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Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia: Profile of a Visionary, Resilient, Philanthropic Business Leader

Muhereza KyamuteteraBillionairesThe Big StoryJanuary 26, 2025January 26, 2025

Dr Sudhir Ruparelia, the billionaire businessman and founder of the Ruparelia Group, and his daughter, Sheena Ruparelia, were honoured today at the 39th National Resistance Movement (NRM/A) Victory Day Anniversary,…

Transforming Africa into an Economic and Intellectual Powerhouse: Meet Peter Kagunye, the Edupreneur Behind the Cavendish University Brand.

Jonathan N. LubwamaC-Suite LeadershipCompany NewsEntrepreneurshipGlobal NewsReal Estate & ConstructionThe Big StoryJanuary 26, 2025January 27, 2025

The global job marketplace needs constantly evolve, yet tertiary education isn’t revolving as fast. However, across Africa, private investors have emerged to fill this void. One of Africa’s more prominent…

A JACK OF MANY TRADES: Bob Kabonero, the out-of-Ntungamo gaming & entertainment billionaire

Muhereza KyamuteteraBillionairesThe Big StoryJanuary 25, 2025January 25, 2025

Age: 60 years Source of Wealth: Entertainment and gaming, telecommunications, logistics and transport, finance and technology.  Estimated Wealth: USD50 million (UGX180 bn) Bob Kabonero, born in January 1965 in Ntungamo…

INVESTIGATION: Auditor General faults ICT Ministry for mishandling UGX 14 billion innovators’ fund 

CEO ReporterCompany NewsEast AfricaGlobal NewsManufacturing & IndustryNews & AnalysisPolitics & GovermentTechnology & InnovationThe Big StoryJanuary 24, 2025January 24, 2025

An Auditor General’s investigation has exposed the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance for mishandling over UGX 13.8 billion, which was meant to support Ugandan innovators in developing their ideas…

Uganda’s oil projects hit by delays, funding shortfalls – Auditor General says 

CEO ReporterBanking & Financial ServicesBusiness & MarketsCompany NewsEast AfricaEnergy, Oil & GasGlobal NewsNews & AnalysisPolitics & GovermentThe Big StoryJanuary 23, 2025January 23, 2025

The Auditor General, Edward Akol, has noted with concern that the Tilenga and KingFisher Development Area oil projects in western Uganda are behind schedule in hitting completion targets, with some…

Government Deactivates 4,149 Employees from January Payroll Over Validation Irregularities

Brian EmorutPolitics & GovermentThe Big StoryJanuary 23, 2025January 23, 2025

The Government of Uganda has deactivated 4,149 employees from the January 2025 payroll following a second-round validation and headcount exercise conducted by the Ministry of Public Service. This decision was…

BREAKING BARRIERS: How KIU Helped Mirian Taremwa Overcome Her Adversity To Achieve Her Leadership Dreams

Muhereza KyamuteteraExecutive ProfilesThe Big StoryWomen In LeadershipJanuary 21, 2025January 21, 2025

Mirian Taremwa’s journey began with a dream ignited by a trailblazer—Winnie Byanyima, a Ugandan aeronautical engineer, politician, human rights activist, feminist, diplomat and the current UNAIDS Executive Director. As a…

MAN OF THE WEEK: Edward Akol, Uganda’s Auditor General

Muhereza KyamuteteraPolitics & GovermentThe Big StoryJanuary 21, 2025January 28, 2025

Edward Akol assumed the mantle of Auditor General in January 2024, bringing with him a renewed sense of purpose and determination. His foreword to the annual report underscores his commitment…

Tough times for Uganda as President Trump suspends US foreign aid for three months, cuts WHO and climate funding

CEO East Africa MagazineBanking & Financial ServicesBusiness & MarketsC-Suite LeadershipEast AfricaGlobal NewsNews & AnalysisPolitics & GovermentThe Big StoryJanuary 21, 2025January 21, 2025

Uganda, a major recipient of America’s foreign aid, could find herself in a tough position after the 47th President of the United States of America, Donald Trump issued an executive…

From Fresh Graduate to Bank of Uganda CFO: Richard Byarugaba’s 32-year Career Journey and His 10 Secrets to Thriving

Muhereza KyamuteteraThe Big StoryJanuary 20, 2025January 20, 2025

As CFO, Byarugaba leads the Bank of Uganda’s financial operations, managing everything from budgeting and compliance with international financial reporting standards to supervising critical government projects. These include the Agricultural…