Adri Führi appointed EFT Corporation CFO, championing women in fintech
The African fintech company has appointed veteran finance executive Adri Führi to lead its financial strategy and guide growth across key markets, including Kenya and Ethiopia.
Uganda’s new Akii Bua Olympic Stadium reaches 25% completion ahead of 2027 Africa Cup of Nations
Construction of the 20,000-seat arena named after Olympic champion John Akii-Bua is underway, with officials saying the venue will be ready in time for the Africa Cup of Nations.
NUP leadership under pressure to defend fairness of vetting
Kibirige Kassim, who lost the Nakawa East flag, says the party’s vetting process favoured connected candidates over local representation, sparking wider debate on fairness in Uganda’s opposition.
Netherlands strikes migration deal with Uganda to host transit hub for rejected asylum seekers
The Netherlands has unveiled a pilot project with Uganda to manage rejected asylum seekers, a move that comes as European countries search for solutions amid rising political tensions over migration.
Chinese automaker Jetour Group enters Uganda with new SUVs, promises affordability and support
Jetour Group has unveiled its DASHING and X70 Plus models in Kampala, marking its official entry into the Ugandan automotive market. The company plans to expand its lineup later this…
260 arrested in Africa-wide crackdown on online romance scams and sextortion
Police in 14 African countries have detained more than 260 people in a joint operation targeting online scams, including romance fraud and sextortion, linked to losses of nearly $2.8m.
Uganda’s Damalie and the Story of Doreen Mirembe: A New Voice in East African Drama
Doreen Mirembe once worked as a dental nurse, but her passion for storytelling has propelled her to become a producer, screenwriter, and lead actress on Pearl Magic Prime’s hit series…
dfcu Bank opens new branch in Fort Portal, eyes Western Uganda’s growth
Uganda’s dfcu Bank has launched its 55th branch in Fort Portal Tourism City, aiming to bring more people and businesses in western Uganda into the formal financial system.
Irene Ntale, Uganda’s R&B star, to wed fiancé Vincent Kalibbala this October
Irene Ntale, one of Uganda’s most recognizable music voices, has announced she will marry longtime partner Vincent Kalibbala on Oct. 17, following a journey marked by tradition, privacy and public…
Robert Kyagulanyi nominated as sixth presidential candidate for Uganda’s 2026 elections
Musician-turned-politician Robert Kyagulanyi will again face President Yoweri Museveni, after being declared a duly nominated candidate in Uganda’s 2026 presidential elections.
