Part 1: The Institutions Shaping Uganda’s Industrial Future Uganda’s industrial ambition is no longer rhetorical. As the nation transitions into the National Development Plan IV (NDPIV) cycle, the vision of a transformed society is crystallising. Agro-processing zones are expanding, oil-linked…
Stewarding an Institution’s Memory: TDB Group at 40 In development finance, institutions are judged not only by the capital they deploy, but by the clarity with which they document reform, governance, and impact over time. Few moments reveal this more…
Across the African continent, a new era of Economic Sovereignty is being led by an elite cadre of banking executives. As Africa shifts toward the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and navigates complex digital transformations, these CEOs are reimagining…
The Trade and Development Bank Group (TDB Group) marked its 40th anniversary earlier this month with a high-level commemorative cocktail reception at the Kampala Serena Hotel in Uganda, celebrating four decades of advancing trade, regional integration, and sustainable development across…
In the world of high-stakes development finance, few names carry as much weight as Admassu Tadesse. As the Group President and Managing Director of the Trade and Development Bank Group (TDB Group), Tadesse has been recognised in the prestigious 100…
Uganda is gearing up for a landmark moment on December 12th, 2025, as the Trade and Development Bank (TDB Group) hosts its 40th Anniversary Cocktail and unveils a Commemorative Coffee-Table Book at the Kampala Serena Hotel. This is no ordinary…
The All Africa Pension Summit (AAPS) 2025 provided a crucial forum for African financial leaders to strategise on harnessing the continent’s vast capital reserves. In a high-impact keynote address on Day Two of the Summit, Mr. Admassu Tadesse, President and…
The Uganda Development Finance Summit (UDFS25), which was officially opened on Monday by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has not only showcased Uganda’s bold ambitions but also amplified global voices demanding a seismic shift in how Africa finances its future. From…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] From Pinterest: Admassu Tadesse, TDB Group President and Managing Director Admassu Tadesse Admassu Tadesse stands at the forefront of Africa’s financial industry, wielding his expertise and leadership to drive growth and development across the continent. As the Group President…