Business

Entebbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Members of Parliament on the Finance Committee have called upon Ugandan manufacturers to adhere to the country’s taxation regime, particularly regarding Digital Tax Stamps (DTS). The call came during a recent meeting with representatives from the Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU), who raised concerns …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Carrefour Uganda, owned and operated by Majid Al Futtaim has unveiled its much-anticipated Black November campaign, themed “Get Saved with the Big Chop.” The campaign, which kicked off on Nov.1 promises a treasure trove of unbeatable discounts, with prices slashed by up to an …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  One of Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda’s (CCBU) official Coca-Cola Distributors (OCCDs) marked its significant growth as a business partner by inaugurating new premises. Bronze Logistics, an OCCD based in Kazo, Bwaise, has moved from a rented 116m2 warehouse to a self-owned 500m2 facility. “Our partnership …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Yara East Africa is at the forefront of transforming farming practices and enhancing food security in a rapidly changing world. In this exclusive interview, William Ng’eno, the Country Manager for Yara East Africa, shares insights into Yara East Africa’s ambitious vision for advancing the agricultural …

Launched in 2021, PAPSS processes, clears and settles cross-border trade payments on behalf of banks and other service providers ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is advancing plans to establish a single electronic window for importers and exporters on the continent, signing up dozens of commercial banks to …

Alcon International Limited to pay the costs of the suit to NSSF. Justice Musa Ssekaana in his decision dated October 31st 2024 dismissed the suit saying that there was no cause of action and that the claim was time-barred under the Limitation Act Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The High …

Police alleged that Mwanje caused financial loss to NSSF through fraudulent payments totaling 1.43 billion shillings and operated as Chief Finance Officer without a practicing certificate Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The High Court in Kampala has quashed key findings and recommendations made by Parliament’s Select Committee on the …

Airtel Money Business Drives Performance. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Africa, a leading provider of telecommunications and Airtel money services in 14 countries in Africa, has announced a robust growth in profitability driven by the Group’s refined strategy which is focused on delivering better experiences for customers across …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | TotalEnergies, the global integrated energy says it is committed to supporting Uganda’s energy security agenda. It says that is demonstrated by the numerous renewable energy projects that it is developing in Uganda. Mariam Nampeera Mbowa, TotalEnergies Uganda Deputy General Manager said the support towards solar …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) continued its strong advocacy for responsible drinking at this year’s Bell ObaFest through activations and messaging on moderation, zero tolerance for drunk driving, and environmental sustainability through eco-friendly waste management. The festival, which lasted 3 days accumulated 2 tonnes of waste …