Investors Need to Know About Yields

As Uganda heads into the 2026 election period, experts urge investors to stay calm and adopt a strategic approach. While political activity is expected to rise, analysts believe that the market’s current

January 9, 2026

BUSINESS

Q3 Government Spending: Govt Releases Shs16.5 Trillion as Economy Stays Stable

The government has released Shs16.537 trillion for Quarter Three (Q3) of the Financial Year 2025/26, signaling strong confidence in Uganda’s economy. This release comes at a sensitive time. The country is approaching

January 8, 2026

BUSINESS

Uganda’s Low Inflation Supports Growth Amid Startup Funding Slump

Uganda’s Uganda inflation rate stayed low in 2025. It rose slightly to 3.6%, up from 3.3% in 2024. Yet it remained well below the Bank of Uganda’s 5% target. This stability contrasts

January 5, 2026

Finance

South African Rand Holds Steady Amid Venezuela Tensions

The South African rand held steady in early trade on Monday as investors weighed the fallout from U.S. military action in Venezuela. At 0657 GMT, the rand traded at 16.5050 against the

January 5, 2026

BUSINESS·Africa·MARKETS

Uganda Launches Katale Loan to Empower Market Vendors and Small-Scale Traders

Uganda Launches Katale Loan The government of Uganda, through the Microfinance Support Centre (MSC), has introduced the Katale Loan, a new financing product designed to empower market vendors and small-scale traders with

January 3, 2026

BUSINESS

Uganda’s Inflation Holds Steady at 3.1% in December Despite Rising Food and Fuel Costs

Uganda’s Inflation Holds Steady at 3.1% in December Uganda’s headline inflation remained steady at 3.1% in December 2025, reflecting mixed price movements across major expenditure categories, according to the Uganda Bureau of

January 3, 2026

BUSINESS

NETA Scholarships and Bursaries for Needy Students

NETA scholarships and bursaries will support needy learners across Uganda as the National Entrepreneurs and Traders Association rolls out a new education initiative. The programme targets students from nursery to tertiary institutions,

December 27, 2025

BUSINESS

Personal Loans Remain Top Credit Choice

Personal loans remain top credit choice as households and individuals continue to absorb the largest share of bank lending in Uganda. According to the Ministry of Finance’s Performance of the Economy Report

December 27, 2025

BUSINESS

Phaneroo Partners Airlines for Phaneroo Night of Prayer Travel Discounts

Phaneroo Night of Prayer preparations have reached a decisive stage as Phaneroo Ministries International announced a new travel partnership. The ministry has teamed up with Uganda Airlines and Kenya Airways to make

December 27, 2025

BUSINESS

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Uganda Business Environment: Risks and Market Opportunities

How to Get a SACCO Licence in Uganda

Uganda’s Exports Grow by 33% to $12.7 Billion, Driven by Gold and Coffee

Janet Museveni Advocates for Women-Led Bank to Boost Economic Empowerment

Uganda 2026 Election: What Investors Need to Know About Yields

Q3 Government Spending: Govt Releases Shs16.5 Trillion as Economy Stays Stable

Uganda’s Low Inflation Supports Growth Amid Startup Funding Slump

South African Rand Holds Steady Amid Venezuela Tensions

Uganda Launches Katale Loan to Empower Market Vendors and Small-Scale Traders

Uganda’s Inflation Holds Steady at 3.1% in December Despite Rising Food and Fuel Costs

NETA Scholarships and Bursaries for Needy Students

Personal Loans Remain Top Credit Choice

Phaneroo Partners Airlines for Phaneroo Night of Prayer Travel Discounts

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