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Economy - 19 April 2026
Uganda Maintains Lower Fuel Prices Than Regional Neighbours Despite Global Oil Shock
Kampala April 15, 2026 - Uganda continues to record comparatively lower fuel prices than several East African countries, even as a global surge in crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions drive up pump costs across the region.
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Economy - 19 April 2026
Danish Companies Target Uganda’s Agriculture and Manufacturing Sectors as Investment
Kampala April 9, 2026 - Denmark is stepping up efforts to expand its commercial footprint in Uganda, with a renewed focus on attracting investment and supporting Danish firms already operating in the country, according…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Economy - 19 April 2026
Bank of Uganda Signs Shs592 Billion Gold Supply Deal Under Domestic Purchase Programme
Kampala April 9, 2026 - The Bank of Uganda (BoU) has signed a contract worth $160 million (approximately Shs592 billion) with two local companies, including Euro Gold Refinery, to begin supplying gold under its Domestic…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Economy - 19 April 2026
Rising Mental Health Concerns Among Rwandan University Students Amid Financial Strain
Kigali April 12, 2026 - Mental health challenges are increasingly emerging as a major public concern in Rwanda, with growing reports indicating that a significant portion of the population has experienced psychological…
By Amina Kabasele - 4 min read
Economy - 19 April 2026
Uganda Finance Ministry Inaugurates Public Investment Committee to Strengthen
The induction ceremony, held at Speke Resort Munyonyo, was presided over by the Ministry’s Director of Budget, Hannington Ashaba, who highlighted the committee’s strategic role in enhancing efficiency, coordination, and…
By Amina Kabasele - 3 min read
Economy - 14 April 2026
Uganda Faces Mounting Scrutiny Over Public Spending and Controversial Sovereignty Bill
Kampala April 16, 2026 - Uganda is facing growing public and political scrutiny over its governance priorities, as controversy over parliamentary spending converges with intensifying debate around a proposed sovereignty…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Economy - 12 April 2026
Mali and Burkina Faso Reinforce Cultural Cooperation Under AES Framework
Bamako, April 10, 2026 - Mali has reaffirmed its support for cultural and economic cooperation with Burkina Faso during a high-level meeting focused on upcoming joint cultural events within the Alliance of Sahel States…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Economy - 12 April 2026
Guelleh Urges Business-State Alliance Ahead of Djibouti Presidential Vote
Djibouti, April 5, 2026 - Five days before the presidential election, incumbent president and candidate Ismail Omar Guelleh called on business leaders to strengthen cooperation with the state in response to growing…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Economy - 12 April 2026
Mali Introduces Fuel Price Regulation Measures Amid Global Oil Price Surge
Bamako, March 31, 2026 - The Government of Mali has announced new regulatory measures on petroleum product pricing in response to rising global oil costs linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Economy - 12 April 2026
Djibouti Inaugurates €107 Million Shipyard to Boost Maritime Industry
Djibouti, April 4, 2026 - The President of the Republic, Ismail Omar Guelleh, on Thursday presided over the inauguration of the Djibouti Ship Repair Yard (DSRY), a major maritime infrastructure project aimed at…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Economy - 12 April 2026
Djibouti Economic Task Force Engages Private Sector Over Regional Supply Chain Pressures
Djibouti, April 12, 2026 - The National Task Force on the economy met on Sunday with private sector representatives to assess the impact of ongoing tensions in the Middle East on Djibouti’s trade flows and supply chains.
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read
Economy - 12 April 2026
Mali Promotes Green Entrepreneurship and Skills Development Through Government-Youth
Bamako, April 3, 2026 - Mali is reinforcing its commitment to youth empowerment and sustainable economic development through closer collaboration with civic organizations, following a meeting between government…
By Jean-Marc Okito - 3 min read