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…
In all of Uganda’s government programmes, no initiative has captured the spirit of grassroots transformation quite like the Parish Development Model (PDM).It is the most ambitious effort yet to connect public finance directly to ordinary citizens, taking government services, credit, and enterprise support to the parish—the lowest administrative level of Uganda’s economy. Launched in February 2022, the PDM seeks to transition 3.5 million subsistence households into the money economy by channelling resources to local communities. The results are already visible: UGX 3.29 trillion disbursed to over 2.4 million households, and financial inclusion rising from 77% in 2018 to 81% today….
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Uganda’s PR and marketing communications industry has grown into a vibrant, opportunity-rich sector, attracting creative thinkers, digital natives, and ambitious entrepreneurs alike. From public relations consultancies and media agencies to content creators and experiential marketing firms, this industry has become a fertile ground for modern entrepreneurship. But behind the polished campaigns and trendy social media posts lies a reality that many agency owners and freelancers quietly navigate—challenges around financing, client behavior, and business sustainability. The industry operates within a mixed media landscape. Traditional platforms like radio and television remain influential, especially outside Kampala, where radio continues to be the most…
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Ugandan investment banker Anne Aliker has been appointed Head, Africa Regions – Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) at Standard Bank Group, Africa’s largest bank by assets. Her appointment marks a major milestone not only in her distinguished career but also in the growing presence of Ugandan professionals in senior leadership roles across Africa’s financial sector. It also underscores Standard Bank Group’s continued commitment to developing African leaders to drive the continent’s growth. Luvuyo Masinda, Chief Executive of Corporate and Investment Banking at Standard Bank Group, said the appointment aligns with the bank’s vision to strengthen its leadership capacity and expand…
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By Asiimwe Arnold Kaka My reflections on this issue come from a place of experience — an encounter with an overzealous tourism enforcement officer that left me questioning how we…
By Joshua Mawerere The recent announcement of the partnership between NCBA Bank Kenya and Motif Di Don to introduce ELEV8 Live – a platform to discover, mentor and scale new…
In November last year, Standard Chartered Bank Uganda announced its intention to sell its Wealth and Retail Banking business. This announcement did not signal an exit from Uganda — rather,…
To unpack what this means for institutional investors, the economy, and Uganda’s place in regional and global markets, Muhereza Kyamutetera, Executive Editor of CEO East Africa Magazine, sat down with…
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 this deep and revealing conversation with Muhereza Kyamutetera for our Mad(Wo)Men series — an in-depth look at the visionaries who have shaped, challenged, and redefined Uganda’s advertising industry— Alemu reflects…
PostBank Uganda’s Chief Financial Officer, Peter Ssenyange wins big at the just concluded annual Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Awards which seek to celebrate exceptional leaders in the finance industry, as…
