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Ali Monzer appointed MTN Rwanda’s new CEO after spending a year in South Sudan

Paul MurungiCompany NewsEast AfricaNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryMarch 22, 2025March 22, 2025

 Ali Monzer, a seasoned telecommunications professional has been appointed the new Chief Executive Officer of MTN Rwanda.  He replaces Ms. Mapula Bodipe, a South African national who has been holding…

Airtel to double investment in its data segment

Paul MurungiCompany NewsGlobal NewsNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryMarch 22, 2025March 25, 2025

Airtel’s Managing Director, Mr Soumendra Sahu has confirmed a plan to double Airtel’s investment in data, which will be a key priority this year and beyond, as the telco maintains…

Colin Asiimwe Returns as Head of Marketing at MultiChoice Uganda

Muhereza KyamuteteraCompany NewsThe Big StoryMarch 21, 2025March 21, 2025

Colin Asiimwe is back at MultiChoice Uganda as the Head of Marketing, overseeing the DStv, GOtv, Showmax, and Pearl Magic brands. Asiimwe previously worked with MultiChoice before leaving the business….

UBL’S Elizabeth Mutamuliza Appointed as Marketing Manager – Beer

Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisSponsored ContentMarch 20, 2025March 20, 2025

Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) has confirmed the appointment of Elizabeth Mutamuliza as the Marketing Manager—Beer, a role in which she will oversee the strategic growth and execution of UBL’s entire…

Uganda Airlines launches new route to London amidst questions on profitability

CEO East Africa MagazineCompany NewsEast AfricaGlobal NewsNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryMarch 20, 2025March 20, 2025

Uganda Airlines has officially launched direct flights to London, United Kingdom. The airline will fly four times a week using the Airbus A330-800neo.  Ms Jennifer Bamuturaki, the Uganda Airlines CEO…

UEDCL absorbs 90 percent of Umeme staff, seeks more UGX 1.3 trillion to stabilise power sector 

Paul MurungiCompany NewsEast AfricaNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryMarch 19, 2025March 20, 2025

The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has absorbed an estimated 2,200 of Umeme staff, out of the 2,400 staff that the private power distributor holds currently.  UEDCL Managing Director,…

Crown Beverages Limited Expands Sustainable Waste Management Initiatives on Global Recycling Day

Brian EmorutCompany NewsSponsored ContentMarch 19, 2025March 19, 2025

Crown Beverages Limited (CBL), the authorized bottler of PepsiCo beverages in Uganda, in strategic partnership with WastePays and with the support of PepsiCo Sub-Saharan Africa, is significantly expanding its commitment…

P&B and Fairway Zokka teams shine as I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series returns for 2025 season

Brian EmorutCompany NewsSponsored ContentMarch 18, 2025March 18, 2025

Team P&B, comprising of Bob Matisiko and Peter Atwine, and Fairway Zokka, comprising of Edith Wamala and Suzan Achieng, emerged as the overall winners in the men’s and women’s categories,…

Key Business Takeaways from the Ruling in Vantage Mezzanine Fund II Partnership v & 5 Others (2025).

Muhereza KyamuteteraCompany NewsNews & AnalysisMarch 17, 2025March 17, 2025

This ruling presents several important themes relevant to business, finance, and corporate governance. Here are the key takeaways: 1. The Case Revolved Around a High-Stakes Financial Dispute 2. The Issue…

Former Kobo360 CEO joins DOB Equity

Brian EmorutCompany NewsSponsored ContentMarch 16, 2025March 16, 2025

East African investment firm DOB Equity has announced the appointment of Cikü Mugambi as its new investment director. Mugambi brings 15 years of investment and operational experience across Africa, with a strong…