Tag: Minister of Finance Planning and Economic Development

UPC Attributes Two Million Stunted Children to 1980s Livestock Losses

National News
Akena referred to historical statements by President Museveni acknowledging the destruction of food supplies and the destitution of about 2.7 million people during that period. He argued that the loss of cattle deprived communities of daily nutrition, household income, school fees, draft power, and soil fertility, leaving effects that continue to be felt today.

Gen Saleh, NWSC’s Dr. Mugisha Push for Land Ownership Management to Fix Kampala’s Waste Crisis

Environment
Kampala’s waste management system has come under increasing strain in recent years, including during Uganda’s first National Cleaning Day, when the volume of collected waste overwhelmed collection teams and temporarily clogged the Buyala disposal facility.
Opinion

Excuses Won’t Build Namanve: Lagan Dott Ltd Must Deliver

I recently had a conversation with a friend who runs a company based in Namanve. Somehow, our discussion shifted...
Business

Money Lenders Directed to Charge Customers 2.8% Monthly Interest...

The directive aims to protect consumers from predatory lending practices and ensure that borrowing remains accessible and fair. By establishing a clear interest rate cap, the government seeks to foster a more equitable and fair financial environment for individuals seeking loans.
Business

Minister Kasaija Calls for Private Investor’s Integration with Gov’t-Supported...

The Uganda-PIM system was initiated in 2016 with the main aim of producing approved projects that can be held for funding in integrated banks of projects such as World Bank projects.
Business

Government Releases Funds for Medical Interns’ Allowances

The Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development noted that the 2nd quarter release is in line with their continued efforts of fiscal consolidation through coordinated fiscal and monetary policy and also funding the ten-fold growth strategy.
National News

Gov’t Sets Targets to Boost Economy, Human Capital Development...

The government plans to strengthen governance and the public sector with a focus on eliminating corruption.
Business

BOU to Raise Minimum Paid-up Capital by Commercial Banks,...

The Bank of Uganda (BOU), which supervises and regulates financial institutions in Uganda including the commercial banks and credit...

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