Uganda

Emmanuel Andama has been elected the new Guild President of Kyambogo University, replacing Benjamin Akiso, who was dismissed for participating in a protest against tuition policies. The by-election marks a pivotal moment for student leadership as Andama takes over during a constitutional review process.

New Guild President Elected at Kyambogo University

Libya

Egypt

Egypt’s Army Chief met with Libya’s eastern military leader in Cairo to strengthen bilateral security cooperation and address regional threats. The meeting marked a renewed commitment to joint defense efforts and strategic coordination between the two nations.

Egypt, Libya Boost Military Ties in Cairo Meeting

South Africa

Botswana

South Africa and Botswana have made significant strides in advancing credible elections, with Botswana witnessing its first peaceful leadership transition in nearly six decades. These developments highlight growing democratic resilience and set a positive example for electoral processes across Africa.

South Africa and Botswana Lead Africa in Credible Elections

Côte d'Ivoire

Alassane Ouattara’s potential fourth-term bid has stirred internal tensions within his campaign team, as legal ambiguity and public dissent challenge their strategy. The team must navigate constitutional scrutiny, youth unrest, and political divisions to maintain unity and legitimacy.

Ouattara’s Campaign Team Faces Turmoil Ahead

President Museveni met with Omukama Oyo to reaffirm support for Tooro Kingdom's development plans, focusing on agriculture, education, sports, and tourism. The leaders also addressed infrastructure concerns and the return of kingdom properties.

Museveni Supports Tooro Kingdom’s Development Plans

The National Unity Platform has begun vetting its top leaders for parliamentary candidacies ahead of the 2026 elections, sparking debates over potential biases due to their close affiliations with the party's leadership.

NUP Leaders Undergo Vetting Amid Allegations of Bias

Equatorial Guinea

Rwanda

Equatorial Guinea has appointed Victorino-Nká Obiang Maye as its new ambassador to Rwanda, signaling a renewed commitment to diplomatic engagement in East Africa. His experience and recent meetings with Rwandan officials set the stage for deeper bilateral cooperation.

Equatorial Guinea Names New Envoy to Rwanda

A Spanish mining company has filed a billion-dollar arbitration claim against Equatorial Guinea, alleging violations of international investment agreements. The case could impact the country’s global investment reputation and reshape its approach to resource governance.

Equatorial Guinea Hit with Billion-Dollar Mining Claim

Ghana

Nigeria

Gambia

Lawyers representing four West African deportees say the men remain in Ghana, contradicting official claims that all had been repatriated. The case raises legal and ethical concerns over third-country deportation practices and government transparency.

Lawyers Dispute Ghana’s Deportee Transfer Claim

China

Ghana and China are strengthening ties through expanded trade, investment, and industrial collaboration, including plans for electric vehicle assembly and aluminum production. Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa emphasized the shift toward mutually beneficial partnerships, boosting Ghana’s global economic presence.

Ghana, China Boost Trade With Bold Deals

United States of America

Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa denied claims that the country received money from the U.S. to accept deportees, insisting the agreement was based solely on humanitarian grounds. His statement aims to dispel public concerns and distance the government from legal or ethical controversy.

Ghana Denies U.S. Payout for Deportees

The ruling NRM caucus has approved the creation of Tororo City and four new districts in a move aimed at improving service delivery and local governance. The restructuring is expected to take effect in the 2025/2026 financial year and will increase the number of parliamentary representatives in the region.

NRM MPs Approve Tororo City and Four New Districts

Protests erupted in The Gambia following the forced removal of Auditor General Momodou Ceesay, leading to the arrest of activists and a photojournalist. Demonstrators accused the government of undermining anti-corruption efforts and vowed continued resistance.

Protesters Arrested Over Gambian Auditor Clash

Gambian Auditor General Momodou Ceesay was forcibly removed from office by police after rejecting a government reshuffle that reassigned him to a ministerial role. His ousting has sparked public backlash and raised concerns over political interference in anti-corruption efforts.

Police Drag Gambian Auditor General in Power Clash

Uganda’s opposition is considering an unprecedented “twin candidature” featuring Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Mugisha Muntu and Robert Kyagulanyi (Bobi Wine) for the 2026 presidential election. The proposed alliance aims to unite support across regional and generational lines in a coordinated challenge to President Museveni’s decades-long rule. Talks among opposition parties are ongoing, with hopes of forming a single, powerful coalition.

Opposition Eyes Muntu–Bobi Wine Alliance for 2026

A group of young NRM leaders has appealed directly to President Yoweri Museveni, urging him to revise the planned format of the upcoming Youth League elections. They argue that holding elections at the district level favors wealthy candidates and compromises transparency, calling instead for a centralized, supervised process to ensure fairness and equal access.

