Jambojet to Resume Nairobi–Entebbe Flights After Six-Year Break
Kenyan low-cost carrier Jambojet will resume daily flights between Nairobi and Entebbe on 1 October 2026, ending a six-year absence from the Ugandan market
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UEDCL Under Fire Over Persistent Outages and Rising Losses Since Umeme Takeover
Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited continues to face intense public and parliamentary criticism over frequent power outages, rising energy losses and slow connections since taking over from Umeme. Many customers say the situation has not improved and in some areas has worsened.
Six New Power Lines Completed as MPs Decry Limited Electricity Access
State Minister for Energy Sidronius Okaasai has announced the completion of six of eleven pending power lines, delivering 141,400 new electricity connections. At the same time, Members of Parliament have raised a general outcry over limited connectivity across the country.
CEO Musanya Musa Reflects on Journey from COVID-19 Idea to Technology, Media and Education Brands
KMVTECHUG is marking its sixth anniversary. What began as a YouTube channel during the COVID-19 pandemic has grown into an ecosystem of media, technology and education brands under the leadership of CEO Musanya Musa.
Musasizi and Lugoloobi Urge Enterprise Uganda to Leverage Technology for Wider Entrepreneurship Support
Finance Minister Henry Musasizi and State Minister for Planning Amos Lugoloobi have challenged Enterprise Uganda to use digital platforms to reach more Ugandans with entrepreneurship and business support services.
URSB Deregisters 90,000 Inactive Companies in Massive Compliance Crackdown
The Uganda Registration Services Bureau has officially deregistered 90,000 companies that failed to file annual returns for five consecutive years and did not apply for restoration within the given grace period. The action was taken under the Companies Act.
Works Minister Directs Contractor to Speed Up Kira–Kasangati–Matugga Road
Works and Transport Minister Fred Byamukama has directed the contractor on the Kira–Kasangati–Matugga Road to immediately accelerate works following the resolution of key land issues. Clear deadlines have been set for critical sections of the project.
Uganda Accelerates Cashless Drive: Cash Tolls Set for Phase-Out on Kampala-Entebbe Expressway
Government moves to phase out cash payments at Kampala-Entebbe Expressway toll plazas in favour of mobile money and electronic tag systems, part of a wider digital payments push.
AI Emerging as Africa's Next Creative Infrastructure, Uganda Included
Artificial intelligence is becoming a cornerstone of creative and economic development across Africa, with Uganda exploring its potential in content, agriculture and healthcare.
NEC Meat and Beans Processing Plant to Be Commissioned by President Museveni
President Museveni is set to commission the NEC meat and beans processing facility, a key agro-processing project to add value to local produce.
NSSF Assets Grow to Shs32.8 Trillion as Long-Term Investment Push Continues
NSSF reports assets rising to Shs32.8 trillion as government pushes long-term investment capital to support national development goals.
Construction of New Karuma Bridge Set to Begin in October 2026
Construction of the new Karuma Bridge is set to begin in October 2026, a major infrastructure boost for a key transport route.
Uganda's FY 2026/27 National Budget Implementation Underway
The Shs84.3 trillion national budget for the new financial year takes effect, with government releasing first-quarter funds toward agriculture, industry and digital transformation.