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...
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On Friday, May 31st, I&M Bank hosted two community-oriented health drives as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts. The drives are part of a streak of CSR initiatives the bank intends to engage in as lead up to the I&M@50 (Golden Jubilee) celebrations, set for June 28. At Kingdom Kampala, the I&M Bank main offices, the bank partnered with Wazi Vision, who conducted a complimentary eye check-up for the general public. The initiative aimed to provide free eye examinations and raise awareness about eye health among the community. I&M Bank CEO Robin Bairstow and the bank’s Executive Director, Sam Ntulume,…
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Equity Bank has pledged to continue its strong collaboration with the Church of Uganda and other religious groups for mutual benefit. Speaking at the Uganda Martyrs celebrations in Namugongo on Monday, Equity Bank Executive Director Elizabeth Mwerinde Kasedde expressed gratitude for the Church’s support and affirmed the bank’s commitment to working with the Church at all levels. The Church of Uganda Archbishop, Dr. Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu, presented a symbolic cheque to mark the completion of the credit repayment advanced by the bank for the construction of Janani Luwum Church House. Archbishop Kaziimba praised the strong relationship with Equity Bank and…
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ACIBADEM, a leading medical group in the private healthcare sector in Türkiye, inaugurated its first information office in Uganda, in Kampala, on Wednesday, May 29th, 2024. The office is located in Acacia Mall on Plot 14-18 Cooper Road. It is the 61st office worldwide. Established in 1991, ACIBADEM Healthcare Group has since grown to become one of Türkiye’s leading private health services providers. With a network of 24 hospitals, 15 outpatient clinics, a thematic university and many other service companies across Türkiye, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Serbia and The Netherlands, ACIBADEM offers a comprehensive range of medical services, from primary care to…
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Dr Sikander Lalani, Chairman Roofings group and Hon Evelyn Anite , Minister of state for Privatization and Investment launching the tree planting campaign at Roofings Rolling Mills on 31st May 2024 Roofings Group has today launched their tree planting campaign towards promoting environmental sustainability in Kampala Industrial Business Park. In collaboration with Uganda Investment Authority, Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development, and National Environment Management Authority, Roofings Group has today launched a Tree Planting initiative that aims to mitigate the environmental impact of the industries located in the business park. The launch event, held at Roofings Rolling Mills in…
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Equity Bank Uganda has been recognised and awarded for promoting financial education and inclusion by the Uganda Financial Literacy Association (UFLA), an umbrella body which unites stakeholders in the financial literacy field. The recognition of Equity’s contribution to advancing the national financial literacy agenda was made at the UFLA first anniversary celebration at Kampala Serena Hotel. Speaking at the event, Equity Bank Executive Director Elizabeth Mwerinde Kasedde said the Bank has been, and [is] dedicated to offering integrated financial services that socially and economically empower consumers, businesses, and communities. “Equity Bank targets the unbanked, financially excluded such as women, youth…
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FutureLink Technologies and gnuGrid CRB have launched Uganda’s first Savings and Credit Cooperative Organization (SACCO) Industry Dashboard and Credit Score. The innovative Dashboard allows SACCOs and Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) to refine their growth strategies and develop relevant financial products by utilising real-time industry data. Additionally, the SACCO Credit Score, created in partnership with gnuGrid CRB, streamlines the lending decision process for SACCOs and MFIs. At the launch, held on May 24th at Grand Global Hotel in Kampala, the Bank of Uganda Executive Director of Finance, Mr Richard Byarugaba note that, the SACCO Dashboard facilitates real-time industry comparison while ensuring data…
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dfcu Bank kicked off its customer engagement program this week with a customers’ dinner held at Hotel Triangle in Mbarara City. The initiative seeks to foster and cement meaningful connections with its clientele through a series of dynamic meaningful engagements aimed at propelling business growth. The engagements which started in Western Uganda, will be held countrywide, with emphasis on the districts where dfcu has physical presence. Speaking at the customers’ dinner, the dfcu Bank Chief Executive Officer, Charles Mudiwa noted that the engagements will incorporate a spectrum of activities designed to listen to, and gather customer feedback and to actively…
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MultiChoice Africa Holdings B.V and Uganda’s Ministry of ICT and National Guidance have announced a new cooperation agreement geared towards establishing stronger partnerships in digitalisation, enhancing the local content sector, intellectual property rights protection and skills development within the applicable legal frameworks. The signing ceremony took place in Johannesburg, South Africa – for purposes of technical facilities benchmarking- and was graced by Dr. Aminah Zawedde, the ICT Ministry Permanent Secretary. The Memorandum of Understanding covers MultiChoice Africa, and its associate MultiChoice Uganda, as the local partner, and further provides for continued strengthening of future co-operation with the ICT Ministry. Dr…
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MTN Uganda has contributed UGX 42.5 billion to the Uganda Communications Commission’s (UCC) Universal Service and Access Fund, aimed at developing telecommunications services in underserved areas. The funding marks a significant increase from last year’s contribution of UGX 36 billion. At a press briefing held at the UCC headquarters in Bugolobi, a Kampala city suburb in the Ugandan capital on Friday, the telecom company highlighted its ongoing commitment to driving substantial change and bridging the digital divide in the country, which is a dedication to not just meeting but exceeding its licensing obligations. “We believe that everyone deserves the benefits…
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Godfrey Sebaana, the incoming Chief Executive Officer of Diamond Trust Bank Uganda (DTBU) has committed to building on the foundation left by his predecessor, Varghese Thambi to create an even more enhanced, reliable and always-on customer experience. Speaking at a dinner hosted by the bank on May 21st 2024 to bid farewell to Thambi who has been the bank’s Chief Executive for the last 17 years, since July 2007, Mr. Sebaana said that he has already received board approvals for the planned enhancements, so customers should expect more customised products and services and a service experience that seeks to “break…
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