Standard Bank Group, Africa’s largest bank by assets, is making significant strategic leadership changes, with two prominent Ugandan executives, Patrick Mweheire and Francis Karuhanga, taking on elevated roles. These appointments highlight the Group’s confidence in Ugandan talent and its deliberate…
Over the past 14 months, the Ugandan shilling has shown remarkable strength, appreciating steadily against the US dollar. In a televised address today, Bank of Uganda (BoU) Governor Michael Atingi-Ego clarified the central bank’s role, asserting that this appreciation is…
At the Brand Africa Awards held on August 15, 2025, Stanbic Bank was honoured with two prestigious accolades: Most Admired Brand-Banking and Most Admired Brand-Financial Services. These awards are a recognition of the bank’s pivotal role in Uganda’s economy, a…
Following a wave of public complaints on social media about mobile money thefts, the Bank of Uganda (BoU) Governor, Michael Atingi-Ego, has issued a statement to address the growing concern among Ugandans. The rise in mobile money fraud, including cases…
In a significant leadership change, Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) this week announced Emmy Hashakimana as the new General Manager, effective August 12, 2025. Hashakimana, who previously served as Commercial Director at Uganda Breweries, brings a wealth of experience and a…
Richard Byarugaba, the former Managing Director of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), has been appointed the Board Chairman of Old Mutual Investment Group, replacing Prof. Samuel Sejjaka, a strategic move that is bound to reshape Uganda’s investment landscape This…
On Friday, August 15, 2025, Kampala will be at the heart of Africa’s branding conversation as it hosts the 15th Brand Africa Awards, and MTN CEO Ms. Sylvia Mulinge is slated to be the crowd-puller of this glamorous evening, to…
In a landmark partnership set to transform Uganda’s financial landscape, Airtel Money, the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), and Stanbic Bank Uganda have launched a seamless tax payment solution. This collaboration, which allows taxpayers to pay taxes from their mobile phones,…
This Friday, August 15, 2025, Uganda will host a pivotal event for professionals in brand development and leadership: the 15th Anniversary of the Brand Africa Awards, to be held at the Kampala Serena Hotel, starting at 6:00 PM. The event…
In a significant shake-up of Uganda’s advertising industry, Airtel Uganda’s advertising mandate has been restructured under a new strategic collaboration. Effective August 1, 2025, the account is now overseen by a consortium led by The Partnership Africa, with creative duties…
In a landmark move, Epic Business Consult (EBC) and the League of East African Directors (LEAD) have formed a strategic partnership to elevate leadership and governance standards across the region’s C-suite companies. The collaboration, announced by EBC’s Head of Agency,…
Stanbic Bank is positioning itself as a key driver of Uganda’s economic growth, launching a significant campaign to attract foreign investment. Through its Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) division, the bank is actively engaging with multinational corporations to showcase Uganda…
Uganda’s waste problem has reached a critical point, threatening public health, the environment, and the national economy. A validation meeting for the Draft National Waste Management Policy 2025 held today by the Ministry of Local Government highlighted the gravity of…
As policymakers and industry leaders converge at the 2nd Annual Regional Industrialisation Conference in Kampala, a critical conversation is taking centre stage: the relentless battle against illicit trade. The conference, themed “Enhancing policy advocacy for sustainable regional industrial growth,” shone…
In a powerful collaboration aimed at fostering environmental stewardship and sustainable development, the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) has partnered with Rotary District 9213 and Rotary District 9214 to launch a transformative new program dubbed the ‘EACOP Green Schools Initiative‘.…