Why the African Union meeting for ministers responsible for trade matters for Africa

  COMMENT | JANE NALUNGA | On 25–26 February 2026, African ministers responsible for trade will gather in Maputo, Republic of Mozambique, under the African Union (AU) framework. This meeting comes just weeks before the Fourteenth Ministerial Conference (MC14) of the World Trade Organization (WTO), scheduled for March 2026 in Yaoundé, Cameroon. Yet again, just … The post Why the African Union meeting for ministers responsible for trade matters for Africa appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.


play_arrow All Uganda News
2 w.
Politics
ID: -2166154581561914144


Similar News expand_more


1 M. Zambian, Ghanaian presidents hold talks to cement bilateral cooperation
Politics
32 h. Why strengthening East African regional integration matters in a turbulent global economy
Economics
6 d. Munyonyo trade conference debates how Uganda can build a $500billion economy by 2040
Economics
3 w. Africa hails Xi’s AU message for joint pursuit of modernization, Global South solidarity
Politics
55 h. The Race for Speaker of Parliament in Uganda: A defining moment for democratic accountability
Politics
36 h. From the Bush to the Marketplace: Africa’s real revolution is economic
Economics
4 d. Middle East tensions threaten South African, global economy, warns expert
Politics
2 w. Uganda set to launch revised National Trade Policy and National Export Development Strategy
Economics
2 w. EU official, Rwandan president discuss aid access to vulnerable people in Great Lakes region
Politics
4 w. Although it took some time, the foundation for Uganda’s oil exports is now solid
Economics
1 M. Airtel Africa Foundation hands scholarships to 20 Tech Fellows to Pursue ICT Studies
Education
7 d. From Seasonal Loans to Asset Financing: dfcu strengthens Uganda’s agribusiness value chains
Economics
3 w. 20 Ugandan students secure Shs 3.85bn Airtel Africa tech fellowship to advance STEM dreams
Education
4 w. Uganda Airlines: When national symbols drift from hope to national reckoning
Travel
3 w. Uganda’s ultimate dating TV show, Hello Mr Right returning for season 3
Entertainment
1 w. Equity Bank Uganda migrates core data centre operations to Raxio facility
Technology
2 w. East Africa’s dismal football record doesn’t match its passion – what needs to happen
Sport
43 h. Bellazuri marks International Women’s Day with a gathering focused on African women and beauty.
Culture
32 h. Bellazuri marks International Women’s Day with a gathering focused on African women and beauty
Culture
1 M. Preserving Home While Building Australia: Uganda’s diaspora as social capital
Real Estate
3 w. Museveni appoints former Ethiopian Airlines CEO as acting chief of national carrier
Travel
3 d. The Tenfold Growth Strategy Paradox: Why Uganda’s future depends on its young women
Economics
2 w. Meet Kashushu, a creative at the forefront of Africa’s digital art evolution
Culture
7 d. Uganda to extend visas for foreign nationals stranded by Iran conflict
Economics
2 w. Uganda’s Economic Outlook: Bank of Uganda and NPA officials advise caution and strategic growth
Economics
2 w. A Pass Says Artists Who ‘Can’t Sing’ Have the Biggest Fanbases in Uganda
Culture
2 w. 🔴 Anthony Natif notes from Court: Prosecution’s case in Uganda Vs Molly Katanga and Others
Crime
3 w. Migrants in Uganda rebuild lives through culture, skills and enterprise
Entertainment
13 h. Breaking Stereotypes: Male students increasingly choose nursing in Uganda
Education
2 w. Saudi Arabia expresses interest in investing in Uganda’s coffee industry
Economics
6 d. VYBZ KARTEL TO HEADLINE TALANTA EAST AFRICA FESTIVAL AS NEW REGIONAL CULTURAL EVENT LAUNCHES
Culture
1 M. Animal and crop theft; the real bottleneck to wealth creation in Uganda
Economics
9 d. Uganda hosts European golf delegation in drive to boost sports tourism
Travel
62 h. Navio Says Ugandan Artists Receive Strong Corporate Support but Pay Hasn’t Improved
Economics
4 d. Uganda urges oil dealers to keep pump prices stable amid Middle East crisis
Economics
5 d. Meet Shaz Gasto: Tanzanian Rapper in Germany Releases Powerful New Track “Action”
Sport
7 d. Mubaraka Munyagwa Advises Kasuku on President Museveni’s Shs 5 Billion Pledge
Politics
63 h. Federation of Uganda Taxi Operators tour Vivo Energy Depot in showcase of fuel quality assurance processes
Automotive
1 M. From Liberation Force to National Institution — The real question of Tarehe Sita
Politics
2 w. World Bartender Day puts spotlight on the professionals shaping Uganda’s cocktail culture
Entertainment
3 w. Producer Axon Guides Music Creatives on Building Sustainable Careers in Uganda’s Evolving Music Industry
Culture
1 M. Xi calls on China, Russia to grow ties, work for global strategic stability
Politics
2 w. Aga Khan School students recognised for regional competition win as Junior Achievement Uganda and Absa Uganda launch 2026 Company of the Year Competition
Education
5 d. Xi urges major provincial economies to gain experience in solving new problems
Economics
6 d. Batwa community shares ancient healing knowledge at World Wildlife Day
Culture
2 w. Single Malts mentorship takes center stage at February’s Big Meeting
Education
17 h. Foreign envoys, journalists closely watch China’s ‘two sessions’ for policy signals amid global uncertainty
Politics
3 w. European leaders call for strategic autonomy amid int’l turbulence and transatlantic tension
Politics
2 w. CNOOC Uganda Limited, Huawei launch digital skills training in Buhuka Community
Technology
Popular countries based on strong economic and political relations
Add Watch Country

arrow_drop_down