Uganda’s insurance sector is set to undergo a significant transformation after Sanlam General Insurance (Uganda) and Jubilee Allianz General Insurance officially announced their amalgamation, following approval from the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) of Uganda. This strategic consolidation marks a pivotal…
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) is spearheading a critical initiative to bridge and amplify the synergies between Uganda’s promising oil and gas sector and its vibrant tourism industry. This strategic alignment, led by Ernest Rubondo, Executive Director of PAU,…
Uganda is intensifying its strategic partnership with the United Kingdom to accelerate its energy transition, enhance the electricity infrastructure, and unlock its vast mining potential. This commitment was reaffirmed during a crucial meeting held on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at…
In a landmark decision set to redefine Uganda’s digital and financial landscape, shareholders of MTN Uganda led by Charles Mbire, overwhelmingly approved the structural separation of MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited (MoMo) from MTN Telecom. This strategic move, unveiled at…
Uganda is intensifying its commitment to transforming its agri-food systems, securing national food security, and elevating rural livelihoods through a bolstered partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations. In a high-level engagement at State House,…
Despite growing trust, most Ugandan brands remain invisible across Africa. With only 11% of Africa’s most admired brands being African and just 35% of Ugandans buying the local brands they say they trust, the gap between belief and behaviour has…
In a significant move aligning directly with Uganda’s national development agenda and the ‘Tenfold Growth Strategy‘, Stanbic Bank Uganda rolled out a formidable Shs 1 trillion (approximately USD 268 million) to empower Women, Youth, and Farmers (WYF) across the nation.…
In an economy poised for exponential growth, from its current US$63 billion to an ambitious US$500 billion within 15 years, under the ‘Tenfold Growth Strategy’, the role of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has transcended traditional stewardship to become the…
In an era where boardrooms are expected to reflect the boldness of the times, Centum Investment Company Plc has made a striking statement; it’s not just about the money, but about leadership that builds nations. This week, Centum, the Nairobi-listed…
Absa Bank Uganda is redefining what leadership looks like at the board level, with the appointment of two strategic heavyweights, Gloria Evelyn Byamugisha and Hassan Saleh, as Non-Executive Directors. This isn’t just routine board renewal. It’s a signal that Absa…
Uganda is charting an ambitious course to dramatically transform its economy, targeting a tenfold increase from its current US$63 billion to a staggering US$500 billion within the next 15 years. This monumental leap, however, demands a fundamental shift in how…
For decades, the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), under the leadership of Fred Bamwesigye as the Director General, stood as a symbol of national pride, driving remarkable growth in regional aviation. It spearheaded record passenger numbers, modernised infrastructure, and cemented…
The Government of Uganda today handed over a fleet of brand-new vehicles to cultural leaders as a way of bolstering its strategic alliance with traditional institutions. This unprecedented ceremony, presided over by a high-ranking government official representing President Yoweri Kaguta…
Uganda’s ambitious ‘Tenfold Growth Strategy’ received a huge boost after the government announced the release of the first tranche of Shs170 billion from the World Bank, earmarked to revolutionise the country’s manufacturing and export value chains through the newly operationalised INVITE…
Centenary Bank on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, launched its Interswitch Quickteller Agent Service, in a landmark move set to redefine financial accessibility across Uganda. This strategic partnership, unveiled at a high-profile ceremony at the Centenary Bank headquarters in Kampala, marks…