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    From Classroom to Cultivation: Judith Bakirya’s rise as a leader in Uganda’s herbal medicine Industry

    Brian EmorutAgriculture & Agro-industrySponsored ContentJune 9, 2025June 9, 2025

    When Judith Bakirya left her job as a high school teacher at just 35, few could have predicted that she would become one of Uganda’s most innovative voices in herbal…

    Ugandan Students Excel at 2025 VEX World Robotics Championship

    Brian EmorutSponsored ContentTechnology & InnovationJune 6, 2025June 6, 2025

    Uganda’s young robotics innovators have returned home in triumph after excelling at the 2025 VEX World Robotics Championship, where they competed against more than 800 teams from around the world. The team…

    Housing Finance Bank Earns National Recognition for Advancing Agriculture and Small Business Recovery.

    Brian EmorutBanking & Financial ServicesSponsored ContentMay 31, 2025May 31, 2025

    Housing Finance Bank received two prestigious national awards in recognition of its pivotal role in strengthening Uganda’s economic resilience. The Bank was honored by Bank of Uganda with the Agricultural…

    dfcu Foundation Debuts with a Mandate to Empower SMEs, Women, and Youth in Agriculture and Enterprise Development.

    Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisSponsored ContentMay 31, 2025May 31, 2025

    dfcu Bank has officially launched the dfcu Foundation in Mbarara district, a rebrand of the Agribusiness Development Centre (ADC) under the theme ‘’A New Name, A Renewed Commitment’’. The launch…

    Airtel Uganda Continues Nationwide Network Expansion to Improve Connectivity in Underserved Regions

    Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisSponsored ContentMay 31, 2025May 31, 2025

    Airtel Uganda, a leading telecommunications provider in Uganda, continues its nationwide network expansion to improve connectivity in underserved regions. The telecommunications service provider has successfully commissioned numerous new network sites…

    Fundación Xcalibur, Real Madrid Foundation and I&M Bank fly in Real Madrid coach to facilitate high-impact training course at Naguru Social Sports School

    Brian EmorutBanking & Financial ServicesSponsored ContentMay 31, 2025May 31, 2025

    Fundación Xcalibur, Real Madrid Foundation and I&M Bank Uganda came together to create a high-impact milestone in youth development, after flying in Real Madrid coach to facilitate high-impact training course…

    Housing Finance Bank Powers a Smart Start to Back-to-School Season.

    Brian EmorutNews & AnalysisSponsored ContentMay 27, 2025May 27, 2025

    As the new school term approaches, Housing Finance Bank is offering timely support to parents, guardians, and school administrators with tailored financial solutions designed to ease the expenses of the…

    Executive Watch: Martin Mugisha joins the PostBank Board as Executive Director Operations

    Brian EmorutBanking & Financial ServicesSponsored ContentMay 26, 2025May 26, 2025

    PostBank Uganda is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Martin Mugisha as Executive Director Operations. Mr. Mugisha, who has until recently been the Chief Credit Officer at PostBank Uganda,…

    I&M Bank introduces Musaala Boost loan to support salaried customers

    Brian EmorutBanking & Financial ServicesBusiness & MarketsSponsored ContentMay 21, 2025May 21, 2025

    On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, I&M Bank Uganda launched Musaala Boost, a short-term loan facility designed for customers who receive their salary through the bank. The Musaala Boost campaign will…

    Stanbic Bank’s Agutamba named Chairman of UBA Peer Committee on Communication

    Brian EmorutNews & AnalysisSponsored ContentMay 16, 2025May 16, 2025

    The Uganda Bankers Association (UBA) has named Stanbic Bank Uganda’s Country Manager for Reputation and Corporate communication as the new Chairperson of the Peer Committee on Marketing and Communication, succeeding…

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