Youth Leaders Appeal to Museveni Over NRM Election Fairness

Congo (the Democratic Republic of the)

Former President Joseph Kabila has announced his return to active politics in the Democratic Republic of Congo, pledging to restore peace and national dignity amid rising political tensions. His comeback comes as legal challenges and the approaching 2028 elections set the stage for a high-stakes power struggle.

Joseph Kabila Announces Political Comeback in DR Congo

Central African Republic

The Central African Republic is making major strides in disarming and reintegrating former rebel fighters, with key groups rejoining the peace process and surrendering weapons. Supported by the government and UN peacekeepers, the initiative is fostering stability and offering ex-combatants a path to civilian life.

Central African Republic Makes Big Peace Strides

Uganda’s opposition party, the National Unity Platform (NUP), has raised alarm over the alleged abduction of its School of Leadership coordinator, Doreen Kaija, who was reportedly taken from her home by armed men in unmarked vehicles. The incident has reignited fears of politically motivated arrests as the country heads into a tense pre-election period.

NUP Alleges Abduction of Leadership Coordinator

President Yoweri Museveni celebrated his 81st birthday at Kampala’s Kololo grounds, simultaneously launching Uganda’s first-ever Boda Union Festival. The event highlighted government initiatives to support boda boda riders, combat predatory lending, and promote unity and growth within the transport sector.

Museveni Celebrates 81st Birthday, Launches Boda Union Festival

Politics

Libya has launched its Minimum Energy Performance Standards programme to improve appliance efficiency and reduce electricity consumption nationwide. Supported by international partners, the initiative aims to modernize the energy sector and promote sustainable development.

Libya Launches Bold Energy Efficiency Standards Programme

The Head of the Misrata Movement warned that irregular migration is reshaping Libya’s demographics and undermining national security. With over 850,000 migrants in the country, concerns are rising over social strain, human rights abuses, and regional instability.

Migrants Threaten Libya’s Security, Misrata Warns

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has closed its 10-year Vision 2025 strategic plan with record-breaking performance. Key highlights include a 17.5% growth in assets under management, increased member contributions, and a surge in revenue, setting the stage for the Fund's next strategic phase Vision 2035.

NSSF Wraps Up Vision 2025 with Record Growth

Liberia

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, Africa’s Global Bank, is set to make a major impact at the 2025 United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), bringing together world leaders, policymakers, investors, and private sector stakeholders.

UBA Unveils Whitepaper on Tapping into Africa’s Potential

Director-General Marilyn T. Logan of the Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Authority (LPRA) has celebrated the significant signing of Production Sharing Contracts (PSCs) between Liberia and TotalEnergies, marking a historic milestone for the country’s oil and gas sector.

Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Authority Hails Oil Agreements with TotalEnergies

The Ugandan government has begun restructuring its ministries, departments, and agencies by eliminating director-level roles as part of a cost-cutting and efficiency-enhancing reform. The move, guided by the RAPEX initiative, aims to streamline overlapping functions and reduce the wage bill while providing severance packages to affected staff.

Government Restructures Public Service, Scraps Director Roles

APA Insurance Uganda and Hollard Health have launched APA International Health, a new international health insurance plan offering coverage up to Shs36 billion. The product integrates advanced technology and personalized care through the HealthMov app, aiming to boost health insurance uptake in Uganda’s largely uninsured population.

APA Insurance, Hollard Launch New International Health Plan

TotalEnergies EP Uganda has unveiled its Tilenga Social Impact Report, highlighting significant socio-economic benefits for local communities. The report showcases job creation, infrastructure improvements, and empowerment programs as Uganda prepares for its first oil production.

TotalEnergies Unveils Tilenga Social Impact Report

Algeria

The African Development Bank (AfDB) and Algeria’s Ministry of Knowledge Economy, Startups, and Micro-Enterprises have committed to enhancing their partnership to accelerate the development of startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Africa.

AfDB and Algeria Commit to Boosting Support for Startups and SMEs Across Africa

Challenger Uganda Limited attributes its impressive growth in the construction sector to flexible financing from I&M Bank. The bank’s tailored support has enabled the company to manage cash flow efficiently and secure major contracts over the past two decades.

I&M Bank Drives Growth of Challenger Uganda in Construction

Tooro Kingdom holds vast economic potential in agriculture, tourism, and minerals, but much of it remains underutilized. A recent call to action urges stronger infrastructure, value addition, and cooperative investment to drive inclusive wealth creation in the region.

Boosting Economic Growth Opportunities in Tooro

BNI Gestion has relaunched its “Dynamic Savings” mutual fund to boost domestic investment and expand access to professionally managed portfolios in Ivory Coast. The move supports financial inclusion and aims to strengthen the country’s savings culture through transparent, flexible investment options.

