Hannington Mbabazi, Author at Thecapitaltimes

Why Sudhir Ruparelia Remains Uganda’s Richest Man in 2025

Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia has once again cemented his status as Uganda’s wealthiest individual, topping the Forbes Africa Billionaires List for 2025 with an estimated net worth of $1.6 billion. The seasoned businessman and founder of the Ruparelia Group continues to dominate Uganda’s

April 14, 2025

Big Story·East Africa·National News

Big Story! EABC Board Director Oscar Kamukama Calls for Business-Driven Regional Integration

The Uganda–Tanzania Trade Mission 2025 officially commenced on April 8, 2025, at the Four Points Hotel in Kampala, Uganda, bringing together senior government officials, private sector leaders, and development partners for a week-long engagement aimed at enhancing bilateral trade, eliminating trade barriers,

April 13, 2025

Big Story·National News

Has Billionaire Sudhir Replaced Son Rajiv with Sheena in Managing the Ruparelia Empire?

Recently, Buganda Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga posted on X about why it matters managing succession in the family business. Asians, somehow, have been good at growing their family legacies; see the Madhvani’s, Mehta’s, Mukwanos etc. Mr Mayiga posted: A thought to running a

April 13, 2025

Big Story·Business

TOP STORY! East African Neighbours Chart New Trade Frontier in Kampala Summit

The Uganda–Tanzania Trade Mission 2025 officially commenced, bringing together senior government officials, private sector leaders, and development partners for a week-long engagement focused on enhancing bilateral trade, eliminating barriers, and unlocking regional economic opportunities. The high-level trade mission was launched under the

April 12, 2025

Big Story

‘The Law Is on Our Side’- Ruparelia Unshaken by Dfcu Delay Tactics

Prominent businessman Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia has vowed to challenge a recent High Court ruling in favor of Dfcu Bank, which temporarily halted enforcement of over UGX 8 billion in rent arrears claimed by his real estate firm, Crane Management Services (CMS). Last

April 12, 2025

Big Story·Travel·Uganda

Top Story! Uganda Launches Open-Source Tourism Curriculum to Boost Youth Employment

Kampala, Uganda— Uganda’s tourism and hospitality sector has received a major boost with the launch of nine open-source training modules aimed at equipping young professionals with practical industry skills. The modules unveiled this week in Kampala under the Ukarimu initiative are part

April 11, 2025

Business

Speke Resort Munyonyo Unveils Easter Holiday Packages to Lure Seasonal Getaway Seekers

Speke Resort Munyonyo, a premier lakeside destination on the shores of Lake Victoria, is rolling out enticing Easter holiday packages as of April 8, 2025, designed to attract families, couples, and travellers seeking a memorable seasonal escape. With rates starting at an

April 11, 2025

Big Story·National News

Sudhir Ruparelia Tops Forbes 2025 List of Uganda’s Wealthiest Individuals

Uganda’s business elite continue to shape the nation’s economic landscape, with several making notable appearances on Forbes Africa’s 2025 Billionaires List. The newly released rankings highlight a diverse group of entrepreneurs whose fortunes span key sectors including real estate, telecommunications, manufacturing, hospitality,

April 10, 2025

Big Story

National IDs Renewal To Commence In May-Gen.Muhoozi

The mass renewal of national identification cards is expected to start in May 2025, the Minister of State for Internal Affairs, Gen. David Muhoozi has revealed. Gen. Muhoozi said this as he responded to the report of the Committee on Defence and

April 10, 2025

Big Story

Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia Disowns Deepfake Scam Video, Warns Public Against AI-Driven Fraud

KAMPALA — Prominent Ugandan businessman and property mogul Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia has issued a stern public warning following the circulation of a manipulated deepfake video falsely portraying him endorsing a dubious online financial platform. The fraudulent video, allegedly generated using advanced Deepfake

April 9, 2025