dfcu Bank has announced its commitment to supporting the growth and sustainability of Uganda's education sector, particularly focusing on international schools. This initiative was highlighted during the International Schools Forum held at dfcu's Nakasero headquarters, which brought together school proprietors, education regulators, curriculum providers, and private sector partners to discuss challenges such as rising costs and regulatory complexities.

Uganda's 2026/27 national budget allocates Shs2.07 trillion for energy development, which includes funding for the 380-megawatt Kiba hydropower plant, a floating solar facility at Isimba, and 500 megawatts of utility-scale solar in the Elgon and Acholi regions. Additionally, it includes preparatory work for nuclear power at Buyende and emphasizes the need for expanding transmission lines and substations to support these initiatives.

E-Bus Xpress has introduced a smart mobility solution for school transport in Uganda called "Cashless School Days." Kololo Senior Secondary School is the first institution to implement this initiative, which features electric buses and a wristband payment system.

In April, Uganda's private sector showed increased activity, with the headline purchasing managers' index rising to 55, its highest in five months, according to the Bank of Uganda's business tendency survey. Financial services experienced their strongest growth ever, indicating strong confidence in the sector, despite ongoing fuel-driven cost pressures. However, the survey also suggested that the underlying momentum may be losing some of its earlier strength.

Uganda's electricity regulator has announced that power tariffs will remain largely unchanged for the second quarter of 2026, as a strengthening shilling has balanced out a slight increase in global fuel prices. The Electricity Regulatory Authority noted that the approved end-user tariffs for April to June reflect changes in macroeconomic factors, but ultimately maintain stable pricing. The Ugandan shilling appreciated against the US dollar, reducing pressure on costs associated with dollar-denominated electricity generation.

MTN Uganda has introduced a new digital transport solution called Cashless School Days, designed to enhance the safety and convenience of student commutes. Launched at Kololo Secondary School, the initiative features wearable technology that enables students to access school transport services without the need for cash payments.