BNI Gestion Relaunches High-Growth Savings Fund

Morocco

Moroccan jewelers are preparing to launch a gold import company under the Moroccan Federation of Jewelers, aimed at addressing the sector's long-standing reliance on informal supply channels and ensuring a more stable, regulated gold market.

Moroccan Jewelers to Establish Gold Import Company to Tackle Informal Market

Ivory Coast is positioning itself as a key trade hub in Africa by leveraging its agricultural strength, infrastructure upgrades, and regional partnerships under AfCFTA. The country’s inclusive strategy empowers local businesses and accelerates sustainable economic growth across the continent.

Ivory Coast Powers Africa’s Trade Boom

Uganda’s horticulture exports have surged to $80.9 million in 2024, up from $32.1 million in 2015, marking a decade of impressive growth. Driven by improved farming practices, better market access, and rising global demand, the sector is fast becoming a key player in Uganda’s export economy.

Uganda’s Horticulture Exports Hit $81 Million After a Decade of Growth

Kenya

Former Attorney General William Byaruhanga has acquired a 14.63% stake in Kenya’s Sidian Bank through a Sh28 billion investment. The move highlights growing cross-border investment by Ugandan elites and signals increasing financial integration within East Africa.

Byaruhanga’s Sh28B Stake in Kenya’s Sidian Bank Marks Bold Cross-Border Investment

Officials from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) have praised Morocco's significant progress in the 2025 Global Innovation Index, noting that the country's performance solidifies its status as a "regional leader" in innovation.

The World Intellectual Property Organization  praises Morocco for its advancements in innovation

Aya Gold & Silver revealed on Monday that exploratory drilling has uncovered a potential new gold zone in Morocco, further advancing the company’s ongoing projects in the country.

Aya Gold & Silver Announces Exciting Gold Discovery in Morocco

Cash Plus and PayPal have launched Morocco's first-ever digital PayPal withdrawal service, according to a joint announcement made on Monday.

Cash Plus Teams Up with PayPal to Enable Digital Withdrawals in Morocco

Ghana’s Ashanti Green Initiative has partnered with African Mining Week 2025 to promote sustainable mineral industrialization and formalize small-scale mining. The collaboration aims to attract global investment and elevate Ghana’s role in ethical gold production and mining innovation.

Ghana, AMW Unite to Boost Mineral Industry

Business & Economy

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Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has officially announced his intention to seek re-election in the 2026 presidential race, extending his nearly four-decade rule. Museveni, who has been in power since 1986, is once again positioning himself as the steady hand guiding Uganda through challenges. His decision has sparked mixed reactions, with supporters praising his leadership and longevity, while critics call for fresh leadership and political reform. As the nation looks ahead to the 2026 elections, Uganda braces for a heated political contest.

Uganda's President Yoweri K Museveni to run for 2026 elections

Dr. Stephen Nsobya's family is campaigning for Hoima Stadium to be renamed in his memory, acknowledging his groundbreaking role as Uganda’s first veterinary doctor and his lasting influence on animal health and welfare in the country.

"Family Advocates for Hoima Stadium to Be Renamed in Honor of Uganda's First Veterinary Doctor"

UPDF soldier fatally shoots armed robber in Kitintale after daylight heist at mobile money shop.

"Armed Robber Shot Dead by UPDF Soldier in Kitintale"

Uganda’s record-breaking export figures not only dethrone Ethiopia but also establish a new model for agricultural export success—one based on quality, farmer empowerment, and strategic global outreach. The nation is poised to become a lasting powerhouse in the international coffee market.

Uganda Surpasses Ethiopia as Africa’s Top Coffee Exporter

Makerere University responds to recent rankings, reaffirming its top position in Uganda's higher education sector.

Makerere University Sets the Record straight on Ranking, Retains Top Position in Uganda

In Uganda, sepsis is emerging as a significant threat to the lives of newborns, highlighting the need for urgent attention and improved healthcare measures to combat this potentially deadly condition.

Sepsis Poses Grave Risk to Infant Survival in Uganda

MTN Uganda has appointed Sylvia Elsheikh as its new Chief Marketing Officer, bringing over 18 years of experience in telecommunications and commercial sectors to drive the company's growth agenda and deepen customer engagement.

MTN Uganda appoints Sylvia Elsheikh as New Chief Marketing Officer

Uganda has reopened the Bunagana and Mupaka border crossings with the Democratic Republic of Congo, aiming to restore cross-border trade, enhance regional cooperation, and improve the movement of goods and people after extended closures due to security concerns.

Uganda Restores Access at Bunagana and Mupaka Border Crossings with DR Congo

The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has launched a major initiative worth Shs2.3 trillion aimed at providing free electricity connections to eligible households and businesses, improving access to electricity across the country.

