The Big Story

From BMCE Bank of Africa to simply, “Bank Of Africa”— a story of commitment to Africa, resilience, and growth of one of Africa’s largest banking groups

Muhereza KyamuteteraThe Big StorySeptember 16, 2022September 16, 2022

Due to an explosion of technology, the world is becoming one big borderless global trading village, active 24/7. The way of life is now more synchronized providing endless opportunities for…

Q&A: CapitalSavvy’s Reginald Tumusiime on blockchain technology as a marketplace differentiator and why participating in the Blockchain Innovation Program is a game-changer 

CEO ReporterNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryThought LeadershipSeptember 15, 2022September 16, 2022

CapitalSavvy, a technology-centric financial advisory and investment management firm, together with partners, the BSV Blockchain Association and Block Dojo, recently unveiled the Blockchain Innovative Program, which offers web 3.0 developers,…

Islamic Development Bank Approves $395M for Upgrading Ugandan Roads, Crude Oil Pipeline Project

Nelson NambooleThe Big StorySeptember 12, 2022September 13, 2022

The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has approved US$295 million for Upgrading Ugandanl Roads under Sovereign Financing Projects and US$100 million for East Africa Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Project under Public…

These new courses at Victoria University could change your competitive advantage in the marketplace – Apply Now

Nelson NambooleNews & AnalysisThe Big StorySeptember 12, 2022September 12, 2022

Victoria University, a private chartered university in Uganda, has introduced nine new programmes – highly competitive on the world market place to enrich the education in the country. The revelation…

Museveni commissions NSSF’s Lubowa Housing Project, applauds the Fund on real estate investment  

Nelson NambooleThe Big StorySeptember 9, 2022September 9, 2022

President Yoweri Museveni on Thursday commissioned the Solana Lifestyle and Residences, National Social Security Fund – NSSF’s Lubowa Housing Project. The President applauded the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) for…

Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022)

CEO ReporterNews & AnalysisThe Big StorySeptember 8, 2022September 9, 2022

Queen Elizabeth II has died, Buckingham Palace has announced. She was 96 years old. The Queen’s family had earlier today gathered at her Scottish estate of Balmoral following concerns from…

HERE FOR GOOD: 1-on-1 with Sanjay Rughani, Standard Chartered Bank Uganda’s new CEO

Muhereza KyamuteteraBanking & Financial ServicesC-Suite LeadershipThe Big StorySeptember 8, 2022September 8, 2022

For starters, how do you describe yourself? I have so many ways that I could describe myself. Last year I attended an executive coaching course and the question that I…

PROFILE: Who is Israel Arinaitwe, Stanbic Bank’s Ag. Executive Head for Consumer & Affluent Banking?  

Muhereza KyamuteteraBanking & Financial ServicesLists & RankingsNews & AnalysisThe Big StorySeptember 8, 2022September 8, 2022

Stanbic Bank, Uganda’s largest bank by deposits, lending, income, profitability and assets, last week announced it had refreshed its ‘Get It Done’ loan campaign launched in May 2022 with even…

PostBank Uganda appoints Priscilla Akora Head Marketing and Communications

CEO ReporterThe Big StorySeptember 7, 2022September 7, 2022

Priscilla Akora is the new Head Marketing and Communications at PostBank Uganda Limited. In her new role, she will be responsible for driving integrated marketing communications, as well as reputational…

AGAINST ALL ODDS: Ruto, the 5th President of Kenya

Nelson NambooleThe Big StorySeptember 6, 2022September 6, 2022

Without any separation in judgement, Supreme Court in Kenya on Monday confirmed William Ruto as the next president of the Republic of Kenya, dismissing his rival’s election petition. Last month,…