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…
The exemptions, granted under Section 40(1) of the Tax Procedures Code Act, 2014 were based on financial hardships and the strategic importance of the entities to economic development Parliament has approved tax waivers of over Shs9.5 billion for selected local…
In a significant milestone for ethical finance, Centenary Bank, Uganda’s leading microfinance institution, has announced that it will host the 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV). The event, scheduled to take place…
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has approved over $31 million in funding under its African Climate Action Window (CAW) to strengthen climate resilience in Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Djibouti, and Madagascar. The Climate Action Window…
Uganda’s coffee industry has once again proven its power as a major economic engine. In December 2024, the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries (MAAIF) reported an impressive surge in coffee export revenues, reaching USD 115.02 million—up from USD…
The race for the presidency of the African Development Bank (AfDB) is heating up, with five candidates vying for the top position. As the election approaches in May 2025, the contest is shaping up to be a diplomatic and strategic…
Prof. Benedict Oramah and a high-level Afreximbank delegation met with H.E. William Ruto of Kenya during his state visit to Cairo, Egypt, to strengthen financial cooperation and advance Africa’s economic integration. The discussions highlighted the critical role of African financial…
Uganda’s telecom industry is set to undergo a significant transformation in 2025, driven by emerging technologies and evolving customer demands. Speaking during a media roundtable at MTN Uganda headquarters in Kampala, MTN Uganda Chief Executive Officer, Sylvia Mulinge, said key…
Airtel Africa, a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services across Africa, has announced strong financial results for the nine months ending December 2024. Mobile services revenue grew by 11.4% to $1,367 million compared to the same period in…
East African Breweries Limited (EABL) announced a 20% surge in profit after tax to KSh 8.1 billion in the first half of 2024, compared to KSh 6.8 billion in the same period last year. This growth was primarily driven by…
Equity Bank Uganda has announced the appointment of Mr. Gift Shoko as its new Managing Director, subject to regulatory approval. Mr. Shoko succeeds Mr. Anthony Kituuka who has stepped down from the role. Mr. Shoko brings over 26 years of…
Jubilee Life, a leading insurance provider in Uganda, today announced the launch of its innovative Jubilee Smart Save Plan. This new plan aims to empower Ugandans to prioritize long-term financial security by offering a flexible and secure savings solution. Raising…
KCB Bank Kenya has announced that it has secured a $95 million credit line from Proparco, a subsidiary of Agence Française de Développement (AFD) Group. The facility will be used to finance climate-related investment projects and empower women entrepreneurs in…
Kampala, Uganda – The Chief Executive of the Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited(SUHL), Francis Karuhanga has officially flagged off two innovative programs aimedat supporting businesses access finance, fostering economic growth within Uganda’sdynamic SME sector. Dubbed the Stanbic Accelerator Program (SAP) and…
As the global investment landscape continues to evolve, Africa stands at the forefront of emerging opportunities, poised for sustainable economic growth and development. Recently, the 7th Pensions Funds and Alternative Investments Conference provided a platform to delve into the continent’s…