Let’s be honest, the conversation around cryptocurrency in Uganda has often felt like watching a high-stakes thriller. We see the glittering promise, a future of instant cross-border payments, financial inclusion for the unbanked, and a ticket to the global digital…
In a move that signals a carefully planned succession for Africa’s largest financial institution by assets, Standard Bank Group has announced the appointment of David Hodnett as the new Chief Executive of its flagship South African operations. He is set…
In a rapidly evolving global financial landscape, regulatory vigilance is no longer a choice but a necessity. In Europe, the European Banking Authority (EBA) has taken a critical step forward with the release of its Final Report on the Draft…
We believe adaptation efforts are not just necessary for resilience but are also key to unlocking economic opportunities Uganda’s ascent to co-chairmanship of the Coalition of Finance Ministers for Climate Action marks a significant milestone in its evolving role within…
Pioneering Sustainable Finance for Smallholder Farmers and Agribusinesses This week, Publicist East Africa proudly features Mona Muguma Ssebuliba, Chief Executive Officer of aBi Finance Limited, as our Captain of Industry a leader who is proving that financial innovation, when anchored…
Uganda’s merchandise export earnings witnessed a remarkable upswing in February 2025, climbing by 32.3% compared to the same period the previous year. Data from the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development‘s March 2025 Performance of the Economy Report reveals…
Stanbic Bank, the anchor subsidiary of Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited (SUHL), hosted an inaugural financial literacy session recently for senior administrators of primary, secondary, and vocational schools in the Kampala Metropolitan Area. The event took place at Hotel Africana, in…
In Uganda, health insurance is still something many associate with the privileged few, a luxury service wrapped in paperwork, unfamiliar jargon, and hefty upfront payments. But a quiet shift is taking place. And leading that change is a new partnership…
The Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development has announced the release of funds for the fourth quarter (Q4) of the 2024/25 financial year, alongside a positive outlook on Uganda’s economic performance. The press statement, delivered by Permanent Secretary Ramathan…
Uganda has secured €85 million (approximately UGX 340 billion) in development aid from France to significantly improve both water infrastructure and broader urban development in the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area (GKMA), Finance Minister Matia Kasaija announced Wednesday. The loans, signed…
As the Easter season approaches, Flexipay by Stanbic Bank has announced a new promotional campaign offering users the chance to win UGX 500,000 when they receive money from relatives abroad. From April 7 to June 30, 2025, customers using Flexipay’s…
As the world continues to commemorate Women’s Month this March, MTN Uganda’s General Manager of the Enterprise Business Unit, Ibrahim Senyonga, paid a courtesy visit to the Chief Executive of Stanbic Business Incubator, Catherine Poran. The visit was a gesture…
Uganda’s banking sector is on the brink of a transformative moment as Centenary Bank, one of the country’s leading financial institutions, prepares to list up to 10% of its shares on the Uganda Securities Exchange (USE). This move marks a…
As Chair, Zubairu will drive collaborative growth by strengthening partnerships among member institutions, African governments, and global agencies to build a robust financial architecture The Alliance of African Multilateral Financial Institutions (AAMFI), also known as the Africa Club, has announced…
Afreximbank Advocates for Increased Local Participation in Guyana’s Oil Value Chain In a landmark announcement at the Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo, Prof. Benedict Oramah, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the African Export-Import Bank…