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24/07/2025

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has reiterated the urgent need for a sustainable, African-led solution to the Libyan crisis during a virtual meeting of the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC), which he chaired in his capacity as Council Chairperson for the month of July.

Read here: https://softpower.ug/president-museveni-chairs-au-peace-and-security-council-meeting-on-libya-calls-for-unity-and-african-led-solutions/

24/07/2025

French media conglomerate Canal+ has completed its long-anticipated $3 billion acquisition of MultiChoice Group, the South African-based pay-TV giant behind DStv and GOtv.

Read here: https://softpower.ug/french-media-giant-canal-acquires-multichoice-in-3bn-deal/

French media conglomerate Canal+ has completed its long-anticipated $3 billion acquisition of MultiChoice Group, the South African-based pay-TV giant behind DStv and GOtv. The deal, worth around 55 billion rand, was officially cleared by South Africa’s Competition Tribunal on Wednesday, July 23, 2...

24/07/2025

The National Public Relations Symposium 2025, organized by the Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU), is set to take place tomorrow, Friday, July 25, at the Imperial Royale Hotel in Kampala, starting at 8:00 AM.

Read here: https://softpower.ug/among-rwabwogo-baryomunsi-to-grace-national-pr-symposium/

24/07/2025

Matt B Gifts Uganda His Grammys — And His Heart.

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https://softpower.ug/american-singer-matt-b-donates-his-grammy-awards-to-uganda/

It’s not every day that a Grammy Award lands in Uganda, let alone four of them. But for American Afrobeat sensation Matt B, Uganda was more than a pitstop on a global tour. It was the birthplace of inspiration. And now, it’s the permanent home of his most prized trophies. In an emotional tribute...

24/07/2025

Finance Ministry Signs Service Level Agreement with Bank of Uganda.

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https://softpower.ug/finance-ministry-signs-service-level-agreement-with-bank-of-uganda/

PSST Ramathan Ggoobi has today signed a service level agreement (SLA) with the Governor of Bank of Uganda (BoU), Dr Michael Atingi-Ego, at the Ministry’s Offices. The agreement stipulates the roles and responsibilities of each party in their operations. Related Stories Matt B Gifts Uganda His Gram...

24/07/2025

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has joined the family of the Late. Prof. George Wilson Kanyeihamba to pay tribute to the retired Supreme Court Judge in Buziga, Kampala.

Read here: https://softpower.ug/we-valued-his-input-museveni-pays-glowing-tribute-to-prof-kanyeihamba/

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has visited the home of the late Prof. George Wilson Kanyeihamba in Buziga, Kampala, to pay tribute to the distinguished jurist and statesman. Prof. Kanyeihamba, aged 85, passed away on Monday, 14th July 2025, at Nakasero Hospital following a long battle with recurri...

23/07/2025

MTN Uganda Limited has secured shareholder approval for the structural separation of its mobile money and fintech business, MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited (MTN MoMo)—a significant step in the company’s long-term strategic roadmap.

Read here: https://softpower.ug/mtn-shareholders-approve-separation-of-momo-business/

MTN Uganda Limited has secured shareholder approval for the structural separation of its mobile money and fintech business, MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited (MTN MoMo)—a significant step in the company’s long-term strategic roadmap. The resolution, which was passed during a hybrid Extraordinary Gene...

23/07/2025

The National Public Relations Symposium 2025 promises to be a powerful convergence of thought leaders, top CEOs, senior communicators, and policy influencers redefining leadership through communication.

Read here: https://softpower.ug/top-ceos-communicators-to-feature-in-expert-panels-at-prau-symposium/

All roads lead to Imperial Royale Hotel this Friday, July 25, for the National Public Relations Symposium 2025, hosted by the Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU). This year’s gathering promises to be a powerful convergence of thought leaders, top CEOs, senior communicators, and policy in...

23/07/2025

The Ugandan economy continued to show signs of resilience and growth in June 2025, with the Ugandan Shilling appreciating by 1.3% against the US Dollar, according to the latest Performance of the Economy Report released by the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development.

Read here: https://softpower.ug/uganda-shilling-strengthens-exports-surge-in-june-2025-economic-report/

The Ugandan economy continued to show signs of resilience and growth in June 2025, with the Ugandan Shilling appreciating by 1.3% against the US Dollar, according to the latest Performance of the Economy Report released by the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development. The Shilling trad...

23/07/2025

: President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni is expected to officially launch the CHAN 2024 Uganda Chapter this Friday, July 25, at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds.

Read here: https://softpower.ug/museveni-to-launch-chan-2024-uganda-chapter-this-friday/

Uganda is in full swing preparing to host the CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, set to kick off next month at the newly refurbished Mandela National Stadium, Namboole. The event marks a historic chapter for Uganda’s sports calendar, positioning the country as a key destination for cont...

23/07/2025

The Uganda Electoral Commission has released a comprehensive roadmap outlining key activities for the 2025/2026 General Elections, urging all stakeholders to take note of the timelines and actively participate.

Read here: https://softpower.ug/ec-releases-2025-26-election-roadmap/

The Uganda Electoral Commission has released a comprehensive roadmap outlining key activities for the 2025/2026 General Elections, urging all stakeholders to take note of the timelines and actively participate. The announcement was made through a press release signed by Justice Byabakama Mugenyi Sim...

23/07/2025

: Team Uganda safely landed at Entebbe International Airport Monday evening to a warm welcome from officials and supporters after a stellar performance at the CAA Africa U18/U20 Athletics Championships held in Nigeria from July 16–20.

Read here: https://softpower.ug/team-uganda-returns-with-9-medals-from-caa-africa-championships/

Team Uganda safely landed at Entebbe International Airport Monday evening to a warm welcome from officials and supporters after a stellar performance at the CAA Africa U18/U20 Athletics Championships held in Nigeria from July 16–20. Led by Assistant General Secretary for Administration at the Nati...