Muhereza Kyamutetera is the Executive Editor of CEO East Africa Magazine. I am a travel enthusiast and the Experiences & Destinations Marketing Manager at EDXTravel. Extremely Ugandaholic. Ask me about #1000Reasons2ExploreUganda and how to Take Your Place In The African Sun.
Candid and compelling, Amani unpacks the philosophy behind #TheZeusWay—a relentless commitment to speed, quality, and consistency—and reflects on what it takes to lead Gen Z creatives, earn client trust, and stay sane in a high-pressure, fast-turnaround industry. He also doesn’t shy away from calling out client-agency dynamics, Uganda’s work ethic culture, and the myths surrounding Gen Z entitlement and success. Part of our MadMen of Uganda feature series, this interview is a powerful reminder that today’s new-age agency leaders are not just designers or strategists—they’re builders, mentors, and bold challengers of convention. Curiously, on many of your platforms—from LinkedIn to…
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Pearl Bank’s transition from PostBank marks the culmination of a five-year transformation journey—one that has modernised its operations, expanded its national footprint, and positioned the institution as a digital-first champion of financial inclusion in Uganda, as the CEO East Africa Magazine, Muhereza Kyamutetera, writes. The Bank of Uganda (BoU) has applauded Pearl Bank Uganda Limited for its seamless transition from PostBank, following a courtesy visit by Managing Director & CEO Julius Kakeeto to Governor Dr Michael Atingi-Ego. The courtesy meeting at BoU featured a symbolic handover of Pearl Bank’s operating license—originally issued earlier on 10th September 2025—marking yet another key…
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At Letshego Uganda, improving lives has never been limited to our customers; it begins with our people. For 20 years, they have nurtured talent, unlocked potential and built a culture where careers flourish as the organisation thrives. Global consulting leader McKinsey & Company reinforces this belief: “The single biggest driver of business performance is the ability to unlock the potential of your people.” Letshego’s commitment to growth is reflected in a broad range of development channels: from structured mentorship and in-house knowledge transfer to leadership programs, cross-functional mobility, and digital learning platforms like Udemy Business. These tools ensure that whether…
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When Uganda’s Centenary Group and the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Lilongwe acquired MyBucks Banking Corporation in Malawi in October 2022 and fully rebranded it to Centenary Bank Limited, Malawi, it was a struggling institution. Turning around the institution required not just capital injection, but disciplined leadership, strategic clarity, and deep experience in financial sector transformation. Centenary Group, the majority shareholder, naturally turned to one of their own — CPA Godfrey Byekwaso, FCCA, MBA, a rising professional who for nearly 11 years served as the General Manager Finance (CFO) at Centenary Bank Uganda, the Group’s flagship subsidiary and Uganda’s second-largest bank….
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When the ballroom lights rose at Golf Course Hotel Kampala during the 2025 Silverback Awards, one agency dominated the stage, the conversation, and eventually the headlines. MAAD McCann, already regarded as one of Uganda’s most versatile creative powerhouses, delivered a sweeping performance that placed it unmistakably at the pinnacle of the region’s advertising and marketing industry. The agency walked away with the prestigious Agency of the Year title, major category wins, key craft recognitions, and individual honours that underscored both its internal talent and its formidable approach to creative problem-solving. But behind the public celebration lies a deeper story—one powered…
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Less than a year after Standard Chartered announced its plan to exit its Wealth and Retail Business (WRB) segment, the long-anticipated transfer to Absa Uganda has entered a decisive phase. On 24 October, Absa confirmed that it would acquire Standard Chartered’s entire WRB portfolio, including clients, staff, deposits, and assets. It is one of the most significant realignments in Uganda’s banking sector in recent years. The deal has now moved to the COMESA Competition Commission (CCC), which on 18 November issued a formal Notice of Inquiry. The inquiry will evaluate whether the transaction could reduce competition in the COMESA region…
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Uganda’s petroleum sector has recorded a major milestone with new assessments showing a rise in recoverable oil resources from 1.4 billion to 1.65 billion barrels. The announcement was made by…
Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has launched a sweeping enforcement campaign requiring all Ugandan tax residents with foreign bank accounts, property, or investments to immediately declare their worldwide income and assets, according to a new Tax Alert on Global Income Declaration issued by Grant Thornton. The development follows Uganda’s implementation of the Convention on Mutual Administrative Assistance in Tax Matters (MAAC), which now allows URA to automatically receive financial data on Ugandan residents from more than 125 countries. These jurisdictions include Mauritius, the Cayman Islands, Jersey, US, UK and India. With this global information-sharing system in place, Ugandans with undisclosed…
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Insolvency is one of the most misunderstood phases of the business cycle. In Uganda—where entrepreneurs are celebrated for their resilience and ingenuity—it is also one of the most stigmatised. But…
Stanbic Bank Uganda has launched a powerful new brand campaign—Keep Growing—positioned as both a celebration of Uganda’s resilience and a reaffirmation of the bank’s role in powering the nation’s long-term…
