Frank Molla, Managing Director for Africa at payments giant MDP, is a strong believer that books are quiet mentors and companions that steer leaders toward depth, courage, and beautifully human…
Mobile money agents are the engine of Uganda’s everyday economy, and this is most visible on weekends. From Friday evening through Sunday, transaction volumes surge as customers trade, pay, and…
Candid and compelling, Amani unpacks the philosophy behind #TheZeusWay—a relentless commitment to speed, quality, and consistency—and reflects on what it takes to lead Gen Z creatives, earn client trust, and…
To understand Stevens Mwanje is to understand the balance between numbers and humanity. A finance professional of 30 years, Mwanje has built a career defined by quiet discipline, strategic clarity,…
Banking has evolved from long queues and endless paperwork to something you can do in seconds, anytime, anywhere. dfcu Bank is leading that digital revolution with two powerful tools, that...
In his first 100 days at the helm of marketing the Uganda Tourism Board, Francis Nyende has injected new energy, strategy, and partnerships into the “Explore Uganda” brand. With landmark…
Hotel grading is a vital benchmark in international tourism, offering travellers assurance on service quality, comfort, and safety. In Uganda, however, the subject has sparked debate as progress appears slow…
In this wide-ranging interview with CEO East Africa Magazine, Jean Byamugisha, the Executive Director of the Uganda Hotel Owners Association (UHOA), offers an insider’s perspective on why uptake remains low,…
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…
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…
Ahead of a historic milestone for Uganda’s health and education sectors, The CEO Magazine sat down with Aga Khan University Hospital CEO Rashid Khalani. Last week, Kampala hosted the inauguration of the Aga Khan University Centre and the ground-breaking ceremony for the upcoming Aga Khan University Teaching Hospital in Nakawa – projects set to transform medical training and healthcare delivery in the country. In an exclusive conversation, Rashid Khalani shared insights on the vision, impact, and opportunities these developments will bring. What are the most pressing health challenges facing Africa today? There are three interlinked challenges. First is human capacity….
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A Q&A with Helena Mayanja – Head, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability, dfcu Bank 1. What is the Rotary Club of Kampala Blue Hearts, and why is it historic for Uganda?A: On August 30, 2025, dfcu Bank launched Uganda’s first corporate Rotary Club—. The Rotary Club of Kampala Blue Hearts is a groundbreaking partnership between dfcu Bank and Rotary International that allows our people to actively serve communities while building networks and driving humanitarian impact. 2. Why is this significant for dfcu Bank?A: The launch of dfcu Bank’s corporate Rotary Club is significant because it formalizes our long-standing commitment to community…
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Let’s start with your personal journey. Before we dive into your leadership in the advertising world, help us understand the man behind the title. What’s your background, and how did you end up in this industry? Was advertising always part of the plan, or did you stumble into it by chance—like many of us often do? I literally stumbled into advertising. Let me just backtrack a bit. I was studying pharmacy at university, and one thing I knew—just after a semester in—was that I’d struggle to find motivation or stimulation to be a full-time pharmacist. Pharmacy felt very prescriptive and…
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Rommel is not just an agency executive—he is a builder of people, a steward of industry values, and a tireless advocate for collaboration over competition. His story is one of resilience, reinvention, and responsibility—exactly the kind of leadership the industry needs now. This is Rommel Jasi, the Ugandan adman who believes legacy is not in campaigns alone—but in the systems, people, and values you leave behind. To begin, let’s talk about your journey. How did you find your way into the industry? Was it a deliberate career choice, or did you land in it by chance? Take us back to…
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From his early media days at Kenya Broadcasting Corporation and Nation Media Group to a career-defining Coca-Cola assignment that brought him to Kampala, Chihi recounts the evolution of PR from a misunderstood support function to a vital pillar of brand strategy. He speaks with candour about launching one of Uganda’s first standalone PR agencies, building trust in a sceptical market, nurturing young talent, navigating government communications, and staying resilient amid rapid technological shifts. Under his leadership, Media Age PR has grown into one of Uganda’s most respected communications firms, recently earning top honours at the PRAU Excellence Awards 2023—including PR…
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