Economy

Kenya Intensifies Efforts to Counter Money Laundering

Kenya Intensifies Efforts to Counter Money Laundering

The government is increasing its efforts to combat money laundering in Kenya, recognizing the growing risks associated with digital transactions…

In Uganda, there have been cases of food contaminated with these toxins, which can lead to liver cancer. Even food given to people during the COVID-19 pandemic had aflatoxins in it. Also, food from Uganda that was going to other countries got stopped because of aflatoxins. For example, in July, many trucks carrying maize were stopped at the Uganda-South Sudan border because the maize had too many aflatoxins.

Ugandan Scientists Combat Aflatoxins with Innovative Solution

Scientists at the National Crops Resources Research Institute (NaCRRI) are close to finding a solution to the aflatoxin problem. Aflatoxins…

Rehabilitation of 16km Road in Awach District Successfully Concluded

Abim District Celebrates Completion of 1.8Bn UGX Road Rehabilitation

In Awach sub-county, Abim district, the Ministry of Local Government has completed the repair of a 16.267km road. This road…

Authorities Seize 1,900 Bags of Smuggled Cement

1,900 Bags of Smuggled Cement Confiscated by URA

In recent weeks, the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has intercepted six trucks carrying a total of 1,900 bags of Simba…

FIA Advises Banks on Money Laundering Risk Awareness

Financial Authority Highlights Banks as Money Laundering Targets

The Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA) has cautioned banks about the high risk of being targeted by money launderers. The FIA…

Finance Minister Shares Uganda's Budget Strategy for FY 2024/2025

Government Unveils Budget Plans for Upcoming Fiscal Year

Finance Minister Matia Kasaija has presented the national budget strategy for the fiscal period 2024/2025, indicating that the country expects…