The Minister of Works and Transport, Fred Byamukama, has instructed the contractor responsible for supplying Uganda's digital number plates to resolve ongoing shortages within three weeks. This issue has affected motorists and vehicle dealers for nearly two years. The directive was issued during a meeting with car and motorcycle importers in Kampala.

Digital technology and the presence of global sports stars are significantly contributing to the growth of Uganda's sports betting industry. Millions of Ugandans are increasingly using their phones to engage in sports betting, moving away from traditional brick-and-mortar bookmakers. This shift reflects a broader trend in how sports betting is evolving in the country.

Uganda's digital retail sector is experiencing a shift towards 'quick commerce,' which aims to deliver groceries and essentials within 30 to 60 minutes. However, industry players highlight that this growth is challenged by ongoing issues related to digital infrastructure and retail preparedness. The Vice President of Quick Commerce discussed these developments in the context of the evolving market.

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In the Bank of Uganda's April auction, Uganda's treasury bond market saw yields rise across all three tenors compared to February, with a notable increase of 100 basis points for the 10-year bond. The auction, held on April 15, reopened the same bonds as in February, but demand surged for the 10-year paper, highlighting a disparity between investor expectations and government offerings. The total amount offered remained at Shs990bn, consistent with the previous auction.

The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) conducted an enforcement operation in Kikuubo, Kampala, resulting in the arrest of four individuals and the seizure of over 400 cartons of counterfeit and substandard toilet tissue. The operation also uncovered thousands of fake packaging materials that were likely used to rebrand unlabelled toilet tissue products.