UEDCL launches a Shs2.3 trillion project to provide free electricity connections.

Three officials from Gomba district have been remanded in custody following allegations that they sold government jobs illegally. Authorities are investigating the case as part of efforts to curb corruption and uphold transparency in public service recruitment.

Three Gomba Officials Remanded Over Alleged Sale of Government Jobs

dfcu Bank has announced a significant increase in shareholder returns after posting a net profit of Shs72.1 billion for the year ended 2024—up from Shs30.6 billion the previous year. Driven by strong growth in interest income and improved asset quality, the bank has more than doubled its dividend payout, signaling renewed investor confidence and a strong recovery trajectory.

The robust performance was underpinned by increased lending, improved efficiency, and a reduction in non-performing loans. The bank's board has proposed a total dividend of Shs37.5 billion, up from Shs18.5 billion in 2023.

The impressive results highlight dfcu’s strengthened financial position and its commitment to delivering long-term value to shareholders.

dfcu Bank Sees Profit Boom, Doubles Dividend Payout in Strong 2024 Performance

Government Launches Upgrade of 72.5km Entebbe–Mpigi Road Corridor

A Ugandan tax tribunal has ordered Shoprite Uganda to pay Shs 1.3 billion in VAT arrears, finding that the supermarket chain under-declared sales by wrongly treating internal stock transfers as VAT-exempt. The tribunal rejected Shoprite’s explanation that the error was due to an accounting oversight following the departure of its finance manager, citing recurring discrepancies and lack of corrective action.

Evidence presented by the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) showed that the disputed items included taxable processed goods, not VAT-exempt agricultural products as claimed by Shoprite. The tribunal also criticized the company for failing to amend its tax returns or seek refunds from its franchisor.

Additionally, the tribunal addressed a separate PAYE dispute involving Shs 58.9 million in unaccounted-for employee benefits, directing both parties to reconcile the issue by July 15, 2025.

The ruling underscores growing scrutiny of multinationals operating in Uganda and highlights the importance of proper tax accounting and compliance, even after a company exits the market.

Shoprite Uganda Hit with Court Order to Pay Shs 1.3 Billion in Unpaid VAT

The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has confirmed that renewed National ID cards are now ready for collection. Ugandans who applied for ID renewals are advised to visit their respective NIRA offices or designated collection centers with their acknowledgment slips or National Identification Numbers (NINs) to pick up their cards. The renewed IDs are valid for 10 years and are essential for accessing various public and private services.

Renewed National IDs Now Available for Collection — NIRA

A company responsible for supplying or managing digital number plates in Uganda is reportedly owned or backed by Russian interests, but it is officially registered under the names of Ugandan nationals.

Russian-Owned Digital Plates Company Fronted by Ugandans

Tecno Mobile has officially launched its latest Spark 40 series, highlighting a sleek ultra-slim design and upgraded features aimed at budget-conscious smartphone users.
The new lineup includes multiple variants, each boasting improved display quality, enhanced camera systems, and efficient performance tailored for everyday use. Positioned as a stylish and affordable option in the mid-range market, the Spark 40 series continues Tecno’s push to appeal to young, tech-savvy consumers across Africa and other emerging markets.

Tecno’s New Spark 40 Series Combines Ultra-Slim Design With Modern Specs

As 149 officers from the Uganda People's Defence Force (UPDF) retire, leaders have called on them to make wise financial investments and continue contributing to society. The leaders emphasized the importance of leveraging their experience and skills for ongoing service, while also ensuring their financial stability post-retirement.

Leaders Call for Strategic Investments and Continued Service as 149 UPDF Officers Retire

MTN has announced a strategic move to split its Momo (Mobile Money) service, a decision aimed at accelerating the growth of its fintech operations. This restructuring is designed to unlock new opportunities for innovation and expansion within the fintech space, positioning MTN to better serve the growing demand for digital financial services across its markets. By dividing Momo, MTN intends to streamline its operations, enhance user experience, and drive further progress in the rapidly evolving fintech landscape

MTN Splits Momo to Unlock New Fintech Potential

Yusuf Kayiwa showcased the futuristic Tesla Model X at the Autoshow Kampala Kololo on July 12 and 13, 2025, spotlighting Uganda’s growing embrace of electric vehicles and sustainable transport solutions.

"No Fuel, No Noise, Just Power: Yusuf Kayiwa Unveils Tesla Model X in Uganda - A Leap Towards Sustainable Mobility"

Centenary Bank has partnered with Interswitch in a strategic collaboration aimed at advancing financial inclusion. This partnership is focused on expanding access to financial services, improving digital payment solutions, and fostering greater economic participation across underserved communities.

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