Jonathan N. Lubwama

Jonathan is the Senior Tech, Startups and Venture Capital Reporter at CEO East Africa.

25 Movers and Shakers in East Africa’s Private Equity and Venture Capital Markets

Uganda recently held the 8th annual East Africa Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (EAVCA) Private Capital Conference at the swanky lakeside Speke Resort Convention Centre in Munyonyo under the theme “Adaptation

June 27, 2024

by Jonathan N. Lubwama

Rwanda Has Extended its Import Tax Exemptions on Electric Vehicles to 2025.

The Rwandan government has renewed its commitment to promoting electric mobility by extending the zero-rated import duty on electric and hybrid vehicles until the end of the fiscal year 2024/25. This decision, announced by the Ministry of Finance and Economic

August 7, 2024

by Jonathan N. Lubwama

How Dr. Denis Ngabirano Built Sumz into a Multi-Billion Snacks Giant.

On a trip to any supermarket in Kampala, one will be met with aisles of snacks

Meet the Oppenheimers, Africa’s Third Richest Family, Who Own a 75% Stake in Uganda’s Hariss International, Makers of Riham Brands.

In October 2022, CEO East Africa broke the story of how one of Africa’s wealthiest families,

Adrian Cliffe Mubangizi, the Global Head of Compliance at The Bolder Group.

Ugandans Excelling Abroad: Meet Adrian Cliffe Mubanginzi, a Global Corporate Lawyer in the British Virgin Islands

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January 31, 2025

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Ugandans Excelling Abroad: Meet Gloria Evelyn Byamugisha, the Group Chief Human Resource Officer at Dangote Cement PLC.

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January 31, 2025

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Meet the New Owners: Who are Alterra Capital Partners and Phatisa Who Bought Java House?

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January 31, 2025

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Building Wealth; Five Ugandan Entrepreneurs Democratizing Access to Investments.

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January 31, 2025

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Transforming Africa into an Economic and Intellectual Powerhouse: Meet Peter Kagunye, the Edupreneur Behind the Cavendish University Brand.

The global job marketplace needs constantly evolve, yet tertiary education isn’t revolving as fast. However, across Africa, private investors have emerged to fill this void. One of Africa’s more prominent investors in

January 26, 2025

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We Are Going to Build Uganda’s First Unicorn. – Easy Ride CEO

The insurance sector in Africa, particularly in Uganda, presents a remarkable opportunity for growth and innovation. With a penetration rate of only 0.85% in Uganda and under 3% across the continent, the

January 17, 2025

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Which Ugandan Startups Have Been Involved in Acquisitions?

In the African startup ecosystem, acquisitions are rare. This is true for nascent ecosystems, and Uganda is no exception. An acquisition happens when one company, typically larger and more established, purchases another,

January 15, 2025

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Ugandan Startups Raise USD 19M in 2024.

Ugandan startups raised $19m in 2024, bouncing back from the lowly $4.8m that they raised in 2023 as per Africa: The Big Deal database. Africa: The Big Deal database is a database

January 15, 2025

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After Raising a $30M Series B, Fido Credit Sets its Sights on Tackling Uganda’s Credit Gap.

According to the International Financial Centre (IFC), Africa has a credit gap of $330 billion. Some estimates put this figure as high as $800 billion. Due to low banking penetration, many Africans

September 13, 2024

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L-R (Joseph Ogwal, Ronald Katamba, Jean Paul Nageri, Sserubiri Uhuru and Naika Julius.

Five Startup Founders That Are Digitizing and Improving Efficiency of Uganda’s Agricultural Sector.

Agriculture is a cornerstone of Uganda’s economy, significantly influencing both employment and GDP. The sector employs approximately 70% of the population, with estimates suggesting that up to 72% of the workforce is

September 13, 2024

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