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Managing Risk as an SME

Failing to effectively manage risks can be especially damaging for small businesses since they tend to have fewer resources and expertise than large businesses to help contain unexpected emergencies or situatMore than ever, after the…

Airtel Uganda to Offload Remaining Shares.

Airtel Uganda, a subsidiary of India’s Bharti Airtel, has announced plans to sell leftover shares from its undersubscribed initial public offering (IPO) in 2022. This move aims to comply with Ugandan regulations mandating telecom firms to…

Government Shuts Down Namayingo Sugar Factory

More than 600 individuals are facing imminent job losses following the government's decision to shut down a sugar factory in Namayingo District. The Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives directed CN Sugar Ltd to cease operations,…

BoU Revokes Mercantile Credit Bank License

Bank of Uganda has revoked the license of Mercantile Credit Bank Ltd and ordered the company to wind up its affairs. Mercantile is a Tier II financial institution. Credit Institutions are described as “non-bank” financial institutions that…