The conference represents a pivotal step in mobilizing the billions needed annually to support Africa’s smallholder farmers, who make up some 80% of the continent’s farming population but control less than 5% of agricultural land Leading global and African financial…
AFC’s diverse membership spans all regions of Africa, reinforcing its role as a leading infrastructure solutions provider for Africa Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has welcomed the Union of Comoros as its 44th member country, reflecting…
MTN Uganda, the country’s leading telecom and technology company, is proud to launch the second phase of its dynamic brand campaign “Together We’re Unstoppable”. Building on the success of its first phase, this campaign continues to celebrate the hard work,…
The collaboration with SABA aligns with the company’s vision of championing Africa’s narratives, amplifying Africa’s voices, and bridging Africa and the world The Scottish Africa Business Association (SABA), a membership organisation seeking to facilitate commercial success by connecting Scotland and…
The Stanbic Bank Economic Insights Symposium, held at the Serena Hotel in Kampala today, has shed light on Uganda’s economic performance, highlighting the significant role of gold and coffee exports in driving economic growth. According to Christopher Legilisho, a lead…
AFC’s delegation, alongside key partners, participated in the ceremonial Market Close, culminating in the presentation of a commemorative glass tablet and the signing of the LSE’s Welcome Book Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, had the…
With just one day left to the Stanbic Bank Economic Insights Symposium slated for March 11, 2025, experts at the Bank have unveiled game-changing customer care practices for all business owners in Uganda. This year’s symposium, themed ‘Globalisation Reshaped: Riding the…
Over the past four years, Afreximbank has approved over $813 million in financing for Uganda’s public and private sectors, with a pipeline in exceeding US$ 1 billion in pending approvals The quest to broaden the scope of interventions by the…
This five-year bond provides an attractive annual interest rate of 6.5% with a two-year capital repayment grace period Ecobank Côte d’Ivoire, a subsidiary of Ecobank Transnational Incorporated, the leading Pan African Bank, takes a major step forward in its commitment…
MTN Uganda is not just a technology company; we are building the infrastructure for Uganda’s digital future while ensuring our business contributes meaningfully to communities and the environment MTN Uganda has reported a remarkable 30.1% surge in profit after tax,…
With March 31, 2025 fast approaching, the UGX 700 billion buyout of Umeme Limited is shaping up to be one of Uganda’s biggest corporate transitions in recent history. As the government finalizes plans to take over electricity distribution, stakeholders are…
The government of Uganda has, through the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, resolved to revive the production of copper at Kilembe mines in Kasese District. This signing of the Mineral Production Sharing Agreement with Sarrai Group Limited from…
As Uganda moves towards full control of its electricity distribution, the government has strategically turned to Stanbic Bank Uganda, the country’s leading financial institution, for a crucial loan of Shs700 billion to finance the buyout of Umeme Limited. This partnership…
The Bank Group’s mission to Congo explored new funding opportunities for key sectors, including energy, digital infrastructure, and roads Talks held by the African Development Bank Group in the Republic of Congo from 24 – 28 February 2025 marked a…
For nearly two decades, Umeme Limited has been the face of electricity distribution in Uganda, playing a pivotal role in power access, infrastructure investment, and stock market dominance. However, as the company’s 20-year concession comes to an end on March…