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Justice Minister Mao Hails IP Education as Key to Uganda’s Innovation Future

The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, has reiterated the Government’s strong commitment to innovation and intellectual property (IP) as Uganda continues to build a modern, future‑focused economy. Speaking on Friday at the offices of Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) in Kololo, Minister Mao praised the role of the WIPO Academy in demystifying…

URSB Board Chair Amb. Butagira Champions Intellectual Property as Uganda’s Unlimited Asset

H.E. Rt. Amb. Francis Butagira, Board Chairman of the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB), has emphasized the enormous potential of intellectual property (IP) as a key driver for Uganda’s economic growth and innovation. Drawing from his extensive diplomatic experience, Amb. Butagira highlighted the significance of attracting global leaders like WIPO Director General Daren Tang to…

Board Chairman Praises URSB’s Transformative Achievements, Urges Faith for a Better Tomorrow

The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) on Friday held its Annual Thanksgiving Prayer Breakfast at the UBFC Car Park, a ceremony led by Pastor Samuel Kajoba, President of the Uganda Union Seventh-day Adventist Church. Representing the Board Chairman, H.E. Amb. Francis Butagira, Board Member Ms. Hope Okeny delivered an uplifting message that cast the day’s…

URSB Board Celebrates Amb. Francis Butagira’s Birthday in a Warm Gathering.

Board members of the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) on Wednesday afternoon hosted a warm and intimate celebration in honour of the Board Chairman, H.E. Amb. Francis Butagira, at Latitude 0° Hotel. The gathering came shortly after the conclusion of the Board Governance and Cybersecurity Training, creating the perfect moment for colleagues, senior management, and…

URSB Board Sets Strategic Tone for 2025 at Governance Training

The Uganda Registration Services Bureau undertook significant efforts to enhance corporate governance and leadership capacity through a three-day Board of Directors Training from November 25th to 27th, 2025, at Latitude 0° Hotel in Kampala. The training, spearheaded by the URSB Board Chair, H.E Amb. Francis Butagira, Board members, and members of senior management for an…

Board Members Graduate from High-Level Governance and Cybersecurity Training

Board members of the Uganda Registration Services Bureau successfully completed a three-day intensive governance and leadership training, concluding with a formal graduation and award of certificates at Latitude 0° Hotel on 27th November 2025. The programme, spearheaded by the URSB Board Chair, was graced by senior leaders, for a deep dive into modern governance, ethical…

When Citizens Register, They Exercise Their Right to Justice and Economic Participation” – PS Kasande

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs (MOJCA), Mr. Robert Kasande, has hailed the launch of the Uganda Registration Services Bureau’s (URSB) Strategic Plan IV (2025/26–2029/30) as a major step in advancing justice, economic empowerment, and national development. “When citizens register a business, protect their intellectual property, or secure credit with…

Registrar General Unveils Bold Five-Year Plan to Drive Innovation and Growth

The Registrar General, Ms Mercy K. Kainobwisho, has unveiled the Bureau’s five-year Strategic Plan IV (2025/26–2029/30), pledging to expand digitalisation, decentralisation, and innovation to transform Uganda’s business environment. Speaking at the launch last week at the Uganda Business Facilitation Centre (UBFC), Ms Kainobwisho described the new plan as a roadmap for inclusion and competitiveness. “This…