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…
Absa Bank Uganda is redefining what leadership looks like at the board level, with the appointment of two strategic heavyweights, Gloria Evelyn Byamugisha and Hassan Saleh, as Non-Executive Directors. This isn’t just routine board renewal. It’s a signal that Absa…
As Uganda Airlines Flight UR111 touched down from London Gatwick at Entebbe International Airport this week, it carried more than just passengers. On the flight deck, First Officer Vanita Kayiwa, a name synonymous with quiet strength and groundbreaking achievement, embodies…
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…
Uganda’s tourism sector is soaring to new heights, driving a significant surge in passenger traffic at Entebbe International Airport (EIA) and forging groundbreaking international partnerships. At a time when the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) is reporting an increase in…
For decades, the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), under the leadership of Fred Bamwesigye as the Director General, stood as a symbol of national pride, driving remarkable growth in regional aviation. It spearheaded record passenger numbers, modernised infrastructure, and cemented…
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…
Uganda’s ambitious ‘Tenfold Growth Strategy’ received a huge boost after the government announced the release of the first tranche of Shs170 billion from the World Bank, earmarked to revolutionise the country’s manufacturing and export value chains through the newly operationalised INVITE…
Centenary Bank on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, launched its Interswitch Quickteller Agent Service, in a landmark move set to redefine financial accessibility across Uganda. This strategic partnership, unveiled at a high-profile ceremony at the Centenary Bank headquarters in Kampala, marks…
Uganda’s promising oil and gas sector is urging its local businesses to unite and innovate through joint ventures, recognising this as a critical strategy to unlock their full potential and secure lucrative contracts in the highly competitive industry. This call…
In a strategic move poised to significantly sharpen its competitive edge and expand market footprint within Uganda’s banking sector, Bank of Baroda Uganda has announced the appointment of Mr. Deepak Kumar Mishra as its new Executive Director to the Board,…
Africa’s agricultural sector stands at a pivotal juncture, recognised not merely as a cornerstone of its economies but as the central engine for future prosperity. This was the resounding message from the recent Africa Unlocked conference in Cape Town, South…