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Gov’t of Uganda secures UGX640 bn loan from Citi, ATIDI and Dev’t Bank of Southern Africa for roads

Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryNovember 8, 2024November 9, 2024

Citi today announced a EUR 126 million loan to the Government of the Republic of Uganda to fund the design and build of the Lusalira to Sembabule road project in Uganda….

dfcu Bank’s Investment Club App Wins Gold at Qorus Reinvention Awards 2024 in Dubai

Brian EmorutBusiness & MarketsCompany NewsTechnology & InnovationThe Big StoryNovember 8, 2024November 8, 2024

dfcu Bank has earned international acclaim by winning the prestigious Gold Award in the Distribution category at the Qorus Reinvention Awards—MEA 2024 in Dubai. Recognized among nearly 700 entries worldwide,…

NSSF Triumphs with Gold at 2024 FiRe Awards for Excellence in Financial Reporting

Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryNovember 7, 2024November 7, 2024

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has once again proven its commitment to transparency and high standards in financial reporting, winning the coveted Gold Award at the 2024 Financial Reporting…

I&M Bank Introduces a New Era of Digital Banking with the Launch of the Express Go Account Offering Free Bank-to-Wallet Transfers

Brian EmorutBanking & Financial ServicesCompany NewsNews & AnalysisTechnology & InnovationNovember 7, 2024November 7, 2024

I&M Bank Uganda is making significant strides in digital banking with the launch of its Express Go Digital Account, designed to provide affordable and convenient banking solutions for its customers….

Equity Bank boosts the 4th Annual Equity NARO Open with UGX 175 million sponsorship

Paul MurungiCompany NewsNovember 7, 2024November 7, 2024

Equity Bank Uganda has launched the 4th Annual Equity NARO Open with UGX 175 million package to the Namulonge Club. As a proud sponsor of this year’s golf tournament which…

MTN Mobile Money: Bridging the gap between Ugandans and financial services

Jemima Kariuki-NjugunaCompany NewsThought LeadershipNovember 6, 2024November 6, 2024

Uganda is embracing the digital age, and the fintech sector is growing rapidly, transforming how people access financial services. At the forefront of this change is MTN Mobile Money (U)…

How dfcu Bank’s support through the Best Farmers Competition is empowering youth-led agriculture like KALF

Brian EmorutAgriculture & Agro-industryBanking & Financial ServicesCompany NewsNews & AnalysisNovember 6, 2024November 6, 2024

Muhawiyah Mukasa, a standout winner of the 2023 Best Farmers Competition, is redefining rabbit farming and dragon fruit cultivation in Uganda on his farm, Kapeeka Agro and Livestock Farm (KALF)….

Ugandan Private Sector Growth Persists Despite Rising Costs — Shows Stanbic PMI

Brian EmorutBusiness & MarketsCompany NewsThe Big StoryNovember 6, 2024November 6, 2024

Uganda’s private sector continued its growth trajectory in October, marking the seventh consecutive month of expansion according to the latest Stanbic Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI). Although the PMI fell slightly…

Johnnie Walker Launches First-Ever Gifting Studio in Bugolobi to Kickstart the 2024 Festive Season Campaign

Brian EmorutCompany NewsLifestyleNews & AnalysisThe Executive TravelerNovember 3, 2024November 3, 2024

Johnnie Walker Uganda has launched its 2024 Gifting Campaign, “The Gift of Big Flavor,” with an exclusive opening of its first-ever Gifting Studio at Village Mall in Bugolobi. The studio,…

I&M Bank Uganda Extends Community Support to Kampala School for the Physically Handicapped, Uganda Cancer Institute, and other communities

Brian EmorutCompany NewsThe Big StoryNovember 3, 2024November 3, 2024

I&M Bank recently provided much-needed support to several institutions across Uganda. As part of their 50th anniversary celebrations, I&M Bank pledged ongoing support for communities throughout the year, emphasizing their…