Business & Markets

How dfcu Bank is Supporting Uganda’s Agricultural Sector Through dfcu Foundation

Brian EmorutBusiness & MarketsCEO PerspectivesOctober 17, 2025October 17, 2025

In a rapidly evolving economy like Uganda’s, where agriculture remains both the backbone and the beating heart of livelihoods, dfcu Bank is redefining what it means to invest in transformation…

Speke Resort, the Indian Association and the High Commission of India organise Diwali and the annual food festival this Sunday, October 19

Muhereza KyamuteteraCompany NewsNews & AnalysisOctober 17, 2025October 17, 2025

In a colourful celebration of unity, culture, and shared heritage, the Indian Association of Uganda has announced that it will, together with the High Commission of India and Speke Resort…

The $30,000 Payment Mystery, MPs’ Trips, Diverted Cash, and a Flawed Appointment: Inside the Scandals Threatening to bring down UNBS Boss James Kasigwa

Jeff WintersThe Big StoryOctober 17, 2025October 24, 2025

If the UNBS Executive Director, Eng James Kasigwa, survived the storm that followed his appointment in May 2024, he would need every ounce of luck and loyal allies to survive…

Uganda’s Tourism Paradox: Ambitious Dreams, Unrated Hotels, and a Regulator Without Teeth

CEO East Africa MagazineHospitality & TourismNews & AnalysisPolitics & GovermentOctober 17, 2025October 18, 2025

Uganda wants to double its tourism revenues, raise annual visitor arrivals to 1.9 million by 2026, and grow the sector’s contribution to GDP to 10% by 2040. But beneath these…

Centenary Bank Joins thousands at the 2025 Kampala City Festival

Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisOctober 17, 2025October 17, 2025

Centenary Bank, Uganda’s leading microfinance bank, joined thousands of Kampala residents to celebrate the Kampala City Festival 2025 on 12th October 2025, under the theme “Celebrating Enterprise and Innovation in…

Trailblazers of Tourism: The Titans Shaping Uganda’s Hospitality Future

Brian EmorutBusiness & MarketsHospitality & TourismOctober 17, 2025October 17, 2025

Uganda’s tourism and hospitality sector stands at a defining moment, one where leadership, not luck, will determine its global standing. The country’s breathtaking biodiversity, from the snowcapped Rwenzoris to the…

Q&A: Now More Than Ever, Uganda Needs Agile, Emotionally Intelligent Leaders — Here’s Why the Ignite Lead Summit 2025 Matters

Brian EmorutBusiness & MarketsCEO PerspectivesOctober 16, 2025October 16, 2025

What inspired you to create the Ignite Lead Summit 2025?  The Ignite Lead Summit was inspired by a simple yet powerful truth: an organisation is only as strong as its…

The NCBA Windfall: Shareholders Set for a Windfall if Stanbic Seals the Takeover

CEO East Africa MagazineThe Big StoryOctober 16, 2025October 23, 2025

If the long-rumored Stanbic–NCBA merger or buyout becomes reality, NCBA shareholders could emerge as the biggest winners in East Africa’s next major banking shake-up. The market already seems to agree….

PRAU President Irene Nakasiita Appointed to the 2026 World Public Relations Forum -Continental Advisory Committee

Brian EmorutCompany NewsEnergy, Oil & GasOctober 15, 2025October 23, 2025

The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), in partnership with the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management, has appointed Ms. Irene Nakasiita, President of the Public Relations Association…

UNBS Boss Sent on Forced Leave as Probe Into Misconduct Allegations Begins

CEO East Africa MagazinePolitics & GovermentThe Big StoryOctober 15, 2025October 23, 2025

The Executive Director of Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS), Eng James Kasigwa, has been directed to take annual leave starting October 15, 2025, to pave the way for investigations…