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Uganda Bureau of Statistics has earmarked Shs27 billion to conductnationwide baseline Education Census, Aquaculture and Labour baselinecensus aimed at gathering evidence-based data to guide planning andpolicy in the education sector. The exercise officially began on April 7, 2025 in the Greater KampalaMetropolitan Area—covers Kampala, Mukono, and Wakisodistricts—before being rolled out to the rest of the country.State Minister for Primary Education, Hon. Joyce Moriku Kaducu, said thecensus will cover all learning institutions, both government and private,across all levels: pre-primary, primary, secondary, vocational, and highereducation. “The exercise will cover every learning institution in Uganda—whetherpublic or private—right from nursery schools to universities,” said…

Uganda Bureau of Statistics is scheduled to conduct a comprehensive census of thecountry’s education sector starting May, 2025.The Baseline Education Census 2025 will cover all learning institutions, includinggovernment and private establishments, from pre-primary to higher education levels,State Minister for Primary Education Joyce Kaducu said. According to the minister the census aims to collect information on learners, teachersand school facilities to facilitate planning and policy decisions in the education sector.Key areas of focus will include learner bio-data, institution and ownership, teaching andnon-teaching staff, learning materials and sports facilities.The bio-data information on learners will be crucial in understanding studentdemographics in Uganda. The…

The State Minister for Lands, Housing and Urban Development (Lands), Hon. PersisPrincess Namuganza, has called on players in Uganda’s construction and real estatesector to prioritize quality, affordability, and fiscal planning in order to address thecountry’s growing housing needs. Speaking at the launch of the Private Sector Strategy for the Construction and RealEstate Industry in Uganda,under the theme “Rekindling Competitiveness and Growth ofIndigenous Construction and Real Estate Job Creation,” Minister Namuganzaemphasized the urgent need for decent, affordable housing, especially for urbandwellers and evicted communities. “There are people who sleep on the streets every night. People who have been evictedfrom wetlands and…

Equity Bank Uganda, has unveiled popular Afrobeat singer VictoriaNakiyingi aka Vinka, as the Brand Ambassador for Equi-Life, arevolutionary new product that takes insurance to the masses; enhancingfinancial security and access to healthcare for Uganda’s self-employedmajority. Vinka’s role was revealed today, on the sidelines of a media launch of theproduct that the bank is offering with partners Liberty Life and Insurtechfirm Turaco Insurance. Customers will pay a premium as little as UGX3000 per month (UGX36,000a year), to secure coverage of UGX 50,000 per day as replacement for lostincome, to a maximum of 20 days of hospitalization or UGX 1,000,000 inany 12-month…

Fun Factory popular comedy show Comedicine has officially returned toNTV Uganda television now airing every Monday at 8 p.m. on NTV.Comedicine is a sketch comedy created by Fun Factory Uganda that hasaired on a weekly basis. since inception of the group, except the first weeksof 2018. The show’s success attracted soft drink brand Mirinda to partnerwith Fun Factory in the regional Mirinda Comedy tour in 2014. Richard Tuwangye, one of Fun Factory’s founding Directors, expressedexcitement over the comeback and praised NTV’s role in shaping Uganda’scomedy landscape. “In February 2007, NTV began airing our sketches under a show calledBarbed Wire. Broadcasting…

Under the new brand name Bella,Dei Group of Companies has enteredUganda’s wheat production sector with the launch of its premium BellaWheat Grain flour brand, targeting both industrial and householdconsumers in a move that officials say will strengthen the nation’s foodsecurity and revitalize the baking industry. Bella Wheat flour now joins the likes of Pembe, Mandella Millers, EnganoMillers and Azam wheat brands in Uganda market.Ronald Ssemakula Katali, the General Manager of Dei Group,underscored the company’s commitment to providing high-quality, locallysourced baking solutions that address long-standing challenges faced bybakers across Uganda. “We are proud to introduce Bella Wheat Grain, a product grown…

Started 30 years ago, MultiChoice Uganda has significantly contributed to the Ugandaneconomy and entertainment sector since its establishment in 1994. According to official figures, MultiChoice Uganda has significantly invested in theUgandan film industry, contributing an estimated US$150 million to the nationaleconomy and driving rapid growth in the film and video-entertainment sector. Theirinvestment includes commissioning over 10,000 hours of locally produced content andsupporting initiatives like the Uganda Film Festival, the MultiChoice Talent Factory, andregional film competitions. MultiChoice Uganda has also created jobs and supported numerous small businessesthrough their network of installers, agents, and retailers. Additionally, they are a majorcorporate taxpayer, contributing…

Although Mtn Uganda is super rich and unstoppable Ugandan court hasordered MTN Uganda to pay over shs11.3 billion (approximately $3 millionUSD) to a value-added services company, VAS Garage Ltd., in a legaldispute over unfair competition. Justice Stephen Mubiru, Head of the High Court’s Commercial Division,ruled on April 21 that MTN Uganda breached its contract with VAS Garageand engaged in unfair competition. The ruling stemmed from MTN Uganda’s decision to expire or delete VASGarage’s subscriber database, citing a directive from the UgandaCommunications Commission (UCC) to implement a “Do-Not-Disturb”solution aimed at stopping unsolicited messages. Justice Mubiru stated that MTN Uganda’s actions prevented…

National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has disclosed thatunpaid water bills by government Ministries, Departments and Agencieshave reached sh100 billion, deepening the Corporation’s financialchallenges and hindering its efforts to expand water services across thecountry. The revelation was made by NWSC Managing Director, Dr. Silver Mugisha,while appearing before Parliament’s Committee on Environment andNatural Resources during the scrutiny of the Corporation’s 2025/26ministerial policy statement. “It’s true that agencies owe NWSC a lot of money, amounting to UGX100billion. This accumulation is mainly due to under-budgeting. The fundsallocated and approved in government agencies’ budgets do not match theactual volume of water consumed. It’s not…

After three decades of championing financial inclusion in Uganda, PrideMicrofinance (MDI) has officially transitioned into Pride Bank Limited, a TierII credit institution. The milestone was announced during a high-profilelaunch event held Tuesday at the Kampala Serena Hotel, following thegranting of a Credit Institution License (Class 5) by the Bank of Uganda onNovember 26, 2024. Speaking at the launch, Edward Nkangi, Executive Director of Pride BankLimited, said the institution’s new status opens the door to a broader suiteof financial services, including competitive savings products, expandedcredit facilities, and more robust digital banking options. Despite thetransformation, Nkangi emphasized that financial inclusion remains thebank’s…