Sub-Saharan Africa is rapidly emerging as a hotspot for surface water pollution, posing serious risks to the region’s already stressed resources, the United Nations has warned. The alarming trend is drawing global attention to the challenges of maintaining clean water…
In a landmark move set to revolutionize women’s entrepreneurship in Uganda, the World Bank, through the Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU), has announced an unprecedented grant of USD217 million (over Shs807 billion). This transformative initiative aims to provide women entrepreneurs…
East Africa is making significant strides in space technology, positioning itself as a burgeoning hub for space-related activities on the African continent. The region’s growing interest in space is not just a matter of national pride but is seen as…
British American Tobacco Uganda Limited has registered a 21.6% increase in net profit from Shs3.7bn to Shs4.5bn for the first six months of 2024, further showing the company’s continued growth trajectory. The company executives said on Aug.2 that the macro-economic…
MTN Uganda has announced a significant 29.7% increase in net profit to Shs 295.7 billion for the half-year ended June 2024, driven by robust growth in voice, data, and fintech services. The telecom company’s voice revenues rose by 15.1% to…
After a hiatus of over 30 years, the iconic French automobile brand Peugeot has made a triumphant return to Uganda, bringing a blend of elegance, innovation, and economic promise. The re-launch event, held at The Motor center Multibrand Workshop, marked…
MTN Uganda successfully held the inaugural MTN ICT Expo 2024, a landmark event set to revolutionize Uganda’s digital landscape. The Expo, held on the 1st and 2nd of August at the prestigious Mestil Hotel, brought together industry leaders, innovators, and…
PostBank is on a mission to transform the livelihoods of Ugandan farmers. In a strategic move to boost agricultural exports, the bank has equipped 150 cassava farmers and SMEs in Arua District with essential skills to penetrate the lucrative East…
CFAO Mobility Uganda has unveiled the highly anticipated Land Cruiser Prado 250 Series, a pinnacle of luxury and performance. This exclusive model, priced at Sh300 million, represents a significant addition to the Toyota Land Cruiser legacy. Designed to embody the…
Financial service providers in Uganda have been urged to embrace technological advancements to stay competitive and improve customer experience. This call to action comes from Michael Mugabi, the Managing Director of Housing Finance Bank and the Board Chairman of the…
Uganda Airlines is expanding its wings. The national carrier recently announced the addition of three new routes to its network: Lusaka, Zambia; Abuja, Nigeria; and Harare, Zimbabwe. These exciting destinations will be served by Uganda Airlines’ flagship A330-800 aircraft, starting…
In line with its purpose of fostering prosperity for Ugandans, PostBank Uganda has launched a Self-Onboarding ZeroFlex digital account to enable customers to self-register and have access to financial services anywhere and at any time without necessarily moving to the…
The 2024 Youth in Energy Conference, hosted by TotalEnergies EP Uganda alongside other key industry players, recently concluded at the Makerere University School of Public Health Auditorium. This pivotal event spotlighted the crucial role of youth in Uganda’s burgeoning oil…
A recent article raised significant concerns about the environmental and social impacts of Total Energies’ $10-billion Tilenga project in western Uganda. The project, which involves drilling more than 400 oil wells, many in the Murchison Falls Nature Park, has been…
Bamburi Cement Limited (NSE: BAMB) witnessed a significant increase in its share price on Thursday, July 11th, 2024. The company’s stock closed at KShs. 57.75 per share, reflecting a remarkable 28.3% surge from the previous day’s closing price. This upward…
Coca-Cola Beverages is reaping from setting up Africa’s fastest plastic bottle production line in its East Africa operations. It has a capacity of 67,000 bottles per hour and equipped with state-of-the-art technology such as robotic arms and automated fillers and…
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) of Uganda has reported significant returns on its investment in MTN Uganda, the country’s largest telecom operator. According to a recent press release, NSSF has earned a total of Shs 80.6 billion (approximately USD…
