For too long, a common perception has held back millions of Ugandans from securing their financial futures: that investing is a privilege reserved for the wealthy or a complex world only for experts. This belief, however, is a myth that…
Africa’s industrial revolution will be sown in its fields. This was the powerful message resonating from the 2nd Annual Regional Industrialisation Conference, held today at the Kampala Serena Hotel. Under the theme, “Enhancing Policy Advocacy for Sustainable Regional Industrial Growth,”…
Uganda’s booming tourism sector, a key driver of the economy and a leading foreign exchange earner, is set for a significant digital leap forward. This comes after MoMo by MTN Uganda and the Uganda Hotel Owners Association (UHOA) officially forged…
Uganda’s growing oil and gas sector, a cornerstone of the country’s economic future, is set for accelerated development following high-level discussions between the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) and top executives from Standard Bank Group, the parent company of Stanbic…
The insurance landscape in Uganda is on the verge of a dramatic transformation following the recent approval by the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) of Uganda of a merger between two formidable global entities: South African insurance giant Sanlam and Jubilee…
Uganda’s financial sector, a cornerstone of its vibrant economy, is increasingly being shaped and driven by a formidable cohort of women leaders. In a traditionally male-dominated industry, these powerful ladies are not just breaking glass ceilings but actively spearheading innovation,…
In a significant display of collaboration at the apex of Uganda’s financial sector, on Thursday, July 31, 2025, Mr. Mumba Kenneth Kalifungwa, the new Chief Executive of Stanbic Bank Uganda, paid a courtesy visit to the Governor of the Bank…
In a significant boost to its economic diversification and growth agenda, Uganda has secured USD 150 million (over Shs537 billion) in vital funding from the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA), earmarked specifically to empower its private sector.…
Uganda’s ambitious drive to transform its tourism and oil and gas sectors, key pillars of its economic future, faces a significant setback after the Ministry of Works and Transport announced the suspension and slowdown of several critical road construction projects…
In a profound display of regional solidarity and strategic economic foresight, the President of Uganda H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and his Kenyan counterpart H.E. Dr. William Ruto, concluded an official State Visit on Tuesday, July 30th, 2025, by signing eight…
Ugandan women entrepreneurs, recognised as powerful drivers for socio-economic transformation, are set to gain unprecedented access to tailored and affordable financing solutions, thanks to a global partnership led by the World Bank Group and championed locally by Stanbic Bank Uganda.…
Uganda is charting a bold new course for inclusive economic growth, with a particular focus on empowering women in trade and nurturing future generations of entrepreneurs. The Breaking Barriers to Trade conference, held in Kampala on Tuesday, served as a…
The 8th Annual Uganda Bankers Conference 2025 concluded on Tuesday with a powerful summation from Kenneth Mumba Kalifungwa, the Chief Executive Officer of Stanbic Bank Uganda, who underscored the pivotal role of remittances, financial technology (FinTech), and sustained collaboration in…
Uganda is rapidly advancing its position as a significant player in the global gold market, driven by an ambitious strategy to expand domestic gold production and increase value-added activities. This ambitious agenda received a substantial boost with the official commissioning…
In a move signalling a strong commitment to its most valuable asset, its people, dfcu Bank has announced the strategic appointment of Marsha Nyonyozi Walusimbi as its new Chief of People and Culture Transformation. This key leadership role underscores dfcu…