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FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE WITH A PURPOSE: Sylvia Mulinge’s letter to stakeholders on H1 2024 performance.

Muhereza KyamuteteraThe Big StoryAugust 5, 2024August 5, 2024

MTN Uganda’s performance in the first half of the year continued on a positive trend, supported by the overall momentum in economic growth. The Ugandan economy grew by 6.0% for…

How dfcu Bank is propelling Northern Uganda’s economic growth through strategic investments and community initiatives

Paul MurungiCompany News The Big StoryAugust 2, 2024August 2, 2024

As Northern Uganda continues to achieve and drive economic transformation, dfcu Bank stands hand in hand with the region, equipped with a strategic plan and the resources required to support the region’s burgeoning potential. The bank’s innovative solutions, localised products and community interventions aim at fostering sustainable development by channelling investment into key areas that will benefit the region’s inhabitants,…

Prof. Pauline Byakika Kibwika emerges top Vice-Chancellor candidate for Mbarara University

Muhereza KyamuteteraNews & Analysis The Big Story Women In LeadershipAugust 2, 2024August 2, 2024

Prof. Pauline Byakika Kibwika, a Professor of Internal Medicine and Epidemiology, at Makerere University’s College of Health Sciences, has emerged as the new Vice Chancellor of Mbarara University of Science…

Government and Business Leaders join ITHUBA in celebration of the official Uganda National Lottery launch

Paul MurungiCompany News The Big StoryAugust 1, 2024August 1, 2024

The Uganda National Lottery has officially launched, marking a landmark moment at Speke Resort Munyonyo on Friday, July 26. Industry leaders, business magnates, and key government officials from across Africa…

CEO East Africa Analysis: Uganda’s Most Funded Startups from 2019 to 2024.

Jonathan N. LubwamaLists & Rankings The Big StoryAugust 1, 2024August 12, 2024

The startup ecosystem in Uganda has experienced remarkable growth over the past five years, with an increasing number of entrepreneurs launching innovative ventures across various sectors. As these startups seek…

TotalEnergies Acquires a 28.3% Stake in Bujagali Hydro Power Plant.

Jonathan N. LubwamaBusiness & Markets News & Analysis The Big StoryJuly 31, 2024July 31, 2024

TotalEnergies has finalized an agreement with Scatec, a Norwegian renewable energy company, to acquire 100% of its subsidiary SN Power, which focuses on renewable hydropower projects in Africa. This acquisition…

Airtel’s East Africa region Mobile Services revenue grows by 6.5 percent to USD 423 million

Paul MurungiThe Big StoryJuly 31, 2024July 31, 2024

Airtel East Africa mobile services segment has registered a 6.5 percent revenue growth, amounting to USD 423 million in the quarter ending June 2024. The growth is a departure from…

ACCA Uganda, and Deloitte Uganda renew partnership to elevate recognition of Chief Financial Officers

Paul MurungiCompany News The Big StoryJuly 31, 2024July 31, 2024

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Uganda and Deloitte Uganda have announced the renewal of their strategic partnership, aimed at advancing capacity building and recognizing excellence among Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) in Uganda. The renewed collaboration will span the next three years, reinforcing the commitment of both organizations to foster professional development and acknowledge outstanding financial leadership in the…

INTERVIEW: PostBank is ready to support farmers and agri-businesses through the second farming season- Julius Akais

Paul MurungiBusiness & Markets Executive Profiles The Big StoryJuly 27, 2024July 27, 2024

Julius AKais, PostBank’s Supervisor Agriculture and Partnerships speaks to CEO Magazine on how the bank through its credit channels is set to support farmers and agricultural businesse, as the bank…

Equity Leaders Programme Scholars urged to drive the future through Innovation and Technology

Paul MurungiThe Big StoryJuly 27, 2024July 28, 2024

Mr. Sam Bwaya, the Board Director at Equity Group Foundation (EGF) has urged the Equity Leaders Program (ELP) Scholars to be more innovative and drive the future with the help…

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Nicholas Mukasa Appointed Bank of Namibia Deputy Governor

Unresolved Commercial Disputes Climb to UGX 3.5 Trillion as Chief Justice Zeija and BoU Governor Atingi-Ego Push for ADR

Kenya’s High Court Clears Path for KSh 300 Billion Asahi–Diageo Deal Despite Ongoing Distribution Dispute

Nigeria’s Zenith Bank Acquires Kenya’s Paramount Bank as Profits Hit ₦1.04 Trillion