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18 June 2026, 2:45 pm
Youth urged to champion debt justice as Uganda’s public debt reaches UGX 1…
By Byamukama Alozious Young people have been urged to take a more active role in demanding transparency, accountability, and responsible public borrowing as Uganda’s public debt continues to rise, with experts warning that increasing debt servicing obligations could undermine investments…
5 May 2026, 1:12 pm
Asha Batenga’s journey of building a legacy
By Flora Aduk Her Story 256 | Every Saturday, 3:30–5:00 p.m. In this interesting episode of Her Story 256, we spotlight Asha Batenga, founder of Cafe Cakely. She shares her inspiring journey of creativity, resilience, and building a lasting legacy.…
1 May 2026, 8:55 pm
From solar skills to e-bikes: Uganda’s renewable energy shift gains momentum
By Kabali Paul Uganda’s transition toward clean, affordable energy received a significant boost as the German Embassy in Uganda hosted journalists on a field excursion highlighting German Ugandan development cooperation in the renewable energy sector. The visit showcased two flagship…
17 April 2026, 10:35 am
Uganda invites export firms to apply for funding boosting global market access
By Byamukama Alozious The Government of Uganda has opened applications for funding under the Investment for Industrial Transformation and Employment (INVITE) Project, a major initiative aimed at strengthening the country’s export sector and positioning local businesses to compete globally. Implemented…
16 March 2026, 6:51 pm
UNBS Warns Traders Over Unverified Weighing Scales
By Annet Nakato. Traders using weighing scales have been urged to present their equipment for verification and calibration during scheduled inspection camps or risk having them confiscated. Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) Market Surveillance Manager Daniel Oraro said the…
26 January 2026, 12:03 pm
Internet shutdown during elections affects women in business
Internet shutdown during elections affects women in Business: In this podcast, we speak with Lukwata, a businesswoman from Kalerwe, who explains how her business was affected.
10 September 2025, 1:28 pm
Chef Kelz, the culinary power behind 2025 African Nations Chaimpionship’s…
By Flora Aduk Her Story 256 radio programme The radio programme airs every Saturday | 🕐 3:30pm – 5:00 pm. Listen to the inspiring journey of Chef Kelz (Sarah Akello), the culinary mastermind behind the Presidential and VVIP lounge at…
31 March 2025, 11:46 am
Empowering women in small scale businesses
By Regina Nassanga In this episode of Abakyala Tweyogerere, we host Allen Natwijuka, a businesswoman who shares tips and strategies for women to grow in their businesses. The Abakyala Tweyogerere radio programme airs every Thursday from 1:15 to 3:00 pm.
15 October 2024, 12:03 pm
NSSF launches project to recruit informal sector workers
By Philip Onyango The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has launched its Livelihoods Support Project, an initiative aims to recruit workers in the informal sector that are outside the social security coverage in Uganda. During the launch in Otuke district,…
23 August 2024, 2:56 pm
Italian government lists Uganda as a beneficiary of 2.3 billion euros
By Philip Onyango The Italian government has listed Uganda among the top 23 priority African countries to benefit from 2.3 billion euros in development support from 2024 to 2026. The Director General of Italian Development Cooperation, Stefano Gatti, made this…