During the global spotlight of the MWC25 (Mobile World Congress), MTN Uganda CEO Sylvia Mulinge delivered a powerful keynote at the “Fintech and Commerce Summit: Strategic Collaborations Enabling Winning Strategies.” Her reflections went beyond corporate strategy, grounding the narrative of…
Uganda successfully hosted the Second Uganda-Qatar Business Forum in Doha on Monday this week, marking a significant step in its strategy to leverage economic and commercial diplomacy for national growth. Held under the theme, “Uganda and Qatar in Partnership for…
Rwanda is cementing its reputation as an economic success story, and a new study has reaffirmed the powerful role of tourism as the country’s primary economic driver. A recent two-day validation workshop on the UN Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) Study…
The future of Uganda’s digital economy, powered by mobile financial services and driven by artificial intelligence, hinges on a single factor: collective cybersecurity. This was the definitive takeaway from the EastCon Cybersecurity Symposium held at the Nakawa ICT Innovation Hub…
A defining moment for African health and scientific independence was announced at the 4th International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA 2025), as Dei BioPharma Founder Dr. Matthias Magoola revealed that the company has secured new patent rights for…
A significant diplomatic and financial fallout is unfolding between Uganda and Germany following the abrupt recall of crucial funding agreements with the German Development Cooperation (GIZ). Two pivotal government agencies, the National Planning Authority (NPA) and the Office of the…
The rapid growth of Uganda’s digital economy, largely fueled by mobile money services, faces a critical threat: financial fraud. Recognising that the entire foundation of financial inclusion rests on consumer trust, MTN MoMo, under the leadership of Mr. Richard Yego…
Uganda is reaffirming its commitment to leveraging cutting-edge digital innovation to drive its national development agenda. This was the central message delivered by the State Minister for National Guidance, Hon. Godfrey Kabbyanga, who attended the influential Mobile World Congress (MWC)…
Stanbic Bank Uganda and PostBank Uganda Limited (soon to be Pearl Bank Uganda) have announced a strategic partnership to link their respective mobile wallet platforms, FlexiPay and Wendi Wallet, a significant move that signals a new direction for Uganda’s financial services…
In a groundbreaking partnership that redefines financial inclusion, Pride Bank Limited Uganda and Jubilee Health Insurance Company of Uganda have launched PrideCare, a savings account with embedded health insurance cover. This strategic collaboration, announced on Wednesday this week by the…
Spiro, the leading two-wheel electric mobility in Africa, has cemented its position at the forefront of the continent’s clean energy transition by announcing a landmark $100 million (about Shs348.7 Bn) investment round from Afreximbank. This funding, the largest ever for…
The announcement that Coca-Cola HBC (CCH) is acquiring a controlling 75% stake in Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) for $2.6 billion (about Shs9.4 trillion) is more than just a massive transaction; it’s a definitive move that fundamentally re-engineers the competitive landscape…
Uganda’s financial sector is taking a decisive stand against the escalating threat of economic crime, recognising that the battle must be fought on two separate fronts: the enduring challenges of traditional fraud and the rapidly evolving complexities of the digital…
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is rapidly shifting from a policy ambition to a reality, with an increase in national-level activities underscoring Africa’s commitment to economic integration. Recent developments in Ethiopia, Sierra Leone, and Angola, actively supported by the…
The East African Capital Markets Conference (EACMC 2025), held in Kampala this week, concluded with a powerful consensus: the future of the region’s finance lies in the strategic embrace of Digital Transformation and Sustainable Finance. The gathering of regulators, policymakers,…