The appointment of Joshua Oigara as the new Chief Executive Officer of Stanbic Holdings Plc, effective March 1, 2026, is more than a standard executive transition. It is a strategic ‘double-down’ by the Standard Bank Group on the East African…
The banking sector in Uganda remains robust and highly resilient despite prevailing global economic volatility, according to Mr. Michael Atingi-Ego, Governor of the Bank of Uganda (BoU). Following an engagement this week with the Uganda Bankers’ Association (UBA), the Governor…
The 3rd Annual National Microfinance and Savings Groups Conference 2025 concluded with a strong consensus on the need to accelerate digitisation to achieve deeper financial inclusion in Uganda. At the heart of the dialogue, Stanbic Bank Uganda CEO Kenneth Mumba…
Standard Bank Group, Africa’s largest financial institution by assets, officially inaugurated its Representative Office in Egypt at a high-profile event held at the iconic Pyramids of Giza a few days ago. This strategic expansion is a pivotal move to significantly…
Mobile Money (MoMo by MTN) is reaffirming its role as a key driver of financial inclusion in Uganda, leveraging cutting-edge digital innovations to connect the unbanked and empower entrepreneurs. The company’s commitment was highlighted at the 3rd Annual National Microfinance…
Uganda’s financial sector is taking a decisive stand against the escalating threat of economic crime, recognising that the battle must be fought on two separate fronts: the enduring challenges of traditional fraud and the rapidly evolving complexities of the digital…
Uganda has taken a significant stride toward aligning its economic ambitions with global climate goals. The Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, in a landmark partnership with the World Bank, European Union, Stanbic Bank, and other key international and…
Uganda’s economic transformation is being built not in boardrooms, but in high school science labs and innovation hubs. The 10th anniversary of the Stanbic National Schools Championship grand finale held today in Kampala showcased a new generation of young innovators…
Stanbic Uganda has released its half-year financial results for 2025, revealing a robust performance that not only underscores its market leadership but also its direct role in driving Uganda’s economic growth and empowering key demographics. The bank’s strong commercial success…
In a critical era defined by escalating climate challenges, proactive measures are more vital than ever. Recognising the urgent need to address environmental degradation in Uganda, Stanbic Bank Uganda has stepped forward by injecting Shs10 million into this year’s Run4Climate Marathon. This…
Stanbic Bank, through its business development initiative, the Stanbic Business Incubator, headed by Catherine A. Poran, as Chief Executive, has partnered with the German development agency GIZ to empower women investing in Green Agribusiness. The partnership, which is part of…
The Stanbic Business Incubator, a subsidiary of Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited (SUHL), has graduated 48 entrepreneurs after several months of rigorous training, mentorship, and coaching. The incubator was launched in April last year, offering two programs: the Stanbic Accelerator Programme…
In an era defined by rapid digital transformation and increasing public scrutiny, the power of effective communication has never been more critical for the banking sector. This pressing need has been squarely addressed by the Uganda Bankers Association (UBA), which…
The construction of Uganda’s oil refinery is set to be a game-changer for the country’s economy, with a macro-economic study by Stanbic Bank revealing that it will add over US$3.3 billion (about Shs 12.53 trillion) to the country’s gross domestic…
Stanbic Business Incubator Limited (SBIL), a subsidiary of Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited (SUHL), under the management of Ms. Catherine Poran as Chief Executive, will conduct a graduation ceremony for the 2024 cohort of SMEs under two capacity building programs; Stanbic…