Banking & Payments: Bank of Uganda sets new over-the-counter cash withdrawal caps from Jan 1, 2027—UGX 50m/day for individuals and UGX 250m/day for businesses—while digital channels remain unaffected, pushing more customers toward e-payments. E-commerce: Jumia marks 14 years in Uganda, saying it helped grow online shopping from low-internet days into today’s expanding digital commerce ecosystem. Trade Finance: ITC and Equity Group sign an MoU to unlock trade finance for coffee, leather and creative industries across East Africa, pairing funding with skills to help MSMEs move up the value chain. Housing Finance: Housing Finance Bank highlights affordable housing solutions at a Gulu real estate conference, stressing incremental lending models for families that build homes gradually. Regional Business & Agriculture: Uganda launches Halal Farmers’ Centres to boost smallholder incomes and production standards, aiming to improve market access. Digital Economy: Uganda’s UCC pushes lower smartphone taxes and new financing models to speed up smartphone adoption and digital inclusion. Ebola’s Business Disruption: Namugongo traders report a quieter Martyrs Day after Ebola-related restrictions reduced pilgrim numbers, hitting sales for vendors and service providers. Health & Supply: A Mission Cry shipment finally reaches Uganda with Bibles and seminary materials, supporting ongoing distribution efforts.