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Applications are open for schools to compete in the 10th season of the Stanbic National Schools championship (NSC) and the stakes are high on who will win the youth entrepreneurship gong as it marks a decade since its inception. Last year, participating students from St. Joseph’s High School, Namagunga walked away with a brand-new solar system valued at UGX 25 million for their school, UGX 1.5 million for their entrepreneurship patron, and brand-new laptops for each team member in the winning pitch. On average, over 100 schools participate in the competition annually with participating student groups standing a chance to…

Kampala, Uganda – In a heartwarming display of camaraderie, a team of lifestyle journalists paid a surprise visit to renowned musician Bebe Cool’s home in Kawatule, bearing gifts of food and warm wishes. The Gagamel boss was visibly thrilled by the unexpected courtesy call, expressing his gratitude for the kind gesture. “I’m touched by this surprise visit,” Bebe Cool said, beaming with delight. “It’s a wonderful feeling to know that my brothers and sisters in the media care about my well-being.” During the visit, Bebe Cool took the opportunity to share updates on his latest music project, “Break the Chains,”…

A noticeable absence at Geoffrey Lutaaya’s Valentine’s Day concert at Sheraton Hotel has sparked speculation about a rift between the singer and National Unity Platform (NUP) President, Bobi Wine. This comes after Bobi Wine attended other high-profile events organized by artists affiliated with the NUP, including the one for Big Eye, King Saha’s concerts at Lugogo Cricket Oval and A Pass’s concert at Serena Hotel in Kampala. Rumors suggest that the rift stems from Lutaaya’s alleged decision to side with former Leader of opposition Hon. Mathias Mpunga’s group in a contentious 500-million-shilling dispute. Despite efforts by Kayemba Solomon to broker…

The second edition of the MTN Busoga Masaza Cycling Championship Finals delivered an electrifying spectacle on Saturday, as reigning champions John Odoto and Tiff Luganda successfully defended their titles in the Mountain Bike and Tippa Bike categories, respectively. The grueling 175km race, which took cyclists through the bustling routes of Mayuge, Bugiri, and Kaliro before culminating at Bugembe Kingdom headquarters, was a test of endurance, skill, and resilience. All 44 finalists showcased remarkable fitness levels, with none requiring medical attention—an aspect that left MTN Uganda’s Head of Sponsorship and Events, John Paul Okwi, in awe. “Had never seen such a…

The health of opposition leader Kizza Besigye has taken a turn for the worse, with his condition described as “worrying and unstable” by medical personnel. According to Ronald Muhinda, Besigye’s aid, the opposition leader was admitted to a private clinic in Bugolobi, a Kampala suburb earlier today, where he is receiving treatment for his deteriorating health. Muhinda revealed that he had spoken to a medic at the clinic, who expressed concern over Besigye’s physical weakness and unstable condition. “The medic told me that their duty is to stabilize him to the best of their abilities, but beyond that, it’s out…

Wendi Mobile Wallet, a payment platform developed by PostBank has facilitated the disbursement of UGX 520 billion to 10,589 Savings and Credit Cooperatives (SACCOs) across Uganda, marking a significant milestone in the country’s financial inclusion journey. According to George Kiyingi, Head of Agent Banking and Fintech Distribution at Wendi, the partnership with the government’s Parish Development Model (PDM) program has been instrumental in driving financial inclusion in Uganda. “By aligning with the PDM, the government banks through Wendi have been able to facilitate the disbursement of UGX 580 billion directly to SACCOs across more than 150 districts,” Kiyingi said. “This…

At the heart of Uganda’s agribusiness sector, where farming is not just a way of life but a means of survival, dfcu Bank stands as a beacon of transformation. With development finance as its core mission, the bank continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to improving lives, empowering businesses, and nurturing communities across Uganda. This is especially evident through its partnership with the Agribusiness Development Centre (ADC), where dfcu has been instrumental in empowering smallholder farmers, cooperatives, and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to unlock their full potential. The recently published ADC Impact Report for 2022/2023 underscores the bank’s long-term…

Newly named Governor of the Bank of Uganda, Dr. Michael Atingi – Ego, has challenged the Airtel Uganda Ltd and Airtel Mobile Commerce Uganda Ltd team to create more Digital and Financial Products for the masses. Dr. Atingi made the remarks while welcoming the new Managing Director of Airtel Uganda (GSM Entity), Mr. Soumendra Sahu, to Uganda. The Airtel team was led by the Managing Director of Airtel Uganda Mobile Commerce Uganda Limited (AMCUL), Mr. Japhet Aritho, who paid a courtesy call on the Governor. News of his appointment came during this courtesy meeting. “We have revised our mission to…

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) through its Regional Pandemic Preparedness and Response (PREPARE) Project has this afternoon provided indicative financial support of a tune of UGX 14.4B to the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Uganda in response to the Mpox/Ebola diseases through strengthening surveillance, laboratory capacity, workforce development and coordination mechanisms. These resources are part of the committed USD 8.3 million allocated to support IGAD Member States that are heavily impacted and grappling with the effects of the Mpox diseases to reinforce Member States’ capacity to respond to the current outbreaks and those in the future. The IGAD PREPARE…

Earlier today, Equity Bank Managing Director, Gift Shoko, alongside members of the bank’s Board, visited the Mahathi Infra Uganda Limited terminal in Bugiri Bukasa. The visit highlights the bank’s ongoing commitment to supporting major infrastructure projects in Uganda. The Mahathi terminal, which was officially launched by His Excellency President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni in July 2024, is a key component of Uganda’s fuel transportation and storage infrastructure. The terminal features a state-of-the-art 70 million litre tank farm, which was funded through a partnership between Equity Bank Uganda and its strategic partners. The tank farm is designed to store large quantities of…