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Economy - 1 August 2026
CMOC Rejects Uranium Compliance Allegations At Tenke Fungurume
Kinshasa, August 1, 2026 - Chinese mining group CMOC rejected allegations that cobalt produced at the Tenke Fungurume mine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo exceeded legal uranium thresholds between 2016 and 2020.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
Economy - 1 August 2026
Sudan And Egypt Agree 16-Month Plan To Rehabilitate Jebel Aulia Dam
Khartoum, August 1, 2026 - Sudan and Egypt agreed on a 16-month plan to rehabilitate the Jebel Aulia Dam south of Khartoum, beginning with construction of a temporary bridge to restore traffic across the facility within…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 2 min read
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