Workforce Skills: Vivo Energy Uganda rolls out “Learning on Wheels” with mobile training units for Shell station staff and independent mechanics, targeting 200+ stations and 2,000+ forecourt employees. Insurance Oversight: East African regulators agree to standardise how insurers are supervised, including a harmonised compliance template and plans for shared supervisory software. Health Fundraising: A clinic in Uganda’s Kititi area will host a fundraising ball to expand life-changing eye care outreach, including more village tests and support for long-term self-sustainability. Mining Value Addition: State Minister Phiona Nyamutoro says Uganda must move beyond exporting raw minerals to create jobs, processing capacity and maximum value for Ugandans ahead of the Mineral Wealth Conference. SME Digital Credit: Ecobank launches eMCA, letting merchants access up to Shs70m working capital based on digital transaction history, with repayment automatically deducted within 30 days. Tourism Revenue: Uganda’s gorilla tourism hits Shs110b in 2025/26 as gorilla numbers rise, after earlier dips linked to negative travel advisories. Transport Pressure: Wakiso District seeks more road funding as growth and urbanisation strain district roads, pushing for better surfacing and longer-lasting maintenance. Fuel Shock Impact: A new commentary warns Uganda’s fuel price “ratchet” keeps pump prices high even when global crude falls, raising costs across the economy. Business & Trade: Equity’s Uganda trade roadshow highlights local manufacturing potential, while TotalEnergies and BlackRock’s GIP sign a $1.8b deal for African oil and gas infrastructure assets.