The National Enterprise Corporation (NEC) has been crowned the Best Visionary Government Enterprise Agency of the Year 2025 at the 13th Visionaries of Uganda Awards. This esteemed recognition honors NEC’s outstanding contributions to Uganda’s socio-economic transformation, innovation, and sustainability. The award ceremony, held yesterday, November 27th, was graced by Vice President Her Excellency Maj (RTD) Jesca Alupo, who commended NEC’s …

Yesterday, November 27th, 2025, Maj Gen (Rtd) Innocent Oula, the Deputy Managing Director of National Enterprise Corporation (NEC), welcomed a delegation from the Nigerian Armed Forces Command and Staff College Senior Course 47 (SC 47) to NEC Headquarters in Bugolobi, Kampala. The Nigerian delegation, led by Brig Gen NUC Ogil accompanied by Commander DM Bozegha l, Deputy Defence Attache, Addis …

Yesterday, November 26th, 2025, Lt Gen James Mugira, the Managing Director of National Enterprise Corporation (NEC), visited NEC Luwero Defence Industries, where he interacted with staff and commissioned several projects. The visit was part of Gen Mugira’s tour of NEC subsidiaries, aimed at engaging with staff, understanding their challenges, and sharing ideas. Upon arrival, Gen Mugira was received by Maj …

On November 25th, 2025, Lt Gen James Mugira, the Managing Director of National Enterprise Corporation (NEC), visited the Grain Storage, Milling, and Supply plant in Kigumba, Kiryandongo District, where he interacted with NEC Agro staff. This visit was part of his tour of Subsidiaries and Joint Ventures, aiming to meet staff and understand their operations. Gen Mugira expressed his satisfaction …

On November 20th, 2025, the Managing Director of National Enterprise Corporation (NEC), Gen Mugira, conducted a tour of Uganda Security Printing Company factory (USPC) and Uganda Free Zones and Export Promotions Authority (UFZEPA) in Entebbe, both projects being undertaken by NEC Construction Works and Engineering Ltd (NEC Works), a subsidiary of NEC.  During the tour, Gen Mugira was received by …

Housing Finance Bank (HFB) reinforced its commitment to affordable housing during the 7th NBS Housing Baraza, held at Next Media Park, bringing together stakeholders from across Uganda’s housing ecosystem. The Baraza, themed “A Home for Every Ugandan: From Dream to Doorstep,” convened government officials, developers, financiers, builders, suppliers, innovators, and citizens to discuss innovative strategies for expanding access to affordable …

Our insider network has been buzzing louder than an open-air concert. Word on the streets is that a secret storm is forming, and it could shake the Ugandan music scene to the core. The smooth, velvet vocals of Joshua Baraka might be teaming up with the unfiltered, viral energy of TikTok sensation Tally Vian. Just days ago, Tally Vian stepped …

Housing Finance Bank has officially opened its newest branch in Soroti, marking a milestone in its mission to expand access reliable financial services across Uganda. Located at Plot 67 Gweri Road on Soroti Main Street, the branch brings convenience, customer-centered banking closer to individuals, farmers, traders, and small businesses within the Teso sub-region. This launch adds to the Bank’s 21-branch …

New details have emerged about the tragic death of Assistant Superintendent of Police Emma Bagenda, the Officer-in-Charge of Ntawo Police Station, who was shot dead on Sunday night in an attack linked to suspected robbery. The incident has been classified as murder and aggravated robbery by Mukono Police Division. According to the official police report (MKN CRB 1708/2025), Bagenda and …

Equity Bank Uganda, in partnership with the National Agricultural Research Organization (NARO), has officially launched the 5th Edition of the Equity NARO Golf Open 2025, a three-day golf tournament which will take place from the 27th–29th November, at the Mary Louise Simkins Memorial Golf Club, Namulonge.   The Mary Louise Simkins Memorial Golf Club has earned a strong reputation as a …