PostBank Uganda Limited has appointed Ibrahim Kato as its new Chief Retail Officer. With over 15 years of experience in the banking sector, Kato brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the role, having worked with both international and…
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa has appointed Josphat Mwangi to the position of General Manager for its subsidiary, Coca-Cola Beverages Zambia. Confirming the company’s commitment to developing leadership internally, Mwangi joins the Zambian team from Kenya, where he has been the Commercial…
A network of Official Coca-Cola Distributors (OCCDs) is helping to ensure that Coca-Cola products reach Ugandans efficiently in every corner of the country. As a Fast Moving Consumer Goods manufacturer, Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) has innovated to create a system…
Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited has announced the launch of its Stanbic Unit Trust, strategically entering the nation’s burgeoning Collective Investment Scheme (CIS) market. This move leverages SUHL’s established client base and aligns with the Ugandan Capital Markets Authority’s reported UGX…
Absa Group Ltd, one of the largest diversified financial service providers in Africa, has concluded further agreements with the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), a member of the World Bank Group, freeing up additional financial capacity for investments in Pan-African…
Jubilee Life, a leading insurance provider in Uganda, today announced the launch of its innovative Jubilee Smart Save Plan. This new plan aims to empower Ugandans to prioritize long-term financial security by offering a flexible and secure savings solution. Raising…
In a significant gesture of strengthening ties and fostering collaborative efforts, the King of Tooro, His Majesty Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, made his maiden courtesy visit to the MTN Uganda headquarters in Kampala today. This visit, highly anticipated…
The seventh annual bankers’ conference, hosted by the Uganda Bankers Association (UBA) on June 19th at the Kampala Serena Hotel, buzzed with discussions on Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) issues, reflecting a growing global trend among businesses. Under the theme…
Ugandan building materials producer Uganda Clays Limited (UCL) encountered a revenue decline in its recently concluded five-year strategic plan. UCL’s 2023 revenue dipped to Shs 30.1 billion ($8.4 million) from Shs 36.6 billion ($10.2 million) in 2022. The company attributed…
The Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development has appointed Mr. Gerald Paul Kasaato as the substantive Deputy Managing Director of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), Uganda. His appointment follows a recommendation from the NSSF Board of Directors after…
Leading multi-category app, Glovo has successfully concluded its highly anticipated 3-Day Courier Program, a series of events focused on the growth, development, and recognition of its couriers. The initiative, themed ‘Courier Day’ which took place from June 18th to June…
Following the outstanding success of the initial phase of its youth empowerment flagship initiative, MTN Uganda’s corporate social responsibility arm, MTN Foundation, has launched the second phase of the MTN ACE program to continue equipping youths with digital skills. This…
MTN Uganda’s sale of shares left over from its 2021 Initial Public Offering was oversubscribed by almost 100%, the telecom executives said on June 13. The company received applications for 3 billion shares against 1.6 billion shares on offer, The…
RwandAir Cargo is launching new services to Dubai and Djibouti, both operated by its dedicated freighter B738SF. The expansion is part of the airline’s mission to connect Africa and the world, it said on June 10. The new routes will…
The Bank of Uganda (BoU) took decisive action on June 18, 2024, revoking the license of Mercantile Credit Bank Limited. This move places the bank under liquidation, effectively shutting down its operations. BOU’s decision, which also places Mercantile Credit Bank,…
MTN Uganda, along with its partners, last Friday, marked a significant extension of support to Ariwa Secondary School in Yumbe District, West Nile region, as part of the “30 Days of Y’ello Care” campaign. This initiative, an extension of the…
FlexiPay, Stanbic Bank’s digital payment platform, has partnered with International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and Upesi Money Transfer, a regional payments company, to enable FlexiPay users to send, receive money from abroad with ease. Josephine Nakato Kasacca, Lead Customer…
