

Dax Vibez Named Brand Ambassador for Uplink China International
Ugandan singer Dax Vibez appointed as brand ambassador for Uplink China International, a leading import-export company. A 2-year deal to boost brand visibility.

UACE Results: STEM on the Rise, But Humanities Still Rule for Female Students
UNEB Chairperson Celestino Obua highlights rising STEM enrollment in UACE 2024 but calls for more female participation in sciences. Humanities remain dominant among girls.

Girls Outshine Boys in 2024 UACE Results
The 2024 UACE results reveal girls outperforming boys, with higher pass rates in humanities, physics, and general paper. Female entries in sciences and math are also on the rise.

GM Sugar Factory Worker Crushed to Death by Sugar Mill
A tragic accident at GM Sugar Factory in Buikwe claims the life of supervisor Samuel Kasumba, crushed by a running sugar mill. Workers protest over safety concerns.

Mbarara Police Probe Suspected Suicide of 14-Year-Old Pupil
Police in Mbarara investigate the suspected suicide of a 14-year-old girl found hanging at a local residence. Investigations ongoing to determine the cause.

Govt “Regrets” Attacks on Journalists During Kawempe By-Election
The Ugandan government expresses regret over attacks on journalists during the Kawempe by-election, as security forces brutalize media personnel. Calls for accountability grow.

Centenary Bank Hosts Global Banking Leaders at GABV Annual Meeting
Centenary Bank hosts the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV) Annual Meeting, focusing on resilience, sustainability, and ethical banking.

Equity Bank Launches Second Edition of Abakyala Ku Ntiiko to Empower Women Entrepreneurs
Equity Bank’s Abakyala Ku Ntiiko initiative returns, empowering women entrepreneurs with financial literacy, networking, and tailored products to drive business growth.

URA Wins Prestigious Woman of the Future Award for Empowering Women
Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) wins the Woman of the Future Award for the second year, recognized for fostering gender equality and empowering women in the workplace.

MTN Uganda Launches New 079 Numbers
MTN Uganda introduces new 079 numbers to meet growing demand for connectivity. Available now at UGX 2,000, with no impact on existing services.