Uganda: Big Budget, Bigger Promises

Uganda: Big Budget, Bigger Promises

[Independent (Kampala)] Analysis -- As Uganda prepares to enter a heated election season in 2026, the government unveiled an ambitious Shs 72.1 trillion budget for the 2025/2026 financial year. Presented at Kololo Independence Grounds by Finance Minister Matia Kasaija on June 12, the new budget comes with both promises and tough realities for businesses, ordinary Ugandans, and investors eyeing the country's evolving economic landscape.

KCB bank’s offerings are aligned with Uganda’s budget priorities

KCB Bank reaffirmed its commitment to driving regional economic development and sector innovation during the FY2025/2026 Budget Dialogue, hosted by CSBAGUGANDA at the Sheraton Hotel in Kampala. The event, which brought together key industry experts, featured a high-level discussion on Uganda’s fiscal priorities and the evolving role of financial institutions in supporting national growth. Representing KCB Bank, Mr. Dennis Damba, Head of Treasury…

Airtel Uganda Pays UGX 50.3 billion Dividend to National Social Security Fund (NSSF)

Airtel Uganda, a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services, recently presented a dividend cheque of UGX 50.3 billion to the National Social Security Fund (NSSF). This significant payout follows… This Is Premium Content. Subscribe And Save On Unlimited Access With Our Best Offers! Subscribe Log In The post Airtel Uganda Pays UGX 50.3 billion Dividend to National Social Security Fund (NSSF) appeared first on CEO East …

Big budget, bigger promises

Kasaija presents the FY2025/2026 national budget Uganda’s Shs 72 trillion budget bets on wealth creation and growth in election run-up for next financial year ANALYSIS | JULIUS BUSINGE | As Uganda prepares to enter a heated election season in 2026, the government unveiled an ambitious Shs 72.1 trillion budget for the 2025/2026 financial year. Presented at Kololo Independence Grounds by Finance Minister Matia Kasaija on June 12, the new budget co…