Business

Maj. Gen. Don Nabasa, Commander of the 3 Infantry Division of the Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF), has commended Wazalendo for its dedication to enhancing soldiers' welfare through effective policies and investment strategies. He made these remarks on September 5, 2024, during a recent monitoring and evaluation exercise in Eastern Uganda, where he emphasized the alignment of these initiatives with the institution's strategic vision. "I commend you for developing impactful policies and investment options aimed at improving soldiers' welfare, in line...

The government is set to support Karamoja women in boosting their businesses through the GROW project, an initiative to empower women entrepreneurs. Peace Mutuuzo, the Minister of State for Gender and Culture, while officiating at the official opening of the Karamoja Cultural Festival on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at the Napeikori grounds in Karenga district, said the initiative aims to sustain self-employment and create more jobs. Mutuuzo encouraged women in the Karamoja sub-region to continue transforming their communities from nomadic pastoralism...

As the ninth edition of the Karamoja Cultural Festival enters its third day at the Napeikori grounds, Karenga town in the Karenga district is bustling with activity and a boom of business. This vibrant event, which began on September 2, 2024, with the arrival of guests and exhibitors, celebrates the rich culture of the Karamojong people and their neighboring Ateker cluster tribes from Kenya, South Sudan, and Ethiopia. Visibly, local businesses in Karenga are experiencing a significant boost due to the...

Colonel Emmy Katabazi, the Deputy Director General of the Internal Security Organisation (ISO), has highlighted the digitization of the Parish Development Model (PDM) through the Zaidi App, which he said aims to limit corruption in government programs and ensure socio-economic transformation. Col Katabazi, while giving a keynote address on September 2, 2024, to over 431 participants, including Resident District Commissioners (RDCs), Local Council V chairpersons (LCV), councilors, youth leaders, and NRM mobilizers from districts of Gomba, Kalungu, Nakasongola, Mbarara, and...

The outbreak of mpox in DR. Congo and other neighboring countries, such as Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda, is likely to slow down the business activities in the countries that are affected by the widespread of the disease, if not combated as early as possible. However, the mpox impact may not be as disastrous economically as the previous outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic, since mpox has low mortality rate. The World Health Organization (WHO), declared the rising number of mpox cases in the...

 The business community in Gulu City is celebrating the recent regional parliamentary sittings, which has not only brought lawmakers from across the nation to the northern region but has also provided a significant boost to local infrastructure and commerce. Gulu City, chosen as the host, has seen a noticeable upgrade in various infrastructures, including hotels, street lights, and healthcare facilities—addressing critical gaps in the city's amenities. Local leaders and traders are optimistic that such initiatives will continue to enhance the...