In a financial sector often driven by balance sheets and bottom lines, Joseph Mugume has spent 25 years proving that sustainable growth begins with people. As Chief Executive Officer of...
As schools across Uganda reopen for the first term of the academic year, dfcu Bank has rolled out a nationwide back-to-school campaign aimed at easing the heavy financial burden that...
If ESG were a person, at Letshego Uganda, he/she would not be seated in a boardroom quoting frameworks. It would be on the road, on the phone, and occasionally on…
Eri Ssebowa is a seasoned finance and accounting professional with over nine years of progressive experience in strategic financial management, business partnering, financial reporting, and performance management across the banking,…
Following a reputational and financially bruising fraud scandal — in which the brewer estimates to have lost about UGX 9 billion — and the subsequent exit of its Heads of…
Regardless of the tough period, Cedric has held steady, growing the business to 18 stores in 6 towns—the largest pharmacy chain in the country today and growing. Cedric sat down with CEO East Africa’s Muhereza Kyamutetera and shared his experience and building a more resilient business for the future. How would you describe Guardian Health’s Corporate Purpose? Why do you exist? Our Corporate Purpose is espoused in our vision, mission, values and core objectives. Our vision is to become Uganda’s neighbourhood pharmacy of choice. We will do this by, providing quality pharmaceutical care aimed at improving health, well-being and quality…
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Early this week, PATH Africa region announced the appointment and promotion of Nelly Muindi as their Human Resource Director. Based in Kenya, Nelly will oversee all HR functions and strategy in the region, in support of PATH’s priorities. With over 10 years of experience in HR, she previously worked as the company’s HR Business Partner for Eastern Africa since 2019 when she joined. In her new role, Nelly will work with the HR leads in Africa to ensure alignment on talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, global mobility, compliance, learning, development, and organizational design. She will also be responsible for creating a…
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With 58 years of business excellence under their belt since 1964, Uganda Baati has continued the journey of nurturing their stakeholders. In a two-day conference that was held at Speke Resort Munyonyo, Uganda Baati has utilized this annual event to groom the company’s dealers who majorly include hardware owners and entrepreneurs that are majorly retailers of their products. According to George Arodi the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Head of Business at Uganda Baati, these teams of dealers who are spread out countrywide comprise about 60% of the company’s sales. “Uganda Baati is the largest metal company in Uganda and…
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Airtel Uganda one of two of Uganda’s lead telecommunications companies has appointed 4 female executives to key positions in its product portfolios. In the appointments announced today, Ms Jacqueline Kyomuhendo has been appointed the Head of Voice, Ms. Noela Byuma, has been appointed the Head, of Brand Marketing and Communications and Ms Joweria Nabakka has been appointed to head the Airtel Data and Devices portfolio. Ms Connie Nankya, previously at Movit Uganda Limited, has joined their Airtel Money business as Head of Marketing. As head of Voice, Jacqueline will be in charge of the bucket that contributes over 50% of…
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Kagwirawo Sports Betting has today the 15th of July 2022 launched its exciting and thrilling Free Bet Promo aimed to kick start the new premier season in style. In this new promo, Kagwirawo will be giving out a free bet to every punter who places 3 bets in a day. According to Chris Mabonga, the Manager Operations, all punters shall be awarded with a free bet if they manage to place 3 bets in a day. The Free bet promotion shall be available on all Kagwirawo’s betting platforms like the website, USSD and the APP. Speaking ahead of the launch,…
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fireworks Advertising, an advertising agency with expertise in communication, sales, and marketing advisory services was among the exhibitors who were awarded with a certificate of participation at the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) Business Expo 2022 held recently at Kololo Independence Grounds. The agency fireworks Advertising was applauded for its creative support during the exposition. At the Expo, the agency showcased past projects executed including NSSF’s Friends with Benefits, Sting product refreshing promo, and Centenary Bank’s Supa Woman campaign among others. While visiting the fireworks Advertising stall at the just concluded 2022 PPDA Expo, Dr. Margaret…
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TotalEnergies EP Uganda has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable development initiatives through the signing of four (4) agreements aimed at enhancing road safety, cultural heritage and biodiversity conservation in the Albertine region. The company signed the following agreements with implementing partners: 1. Safe Way Right Way (SWRW) for road safety initiatives in schools; 2. Cross Cultural Foundation Uganda (CCFU) for the implementation of a cultural dialogue and heritage programme; 3. Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) to support UWA law enforcement activities in the MFNP park; and 4. Chimpanzee Sanctuary and Wildlife Conservation Trust (CSWT) to promote community, education and awareness around…
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Standard Chartered Bank Uganda held a thought leadership event to discuss business immersion in Sustainable Trade Finance for over 100 corporate and SME business leaders at Sheraton Hotel. The Sustainable Trade Finance Event and the Straight2Ban Next Gen platform launch were presided over by David Bahati, Minister of State for Trade, Industry and Co-operatives and Joyce Nabbosa Ssebugwawo the State Minister for ICT and National Guidance, respectively. The Standard Chartered Bank Business immersion on Sustainable Trade Finance event flagged off the evening by drawing the attention of all stakeholders to the urgency to flatten the curve of greenhouse gas emissions and bring…
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Standard Chartered Uganda has appointed Sanjay Rughani as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Prior to the appointment, Sanjay was the CEO of Standard Charted Bank in Tanzania. In his role, he is credited with enhancing business performance, building and optimising human capital, championing responsible business and sustainability, driving digital integration and innovation and being a force for go for national and global prosperity. Sanjay has enjoyed a stellar career having joined Standard Chartered Bank Tanzania In 1999 as Manager, Business Finance and Support, where he served until 2001 when he took up the role of Regional Finance Manager Africa on…
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The sixth season of the Singleton Match-Play Challenge climaxed with a bang at the Entebbe Cricket grounds on Saturday. The organisers stopped at nothing to ensure ‘The Night in the Oscars’ themed event lived up to the billing of the historical Oscars event they benchmarked. The golfers who are known to enjoy rocking their t-shirts, shorts and caps, adhered to the black tie dress code; and they surely looked amazing. The day teed off with subsidiary rounds of golf, and later the final match-play battle for the championship between Patrick Ndase with partner Philemon Akatuhurira, taking on Joram Tumwine and…
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