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The Minister of Trade, Mr Sanjay Tana (C), Kenneth Muhanji, a partner at KT Advocates and executive director of the Centre for Law, Policy and Innovation Initiative (2ndR), among other officials at the UMC on Thursday. PHOTO/VICENT LUSAMBYA
What you need to know:
- The government and private sector players are seeking to harmonise trade rules, strengthen consumer protection and enable businesses to sell goods and services across borders with fewer barriers.
Uganda is spearheading efforts to establish a single digital market for Africa, a flagship initiative by the African Union (AU) under its Digital Transformation Strategy aimed at merging 54 African countries into a unified digital economy by 2030.
The initiative seeks to turn the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and existing regional integration frameworks into practical trade opportunities. It aims to support businesses of all sizes, including small traders relying on social media platforms to reach customers beyond their borders.
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Labour unions are vital for inclusive economic reform
In Uganda, trade unions traditionally served to; bargain for wages, fringe benefits, working conditions, and protect workers from unfair dismissals
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East Africa has one market on paper, but not in practice
East Africa has built a common market, but fragmented policies, currencies, and trade barriers continue to constrain competitiveness
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From Internet to income: Uganda's battle for digital wealthUganda imports far more electronic devices and high-tech equipment than it exports.
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Digital trade pushes direct-selling firms to raise standards
Industry players say the growth demands stronger consumer protection
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East Africa's integration at risk from stubborn non-tariff barriersThe East African Business Council estimates that trade restrictions cost the region roughly $10 billion every year in lost opportunities.
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Higher costs ahead: Land title, transfer fees set to rise“The land registration fees have been too old, and the government needs to raise revenue. If you look at the increment, it’s manageable because we were simply adding a small fraction to the...
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Health Ministry denies Dr Candia's suspension after UMA backlash
The statement comes on the heels of a sharp rebuke from the Uganda Medical Association (UMA), which called on government officials to cease political theatrics and adhere to due process in health...
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Parliament committee seeks overhaul of UHRC leadership"The committee recommends that members of the UHRC who are found culpable for the dysfunctionality of the UHRC be retired in public interest"