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Experts share best practices on governance and succession planning at I&M Burbidge Capital symposium 

Muhereza KyamuteteraBusiness & MarketsCompany NewsNews & AnalysisJune 22, 2023June 22, 2023

I&M Burbidge Capital, in collaboration with I&M Bank Uganda, International Finance Corporation (IFC), PKF East Africa and S&L Advocates, organised a groundbreaking symposium aimed at highlighting the importance of robust…

Hamis Kiggundu vs DTB and the licensing of foreign lenders in Uganda: Much ado about nothing

theceomaLegal & JusticeNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryThought LeadershipJune 22, 2023June 22, 2023

By Phillip Karugaba & Rehema Nakirya Ssemyalo The Supreme Court of Uganda gave its judgment last week in the much-anticipated appeal in Ham Enterprises Ltd, Kiggs International (U) Ltd and…

Human Rights are as important to business as profits, oil companies told

Edna KyokunzireNews & AnalysisJune 19, 2023June 21, 2023

Every time a country discovers oil, it comes under scrutiny and so its not surprising that the spotlight is now on Ugandan activities in the oil-rich Albertine region. Last year,…

Uganda’s KTA Advocates joins global professional firms network, Alliott Global Alliance 

Muhereza KyamuteteraCompany NewsLegal & JusticeNews & AnalysisJune 17, 2023June 17, 2023

Alliott Global Alliance (‘AGA’) has expanded into Uganda’s law firm market by appointing award-winning law firm, KTA Advocates (KTA) in Kampala, to its membership. Founded in 1979, Alliott Global Alliance…

Equity Bank launches Eazzy Stock, a stock financing service offering up to UGX3 bn in collateral-free short-term business loans

The CEO Magazine TeamCompany NewsNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryJune 17, 2023June 17, 2023

Equity Bank, one of the leading financial institutions in Uganda known for its innovative and customer-centric solutions, is excited to announce its latest credit product- Eazzy Stock financing.  Eazzy Stock…

Goldstar Insurance registers 14.5% growth in 2022 premiums 

CEO ReporterCompany NewsNews & AnalysisJune 17, 2023June 21, 2023

Goldstar Insurance Limited, a member company of the Ruparelia Group, recently released its 2022 results, reporting a 14.5% increase in gross written premiums, from UGX28.2 billion to UGX32.3 billion. The…

Insurance Training College funds the refurbishing of teaching facilities at Natete’s Mackay College

Muhereza KyamuteteraCompany NewsNews & AnalysisJune 16, 2023June 16, 2023

To support the education sector and empower local schools, the Insurance Training College (ITC) of Uganda has kick-started a drive to mobilise insurance sector players and other well-wishers to invest…

Uganda’s Victoria University enters into partnership with UK’s University of the West of England Bristol 

Muhereza KyamuteteraCompany NewsNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryJune 15, 2023June 15, 2023

Victoria University, Kampala has partnered with the United Kingdom’s University of the West of England Bristol (UWE Bristol), allowing students from Victoria University to complete their degrees in the United…

Prioritise workplace health and wellness, Uganda Baati executives tip organisational leaders and employees

CEO ReporterCompany NewsNews & AnalysisJune 15, 2023June 15, 2023

The need to meet performance targets and meet customer needs notwithstanding, workplace health and wellness, must never be compromised, as it is necessary for attracting and retaining a healthy workforce,…

Visa Launches Africa Fintech Accelerator Program to Drive Innovation and Inclusion.

Jonathan N. LubwamaBusiness & MarketsEntrepreneurshipNews & AnalysisJune 15, 2023June 15, 2023

Visa, a global leader in digital payments, has unveiled the Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator program, a new initiative aimed at supporting and empowering Africa’s burgeoning fintech start-up community. The program…