BY KIZITO OBONYO DOKOLO: As Uganda prepares to celebrate the 63rd Independence Day this Thursday with the theme “A Reason to Double Our Efforts in Sustaining a United and Progressive Nation,” the increase in cassava prices is frustrating dealers and consumers in Dokolo district. Cassava is the most consumed food during celebrations and Independence Day…
Dokolo District is a community with a yearly growth population of both women and men. While poverty is a common struggle in this district, a glimmer of hope shines through the Poverty Eradication Project that has been initiated by Bonny Alilo, who is also running for the NRM party chairperson for Dokolo. This project,…
The Dokolo District Local Government has recently made headlines with their impressive efforts to crackdown on the misuse of Parish Department Model (PDM) funds. As reported by the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Babra Akech in a briefing to journalists, the office has successfully recovered over ten million shillings from non-beneficiaries. Following a long holiday, RDC…
The office aims to bring services closer to the people, focusing on local governments and public procurement processes. The Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) has opened its new regional office in Mbarara, constructed at a cost of Shs3.5 billion in just one year. The office aims to bring services closer to…
The deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa has pledged all the necessary support to Unisteel Investment Uganda Limited, a brand-new iron and steel manufacturing plant in Mbale Industrial Park. Speaking during the launch of the first phase of steel rolling production at the shs367.7billion($100million ) Chinese-built plant factory, Tayebwa said he is ready to rally…
NGO Bureau has been restructured and merged with the Ministry of Internal Affairs, leading to the loss of 30 jobs. This decision, finalised on September 27, 2024, reflects the government’s commitment to streamline operations and enhance oversight within the non-governmental organisation sector. Previously operating as a semi-autonomous entity, the NGO Bureau employed 42 staff members….
Founded in 1994, the company is known for its dedication to innovation, sustainability, and supporting Uganda’s industrial growth. Roofings Group, a prominent player in Uganda’s manufacturing industry, is marking a significant milestone by celebrating 30 years of partnership with the Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA). This dual anniversary recognizes three decades of unwavering commitment to the…
The Enjovu Family Business Conference is returning, and it will take place at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel on Friday, October 11. The gathering is the pinnacle of family business conversations, bringing together advisers and those operating family businesses to network, share, and talk about opportunities. The conference’s theme is “Family Governance – Managing Conflict and…
When people think about banks, they often envision large institutions managing significant sums of money, making investments, and safeguarding savings. However, at the core of their operations, banks primarily focus on one specific type of risk: credit risk. What is Credit Risk? Credit risk refers to the possibility that a borrower will fail to repay…
Increased advertising by companies during September played a role in sustaining strong business output and attracting new clients as the headline Stanbic Bank Purchasing Index (Stanbic PMI) dropped slightly to 54.2 compared to the 56.3 posted in August. The threshold for a positive business outlook is 50.0. “Strong business output and new order growth were…
