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INTERVIEW: Meet Thomas Kamphuis (43), probably the youngest ever CEO of Nile Breweries- AB InBev’s US$250 million a year beer business in Uganda

It is now slightly over three years since AB InBev took over from SABMiller in Uganda. What has been happening? What has changed? How strong are you now as a business compared

January 17, 2020

by Muhereza Kyamutetera

PUTTING MONEY WHERE THE CUSTOMERS’ MOUTHS AND EARS ARE: How Airtel Uganda’s V.G Somasekhar is wrestling back Airtel’s leadership position; one mast and one SIM card at a time

First of all, let us start with a review of 2019. How would you summarise it in terms of the industry and for Airtel Uganda in particular? I think 2019 has been a year of investment? In 2019, Airtel invested

January 17, 2020

by Muhereza Kyamutetera

Doris Akol’s mission 2020/25: Increase taxpayer morale so they contribute UGX28.3 trillion by 2024/25. But what will it take?

I know that in October you completed about 5 years as a Commissioner General You had

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Rajiv Ruparelia comes of age, turns 30 years; talks about managing a $1 billion family empire and his plans to become East Africa’s largest cannabis exporter

At 30 years, you are probably one of few if not the only CEO of over

$Peter Magona, Managing Director of TBWA\Uganda, in various settings including team meetings, award celebrations, and office portraits, reflecting his leadership in the advertising industry.$

Peter Magona, Managing Director of TBWA Uganda, has navigated a remarkable journey from pharmacy to advertising, building brands with a focus on strategy, consistency, and the long game. For him, the true client is always the brand — and success is measured not just in ROI, but in return on relationships.

Q&A𑗅Peter Magona: The Pharmacist-Turned-Strategist Dispensing Kick-ass Campaigns

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

September 6, 2025

CEO Perspectives·Executive Profiles·The Big Story

Paul Mbuga, Partner at S&L Advocates, one of Uganda’s leading corporate and commercial lawyers, renowned for advising on high-value transactions and complex corporate restructurings — the most recent being the MTN Uganda fintech separation. A trusted legal counsel to MTN on multiple landmark deals, Mbuga is no stranger to the telecom giant’s boardroom and deal room.

Meet Paul Mbuga, the Corporate & Commercial Lawyer Advising MTN on Its Fintech Separation

When MTN Uganda set in motion the structural separation of its mobile money business into a fully independent, Bank of Uganda–licensed fintech company, it was clear this would be one of the

September 6, 2025

Executive Profiles·The Big Story

Rommel Jasi – Industry Leader, Strategist, and Advocate – With nearly two decades in Uganda’s fast-evolving advertising and media sector, Rommel is recognised for blending data-driven strategy with human-centered storytelling. As Managing Director of Saladin Media and Chair of the Uganda Advertising Association, he champions collaboration over competition, ethical leadership, and the restoration of industry standards—believing that true legacy lies in the people, systems, and values you leave behind.

Fixing the Cracks in Uganda’s Advertising Industry: Saladin’s Rommel Jasi on Standards, Ethics, and the Fight for Creative Value

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,

September 5, 2025

CEO Perspectives·Executive Profiles·The Big Story

Diageo appoints Christopher Wangai Gitau as General Manager, Greece, effective 1 October 2025. With over 25 years in FMCG, Gitau is celebrated for driving growth, innovation, and high-performance cultures across Africa and beyond. — Christopher Wangai Gitau, newly appointed General Manager, Greece at Diageo, hailed by senior leaders as a firm, disciplined, and charismatic leader with over 25 years of FMCG experience.

Serengeti Breweries’ Christopher Gitau Appointed General Manager, Greece at Diageo

Diageo has announced the appointment of Christopher Wangai Gitau as General Manager, Greece, effective 1 October 2025. In this role, he will report to Olena Neznal, Managing Director for Eastern & Central

September 5, 2025

Company News·Executive Profiles·The Big Story

Sarah Chelangat has rejoined Ernst & Young (EY) as Partner after nearly four years of public service at Uganda Revenue Authority

Sarah Chelangat exits URA’s Domestic Taxes Docket after Four Years, Rejoins Ernst & Young as Partner

Sarah Chelangat, the outgoing Commissioner for Domestic Taxes at the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), has rejoined Ernst & Young (EY) as Partner after nearly four years of public service. Her return to

September 4, 2025

Executive Profiles·The Big Story

A confident John Chihi — Founder & Lead Consultant at Media Age PR — whose 23-year journey in Uganda’s communications industry has been defined by shaping brand stories, nurturing young talent, and leading award-winning campaigns that have set new benchmarks in PR excellence.

Media Age PR‘s John Chihi: The Quiet Architect of Uganda’s Modern PR Agencies Industry

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

September 4, 2025

CEO Perspectives·Executive Profiles·The Big Story

Adris Kamuli, co-founder and Managing Director of Maad McCann, showcases some of the accolades and industry recognitions earned by the agency over the years — a testament to its bold creativity, global standards, and lasting impact on Uganda’s advertising industry.

Adris Kamuli: The MadMan Who Made Maad a Creative Powerhouse

From creating culturally resonant work for top-tier clients such as MultiChoice (DStv, GOtv), Coca-Cola, UBL , Emirates, Uganda Baati, Ugachick, Pride Bank, Mastercard, Unicef, UNCD and flagship initiatives like the Rotary Cancer

September 3, 2025

CEO Perspectives·The Big Story

Godfrey Byekwaso, Managing Director, Centenary Bank Malawi.

The CFO Awards: A Launchpad for Enterprise Leadership

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 was how

September 2, 2025

Thought Leadership

Beyond CSR – Why the Private Sector Must Become Co-Creators of Social Change in Uganda

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 and self-promotional

September 1, 2025

Thought Leadership

Discover the four-decade creative journey of David Case, the ‘Father’ of modern advertising in Uganda, from hand-painted billboards to AI-driven campaigns, and his vision to make Uganda a continental hub for world-class creative work — From a young creative on the left to the industry leader and serial investor he is today, David Case’s journey reflects over three decades of shaping Uganda’s advertising landscape and championing its next generation of talent.

Uganda’s ‘Father’ of Modern Advertising: David Case’s Four-Decade Creative Odyssey

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

September 1, 2025

CEO Perspectives·The Big Story

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