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Your future is in Virginia - The Verge

In this Virginia county, the infrastructure boom began two decades ago. Few residents even knew it happened, but now they’re reckoning with the next wave of data centers and what’s at stake.

The Verge · 2 Sept 2026

Fed’s Williams: Case for a Rate Hike Isn’t Yet Firm - WSJ

New York Fed President John Williams indicated that he doesn't see clear-cut evidence right now that the Fed must raise interest rates to respond to persistent inflation.In an interview with CNBC, Williams said the current spate of rising prices is due in par…

The Wall Street Journal · 2 Sept 2026

UIFW 2026 challenges fashion industry to turn creativity into business

Uganda’s fashion industry is being challenged to look beyond the runway and position itself as a stronger driver of business, employment and Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises (GROW) Project for young people. The call was made as the Uganda International Fashion Week (UIFW) 2026 officially opened on August 31 at the Uganda […] The post UIFW 2026 challenges fashion industry to turn

Sqoop Uganda · 2 Sept 2026

Starlink Goes Live in Uganda, Bringing High-Speed Satellite Internet Countrywide

KAMPALA — Starlink has officially launched its high-speed satellite internet service in Uganda, opening a new chapter in the country’s broadband market and giving households and businesses an alternative to conventional fibre and mobile internet services. The company announced that its “high-speed, low-latency internet is now available in Uganda” on September 1, marking the start […] The post Starlink Goes Live in Ug

SoftPower News · 2 Sept 2026

Starlink Goes Live in Uganda, Bringing High-Speed Satellite Internet

KAMPALA — Starlink has officially launched its high-speed satellite internet service in Uganda, opening a new chapter in the country’s broadband market and giving households and businesses an alternative to conventional fibre and mobile internet services. The company announced that its “high-speed, low-latency internet is now available in Uganda” on September 1, marking the start […] The post Starlink Goes Live in Ug

SoftPower News · 2 Sept 2026

Uganda Airlines recruits pilots

Kampala, Uganda | AGENCIES | Uganda Airlines is recruiting Boeing 737 pilots as it prepares to shift from wet-leased aircraft to dry leases, a move that could cut leasing costs and give the national carrier greater control over its operations. The airline has advertised positions for Boeing 737 captains and First Officers as it … The post Uganda Airlines recruits pilots appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

The Independent Uganda · 2 Sept 2026

Pearl Bank Loan Book Crosses Shs1 Trillion as Agriculture Drives Growth

KAMPALA — Pearl Bank’s loan book has crossed the UGX1 trillion mark, up from UGX749 billion at the end of December 2025, as the lender expands financing to agriculture, businesses and other productive sectors. The milestone represents an increase of about UGX251 billion in eight months, reflecting the bank’s strategy to grow its market share […] The post Pearl Bank Loan Book Crosses Shs1 Trillion as Agriculture Drive

SoftPower News · 2 Sept 2026

Boom in agriculture and agro-industrialisation drives Pearl Bank to sh1 trillion loan milestone

Pearl Bank Loan Book Hits UGX 1 Trillion as Growth Strategy Gains Momentum Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Pearl Bank, whose purpose is to foster prosperity for Uganda, has announced that its loan book has crossed the sh1 trillion mark, a major milestone in the Bank’s transformation and its growing role in financing … The post Boom in agriculture and agro-industrialisation drives Pearl Bank to sh1 trillion loa

The Independent Uganda · 2 Sept 2026