In a significant development for Uganda’s growing fintech landscape, the Bank of Uganda (BoU) has formally approved the appointment of Doreen Rutazaana as a Director to the Board of Directors of Micropay (U) Limited. This regulatory green light, following an…
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…
Uganda’s tourism sector is set for a significant transformation following a high-level meeting where the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA), the European Union and over 20 global development partners convened to address critical challenges and chart a sustainable path forward. This…
Uganda’s energy and extractives sector is witnessing a transformative shift, driven by a cadre of exceptional women leaders strategically positioned across key government organisations. These powerful figures are not only steering national energy security and development but also championing inclusivity,…
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,…
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 diplomatic efforts to enhance air connectivity and bolster its thriving tourism sector. A high-level Ugandan delegation, led by the Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, Hon. Tom Butime, on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, engaged in a…
In a powerful declaration that will reshape the country’s digital landscape, MTN Uganda has unveiled its strategic evolution from a traditional telecommunications provider to a fully-fledged TechCo. This bold transformation, unveiled by Ibrahim Senyonga, MTN Uganda’s General Manager for Enterprise…
Stanbic Bank Uganda, under the leadership of Kenneth Mumba Kalifungwa as the Chief Executive Officer, has solidified its position as a superpower in the country’s booming financial sector, being crowned Uganda’s Best Bank and Best Investment Bank for 2025 at…
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 era where corporate strategy and national economic growth are inextricably linked, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has emerged from the shadows of the ledger to become the indispensable co-pilot to the CEO. This critical evolution was powerfully underscored…
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…
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…
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…