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    Africa’s Fintech Leaders Convene in Kigali as I&M Bank Champions Trust, Innovation in Digital Finance

    Brian EmorutBusiness & MarketsCompany NewsMarch 15, 2026March 15, 2026

    The Inclusive FinTech Forum 2026 was held at the Kigali Convention Centre, from March 10-12, drawing global attention to Africa’s rapidly evolving digital finance landscape. The three-day forum brought together…

    I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series Returns to Entebbe with Innovative Format and High-Stakes Rewards

    Brian EmorutBanking & Financial ServicesCompany NewsMarch 13, 2026March 13, 2026

    After a short break, the I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series will officially tee off the 2026 season this Saturday, March 14, at Entebbe Club’s par-71 golf course. The new season,…

    UK Scholarships Unit Head Visits Uganda to Strengthen Chevening and Commonwealth Education Partnerships

    Brian EmorutNews & AnalysisMarch 13, 2026March 13, 2026

    The Head of the UK Scholarships Unit, Dr Emma Hennessey, has concluded a high-impact visit to Uganda aimed at strengthening partnerships that underpin the Chevening and Commonwealth Scholarship programmes, and…

    Africa Loses Over $10 Billion to Breast Cancer as Experts Call for Strategic Investment in Women’s Health

    Brian EmorutGlobal NewsNews & AnalysisMarch 12, 2026March 12, 2026

    Investing strategically in the health of Africa’s women will unlock billions of dollars in economic growth, save lives, and strengthen communities, according to speakers at Africa Press Day, held in…

    Rhinos Return to Ajai After 40 Years, Opening New Tourism Frontier in West Nile

    Brian EmorutHospitality & TourismMarch 11, 2026March 11, 2026

    Uganda has taken a major step in restoring its wildlife heritage after relocating rhinos to Ajai Wildlife Reserve in the West Nile sub-region for the first time in more than…

    Could Museveni’s Election as EAC Chair Renew Push for Accelerated East African Integration?

    Brian EmorutLeadership & GovernancePolitics & GovermentThe Big StoryMarch 11, 2026March 11, 2026

    President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s election as chairperson of the East African Community (EAC) Summit of Heads of State could revive efforts to accelerate regional integration at a time when trade…

    Rajiv Ruparelia Legacy Lives On in UGX 1.7 Billion Bukedea Eye Camp for 2,000 Patients by Ruparelia Foundation & Partners

    Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisMarch 11, 2026March 11, 2026

    The spirit of service that defined the late Rajiv Ruparelia is set to restore sight and hope to thousands of Ugandans as the Ruparelia Foundation launches a major medical outreach…

    Inside Uganda’s Gorilla Permit System: Where Does a Gorilla Permit Shilling Go?

    Brian EmorutHospitality & TourismNews & AnalysisMarch 9, 2026March 9, 2026

    In October 2025, eleven officials from the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) were charged before the Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala for allegedly defrauding the government of more than Shs 9.3 billion…

    Telling the Stories That Matter: Why Women’s Voices Must Be Seen, Heard and Celebrated

    Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisMarch 8, 2026March 8, 2026

    As the world marks International Women’s Day, conversations around women’s leadership, visibility and economic participation are gaining renewed attention. But beyond policies and programmes, one powerful force continues to shape…

    I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series returns with Shs 796m boost and an exciting new format

    Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisMarch 5, 2026March 5, 2026

    The fourth edition of the I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series was officially launched today- Tuesday, March 3rd, at a press briefing held at the I&M Bank head office at Kingdom…

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