IMF to Visit Uganda in September for Talks on New Economic Programme

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) plans to send a staff team to Uganda in September for further negotiations on a new financial support programme, as the East African economy seeks to strengthen its fiscal position and manage rising debt pressures. New IMF Programme Under Discussion The planned mission will build on discussions that have already […]

Uganda’s Export Earnings Surge Over 77% in January, Driven by Gold and Coffee Boom

Uganda recorded a sharp rise in export earnings in January 2026, with official data showing a year-on-year increase of more than 77%, highlighting a strong start to the year for the country’s external trade sector. According to the Ministry of Finance’s latest economic performance report, merchandise exports climbed to approximately $1.45 billion, up from about […]