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East Africa’s currency dream: Can eight nations build one economic future by 2031?

In Europe, the euro became the visible symbol of decades of economic integration. But the currency itself was not the beginning of that journey. It was the result of years of cooperation, deeper trade links, stronger institutions and the creation…

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Why Uganda’s next economic leap depends on making SME finance faster, smarter and more accessible

“SMEs account for over 70% of Uganda’s private sector activity, yet many continue to face challenges including limited access to finance, cash flow constraints, and the need for digital transformation. Through our new Business Banking proposition, we are providing businesses…

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