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Economy - 14 July 2026
Uganda Breweries Contributes Shs1.127 Trillion to National Economy
KAMPALA, July 14, 2026 - Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) contributed an estimated Shs1.127 trillion to Uganda’s economy in 2024 through its operations, supply chain activities and wider business network, according to a…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Economy - 14 July 2026
Stable Congolese Franc Offers Economic Relief and Strengthens Confidence in Local
Kinshasa, July 14, 2026 - The relative stability of the Congolese franc against foreign currencies is increasingly becoming a key factor influencing the daily economic realities of households, businesses, and consumers…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Economy - 14 July 2026
AFD Reinforces Partnership with Kinshasa to Protect Congo Basin Forests and Fight
Kinshasa, July 14, 2026 - The Democratic Republic of Congo and France are strengthening their cooperation on environmental protection and climate action, with a renewed focus on preserving the Congo Basin forests and…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Economy - 14 July 2026
Uganda Coffee Export Earnings Drop as Global Prices Weaken
KAMPALA, July 14, 2026 - Uganda’s coffee export revenues declined sharply in May 2026 as falling international prices and reduced shipment volumes affected monthly earnings, despite strong growth recorded over the past year.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Economy - 13 July 2026
Creative Entrepreneurs Complete Incubation Programme to Scale Cultural Businesses
KAMPALA, July 13, 2026 - Twelve Ugandan creative entrepreneurs have completed a year-long business incubation programme designed to transform cultural and creative ventures into commercially sustainable enterprises.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Economy - 11 July 2026
Uganda Airlines Told to Embrace Private Sector Reforms for Growth
KAMPALA, July 11, 2026 - Uganda Airlines has been urged to adopt private sector management principles and undertake major reforms aimed at improving efficiency, profitability and competitiveness in the aviation sector.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Economy - 11 July 2026
Government and Business Leaders Unite to Remove Investment Barriers
KAMPALA, July 11, 2026 - Uganda is strengthening cooperation between government and the private sector to address investment challenges, fight counterfeit goods and improve the business environment as the country…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Economy - 10 July 2026
Rwanda Attracts $8 Billion in Private Investment, Expected to Create 118,000 Jobs
KIGALI, July 10, 2026 - Rwanda has registered nearly $8 billion in private investment projects between June 2024 and June 2026, with the investments expected to generate more than 118,000 jobs, Prime Minister Dr.
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Economy - 10 July 2026
Jumia Expands E-Commerce Reach Beyond Uganda’s Major Cities
KAMPALA, July 10, 2026 - Online shopping is gradually expanding beyond Uganda’s major urban centres as digital platforms invest in logistics networks, local partnerships and technology-driven delivery solutions to reach…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Economy - 9 July 2026
Border Closures Send Sorghum Prices Plunging, Farmers Face Heavy Losses
Rutshuru, North Kivu, July 9, 2026 - Sorghum producers in the Jomba area of Rutshuru Territory are facing growing economic difficulties as the price of their harvest drops sharply following the disruption of small-scale…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Economy - 8 July 2026
New Road Taxes Turn Manono-Nyunzu-Kalemie Corridor into Economic Challenge
Kalemie, Tanganyika, July 8, 2026 - The reopening of the Manono-Nyunzu-Kalemie road, once viewed as a major opportunity to revive trade and reconnect an isolated part of Tanganyika Province, is now generating growing…
By Amina Kabasele - 2 min read
Economy - 7 July 2026
NAEB Laboratory Strengthens Quality Control for Rwanda's Agricultural Exports
KIGALI, Rwanda, July 7, 2026 - Rwanda is strengthening the quality of its agricultural exports through an internationally accredited laboratory operated by the National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB)…
By Sarah Ndaya - 2 min read