By RTN Kalikumutima Deo There are moments in a nation’s life when an external decision, seemingly adverse, even unfair, forces an uncomfortable but necessary reckoning. The recent tightening of United…
Over the past four decades, a generation of entrepreneurs, professionals, farmers, and property owners has built significant wealth. As this generation retires or passes on, the challenge facing families is…
By Denise Kayiraba Across East Africa, institutions are operating in an environment that appears familiar on the surface but has fundamentally shifted underneath. Markets are expanding, regulatory frameworks are tightening,…
The Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) has appointed Ms. Stella Rusine Ntez as its new Chief Executive Officer, subject to regulatory approval, marking a leadership transition that blends continuity with…
By Godfrey Byekwaso When I received my first Chief Financial Officer Award in 2018, I saw it simply as recognition of good work. What I did not fully grasp then…
For decades, “corporate social responsibility” (CSR) has been the catch-all phrase for how companies give back to society. However, the traditional model of CSR, often characterised by photo-op donations, short-term…
As founder, partner, and now chairman of multiple agencies within the TBWA\Omnicom Africa network, Case has championed local talent, stood toe-to-toe with multinational giants, and helped establish industry bodies like the Uganda Advertising Association. In this conversation with Muhereza Kyamutetera, he reflects on defining campaigns, the importance of mentorship, the pressures of leadership, and his vision for positioning Uganda as a continental hub for world-class creative work. What was the Ugandan advertising scene like when you first got involved? Back in 1988, I had the fantastic opportunity to intern at MCL McCann, where I had the privilege of working alongside…
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Guided by a belief that world-class work could be conceived and executed in Uganda, Galukande helped set a new standard — one rooted in strategic thinking, cultural authenticity, and relentless…
But beyond the boardroom success, Seanice’s journey is also one of bold pivots, personal reinvention, and trailblazing leadership. As a woman founder in an often male-dominated industry, she’s not just broken glass ceilings—she’s redesigned the roof. In this candid conversation with CEO East Africa Magazine’s Executive Editor, Muhereza Kyamutetera, Seanice Kacungira reflects on the bold and often uncharted journey of building Blu Flamingo Digital Africa from scratch. She speaks openly about the highs and lows of leading at scale, the pivotal lessons she’s learned as a founder navigating multiple markets, and how her entrepreneurial path has been shaped by her…
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Over the course of two decades, a teenage vow in Kenya has matured into a career shaping U.S.-Africa investment flows, at the intersection of capital markets, policy, and entrepreneurship –…
By Ernest Jjingo Founded in 1958, the Child Welfare and Adoption Society has been devoted to its mission of providing temporary shelter for lost, abandoned, or rescued children with nowhere…
HONORABLE EXIT: It’s time out. After 12 years of steering public relations at TotalEnergies EP Uganda, Linda Nabirye bows out into the world of consultancy. At TotalEnergies, through Tilenga– Uganda’s…
Uganda’s Court of Appeal has today handed down a string of rulings that deepened the legal troubles of businessman Patrick Bitature and his Simba Group, while significantly strengthening the hand…
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of Uganda’s economy. They employ millions, drive innovation, and contribute significantly to national output. Yet, one challenge continues to hold them back:…
