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Uganda
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Our June 2025 newsletter is out. Check it out for new studies and analyses: mailchi.mp/eprcug.org/eprc-j…
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How much our revenues come from domestic trade? Our analysis shows that nearly 30% of our revenues come from domestic trade. The wholesale segment fairs well as a top contributor b'se they sell goods in large quantities & are more compliant. See: eprcug.org/publication/domes…
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Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta.
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New Ugandan-owned businesses will enjoy a 3-yr income tax break from July 2025. This is one of the most pro-business interventions in recent times, which could boost local entrepreneurship, opines our young professional Alice Nalweera in @DailyMonitor: monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/co…
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The @EPRC_official launch of the 2024 Agricultural Finance Yearbook gets coverage in @newvisionwire. Get your copy here: eprcug.org/publication/agric…
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@BOU_Official Governor commended "EPRC for the steadfast commitment of producing the book year after year. The insights contained within the book will undoubtedly shape policy and investment decisions in the months ahead " #AgricFinanceUG
@BOU_Official Governor Michael Atingi-Ego has launched our Agricultural Finance Yearbook 2024, noting "It represents more than just data & analysis. [It's] our collective aspirations 2 turn Uganda’s agricultural sector into an engine of inclusive growth" #AgricFinanceUG
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The Board of Directors, Management, and Staff of Bank of Uganda heartily congratulate Mr. Michael Atingi-Ego upon his appointment as the Governor, Bank of Uganda, and Professor Augustus Nuwagaba upon his appointment as the Deputy Governor, Bank of Uganda. We wish them both the very best in their new roles and look forward to supporting their success.
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Why should Uganda care about the free trade with continental peers. Exploiting the unrealised export potential under the AfCFTA will generate the country more than 200k jobs, our analysis shows: eprcug.org/publication/ugand…
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PLEASE NOTE: The account - @Michaelatingi - is a parody account and is not associated with Mr. Michael Atingi-Ego, the Governor designate of the Bank of Uganda.
This account does not speak for the Governor or the institution.
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Are Global Value Chains creating jobs in Africa—or widening gaps? 🤔
Our study explores their impact on skilled vs. unskilled workers in Cameroon. The findings may surprise you!
Read more : bit.ly/4hyh0bW
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Can Africa boost trade while tackling climate change?
This paper unpacks the link between AfCFTA tariff cuts & CO₂ emissions—revealing surprising insights on sustainable intra-African trade.
🔎 Dive in: bit.ly/4aC9Fph
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Uganda aspires to grow her economy ten-fold in the nest 15 years. Can the oil and gas sector offer a springboard to that dream? Read Joab Wamani's opinion in @observerug : observer.ug/viewpoint/how-th…
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📢 Call for Papers!
Following the "Dynamics of African Growth" conference (Sept 26-27, Paris), Revue de l’OFCE invites submissions.
📝 English & French papers accepted
📅 Deadline: April 15, 2025
Read more 👉 bit.ly/4jHv7xt
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Are central banks prepared to handle the effects of climate change? Over 22 central banks from across sub-Saharan Africa gathered in Kampala this week to share what they are doing to manage climate-related shocks.
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Non-Renewal of Empire Forex Bureau License
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The best @Makerere student in Master of Arts in Economics 2025, Ms Alice Nalweera, was this week welcomed by @EPRC_official staff. She will join us in February as a Young Professional on a 2-yr employment contract, an award reserved 4 the best student in the course. @MakerereAR
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Check out our latest newsletter with new research and analyses of key issues on Ugandan economy and beyond: mailchi.mp/eprcug.org/eprc-n…
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Props to Solomon Kaweesa he deserves good things in life given the immense talent he has. He has given Hon. Muhammad Ssegirinya a proper send off with his extraordinary narrating skills .
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As 2024 ends, read Deputy Governor Atingi-Ego’s account of what it has been like managing the economy this year.
Reflecting on Uganda’s economic progress, he explains BoU’s cautious optimism and strategic actions in monetary policy and the steps we took to maintain the value of Uganda’s currency. He goes into how we supported Uganda’s banks in staying strong and healthy, and our contributions to socioeconomic transformation through enhancing financial inclusion, promoting sustainability, and modernising payment systems. Read the full account for details and our positive outlook for 2025. Happy New Year’s eve!
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