On the 13th June 2024, MTN Uganda announced the successful completion of its secondary market share offer, which garnered an exceptional 230% subscription rate. This robust response signifies strong investor confidence in MTN Uganda’s future prospects and the Ugandan telecommunications…
DHL Global Forwarding’s digital road freight platform Saloodo! has announced that it will be the first logistics company to introduce the UAE’s first electric Mercedes-Benz truck. The fully electric 40-ton eActros 300 Tractor is particularly suitable for heavy-duty distribution transport…
Ecobank, the pan-African financial services Group, officially opens call for applications to the 7th edition of its Fintech Challenge. This annual competition invites early-stage and mature fintech startups to partner with Ecobank, offering a grand prize of US$50,000 and a…
As the world recognizes World Environment Day on June 5th, The Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) reaffirms its commitment to building a more sustainable future. Coca-Cola acknowledges the importance of environmental responsibility and has implemented various initiatives to minimize its environmental…
Three years ago, MTN Uganda embarked on an ambitious project to restore 220 hectares of forest cover. This initiative, part of the larger “Uganda is Home” campaign, celebrated the symbiotic relationship between MTN Uganda and the people of Uganda, reinforcing…
The Capital Market Authority (CMA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Thapelo Tsheole as the new Chief Executive Officer. With a distinguished career spanning over 24 years in the financial markets, Mr. Tsheole brings a wealth of experience…
In a bid to encourage timely loan repayments and responsible financial behavior, NCBA Bank Uganda and MTN MoMo have partnered to launch the “Mo Cash with Mokash” campaign. The eight-week campaign, which started on May 15th, aims to incentivize customers…
KCB Group CEO Paul Russo has been named the African Business Leader of the Year by Africa Leadership Magazine. Russo’s selection followed rigorous and competitive competition on the African continent, with leadership qualities, transformative vision, and outstanding contributions being key…
Monday 27th May 2024. Kampala, Uganda: SBG Securities Uganda Limited (a wholly owned subsidiary of Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited), in its capacity as the lead sponsoring broker, on behalf of MTN Uganda Limited (MTN Uganda or the Company), hereby announces…
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has projected that Africa will need to double its annual expenditure to $6 billion in order to expand its digital infrastructure and bridge the connectivity gap between people and businesses on the continent. This projected…
Telecom firm MTN Uganda plans to sell shares left over from its deeply undersubscribed 2021 Initial Public Offering to local investors to expand local ownership and comply with regulatory requirements, it said on Saturday. The Uganda unit of South Africa’s…
Highlights: Johannesburg, South Africa – May 24, 2024 – Despite 64% of Africans expressing confidence in the continent, they remain loyal to non-African brands, which have retained their lowly 14% of the most admired brands in Africa, Brand Africa revealed…
The Ugandan government is banking on its comprehensive Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and Information Technology Outsourcing (ITO) strategy to create 100,000 direct jobs by 2030. This ambitious plan aims to tackle the country’s youth unemployment crisis, with approximately 10 million…
French oil company, TotalEnergies EP Uganda has reaffirmed its commitment to creating more opportunities for young people in Uganda to continue making meaningful contributions in their communities. The commitment was made during the company’s commemoration of its over 10 years of…
Early this year, Stanbic Uganda Holdings, the parent company of Stanbic Bank Uganda, announced a profit of over Sh400 billion after tax. This was attributed to the bank’s innovative lending initiatives. In a bid to hold on to the success,…
dfcu Limited is celebrating 60 years of operation and impactful service towards fulfilling its purpose of ‘Transforming Lives and Businesses in Uganda’. dfcu was established in 1964 as a development finance institution and since then, has contributed to national socio-economic transformation, growing together…
The Diamond Trust Bank has bid farewell to its former Managing Director, Varghese Thambi, marking the end of his 17-year tenure with the bank. Thambi, who joined DTB in 2007, was hailed by the Deputy Governor of the Bank of…