Tag: Uganda
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Ankole Cattle Heritage Book Launched by NAGRC&DB Uganda
A Landmark Publication for Ankole Cattle Heritage In a significant stride for Uganda’s livestock sector, the National Animal Genetic Resources Centre and Data Bank (NAGRC&DB), in partnership with Destination Ankole, unveiled a landmark publication dedicated to the Ankole cattle heritage. The new book chronicles the deep history, cultural significance, and untapped economic potential of one…
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Uganda priest arrest raises security concerns amid Masaka crisis
The arrest and official statement In a development that has drawn national attention, Uganda’s defense authorities confirmed that a priest serving the Catholic Diocese of Masaka is in the custody of security forces on suspicions tied to criminal activity and alleged state security threats. The priest’s disappearance earlier this month had provoked a wave of…
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Uganda Army Confirms Arrest of Priest Over Alleged State Security Threats
Overview of the Case The Ugandan army has publicly confirmed that a priest from the Catholic Diocese of Masaka is in custody, following reports of a disappearance that had unsettled the local Catholic community and drawn attention from church leadership. The security forces say the priest is being held in connection with alleged criminal activities…
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Uganda Aims to Revive Fish Sector with 183,000 Metric Tonnes Target by 2028
Uganda Sets Ambitious Target to Revive Its Fisheries Sector Uganda is outlining a comprehensive plan to revive its lakeside fisheries, aiming to boost production and exports to as much as 183,000 metric tonnes by 2028. The bold target was unveiled during a high-level breakfast meeting organized by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (MTIC)…
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Uganda Charts a Course to Revive Its Fish Sector, Aiming for 183,000 T by 2028
Uganda Sets Ambitious Target to Revive the Fish Sector Uganda is outlining a bold plan to revive its fish sector, with a goal of reaching 183,000 metric tonnes of fish by 2028. The strategy was unveiled during a high-level breakfast meeting organized by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (MTIC) in partnership with the…
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Uganda Charts a Bold Path to Revive the Fish Sector with a 2028 Target
Uganda Sets Ambitious Target to Revive Its Fish Sector Uganda is signaling a renewed commitment to its fisheries industry, unveiling a comprehensive plan to boost production to 183,000 metric tonnes by 2028. The initiative emerged from a high-level breakfast meeting organized by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (MTIC) in partnership with the Uganda…
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Uganda Family Firms: Under 10% Survive Generations
Overview: A Quiet yet Severe Crisis for Uganda’s Family Firms Uganda’s economy is heavily shaped by family-owned enterprises. From small shops to mid-sized manufacturers, these businesses are the backbone of many communities. Yet new research by EPRC highlights a troubling reality: fewer than 10% of family-owned companies in Uganda survive beyond the founder’s tenure. As…
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Uganda Family Firms: Surviving Beyond Founders
Uganda’s Family Firms Face a Quiet but Severe Crisis Uganda’s economy is built on a tapestry of small and medium-sized enterprises, with family-owned businesses forming the backbone of many communities. Yet new findings point to a troubling generational challenge: fewer than 10% of these family firms survive beyond the founders. The trend threatens financial security…
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Uganda’s Family Businesses Face a Quiet Crisis as Founders Move On
The Hidden Crisis Plaguing Uganda’s Family Enterprises Uganda’s most common business structure—family-owned enterprises—has long been the backbone of local economies, offering livelihoods to thousands of households. Yet research from the Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC) reveals a troubling pattern: fewer than 10% of these family-owned businesses survive beyond the tenure of their founders. This generational…
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Museveni Pledges Shs85 Billion Revolving Fund for Salon Operators
Uganda’s Salon Industry Gets a Major Financial Boost President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has announced a significant policy initiative aimed at strengthening small businesses across Uganda. During a ceremonial address at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, the president pledged a revolving fund of Shs85 billion dedicated to salon operators. The move is part of a broader effort…