Mastercard Launches Its First Office in Uganda
Mastercard has expanded its presence in East Africa by opening its first office in Uganda. This is in line with the company's commitment to boost financial inclusion and digital transformation in the country and aligns with Uganda’s projected economic growth of 6.2% by 2025. It also reflects the country’s increasing role in the regional digital economy.
Report: UCC’s Assesses Mobile Communication Services in Uganda
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) recently evaluated mobile voice and data services across different Uganda towns.
Uganda’s Fintech Sector: A Game Changer in Banking
In 2022, Uganda’s fintech sector added over 10,000 new jobs, with projections suggesting this number will exceed 20,000 by 2025.
C-Care Uganda Introduces Cutting-Edge MRI Services
C-Care Uganda has unveiled a state-of-the-art 1.5 Tesla Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanner at its C-Care IHK hospital. Formally International Hospital Kampala (IHK), C-Care IHK is a multi-specialty hospital that uses a patient-first approach in providing health care services.
Uganda and China Partner to Advance Perennial Rice Technology
Researchers from Uganda’s National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) are working closely with China to establish global partnerships in rice research.
The Rise of Uganda as a Financial Services Leader in Africa
Uganda’s financial services sector has undergone significant transformation, positioning the country as a leader in mobile money and digital banking within Africa.
Uganda Sets up AI Health Lab at Makerere University
Uganda has taken a leap in healthcare innovation by inaugurating the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Health Lab at Makerere University.
Talkio Mobile Partners with Banana Life Investments to Boost Telecom’s Access
Talkio Mobile, a new player in Uganda’s telecommunications market, has announced a strategic partnership with Banana Life Investments, a prominent mobile phone and retail chain.
Ugandan Researchers Develop Innovative Shea Butter Processor
For Ugandan farmer Ojok Okello, processing shea butter was once a time-consuming process. It took at least ten hours and multiple workers to produce just one kilogram of shea butter. Shea butter is a product that is valued in both the cosmetic and culinary industries.
Airtel Uganda and ZTE Corporation Collaborate to Boost Smartphone Accessibility and Internet Usage
Airtel Uganda has partnered with ZTE Corporation, a leading Chinese technology firm, to improve access to affordable smartphones and expand internet penetration across Uganda.