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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

When you cultivate silence and solitude, your whole body will relax, which can lead to physical healing.

Why silence can be golden and powerful even in business

By Michael Jjingo Speech is silver, silence is golden! Both are precious, with silence considered to be more valuable . Silence is the harder of the two. But, saying nothing sometimes says

November 29, 2023

Thought Leadership

Mark Ocitti, Managing Director, Kenya Breweries Limited

MARK OCITTI: Nurturing Mutual Trust And Learning The Art Of Effective Subtle Leadership

As I sat on my front row seat enjoying the sweet tones that oozed out of the musical instruments ‘Myko’ and his team effortlessly manipulated, I witnessed an interesting spectacle tease out.

November 29, 2023

Business & Markets·The Big Story·Thought Leadership

(L-R) Mary Wangari - Equity Group's Executive Director, Eunice Waweru - UBL Finance Director and Agnes Ssali - UBL's Legal Director share a laugh during the event.

Equity Group ED Mary Wangari tips professionals on work-life balance

At the launch of her book titled ‘The Village Girl: My Dream, Life and Legacy’, Mary Wangari Wamae, the Group Executive Director of Kenya’s Equity Group – encouraged professionals to maintain a

November 28, 2023

Thought Leadership

Mark Ruhindi, the author, is a tax lawyer and transactions advisor.

KICKBACKS, CORRUPTION AND TAX COMPLIANCE: Is There A Safe Space Around This Unfortunate Reality In Corporate Uganda?

Weeks back, I read a tweet that went like this; “I asked some boda guy why he parked within a roundabout, and he said you can’t be orderly in an environment where

November 27, 2023

News & Analysis·Thought Leadership

At 25, MTN is pioneering innovation and transforming Uganda’s Fintech landscape

By Richard Yego Over the past 25 years, MTN has played an instrumental role in shaping Uganda’s telecommunications and digital economy, marking a journey characterized by innovation and transformation. Our presence in

November 23, 2023

Banking & Financial Services·Technology & Innovation·Thought Leadership

Florence Nsubuga brings to Berkeley Energy 20+ years of energy sector leadership as well as a passion for using electricity to catalyse growth in the developing world.

Umeme’s Florence Nsubuga switches to new role as Berkeley Energy’s Uganda CEO

Florence Nakimbugwe Nsubuga, the long-serving Umeme Limited Chief Operating Officer, is leaving the the power distributor for a Country CEO role at Berkeley Energy Uganda Limited, CEO East Africa Magazine, can exclusively

November 23, 2023

Company News·Executive Profiles·The Big Story·Women In Leadership

Andrew Mashanda, the outgoing SUHL Chief Executive, who is due for a Group reassignment.

EXCLUSIVE: Andrew Mashanda to leave Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited Chief Executive Role

After three years at the helm of Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited (SUHL), Andrew Mashanda is set to leave the Chief Executive role, CEO East Africa Magazine can exclusively reveal. He will be

November 22, 2023

Company News·Executive Profiles·The Big Story

Tom Kiggundu started out as a photographer. Now he owns the biggest function hire services firm in Uganda

From Photographer to Events Organizer: Meet Tom Kiggundu, the multimillionaire founder of Fotogenix Limited

In the early 1990s, Tom Kiggundu, used to move with his camera everywhere on the lookout for functions. In three years, he had become popular within the party circles of Kampala. His

November 20, 2023

The Big Story·Thought Leadership

Birungyi Cephas (left) and Enoch Barata, the co-founders of top tax law firm, Birungyi, Barata & Associates

Birungyi, Barata & Associates At 20 Years: A Q&A with Cephas Birungyi and Enoch Barata on how they built Uganda’s leading tax law firm from scratch

20 years later, the firm has blossomed into one of Uganda’s most respected tax law firms, commanding more than 50% of all tax litigation in the country. The firm has also been

November 18, 2023

Business & Markets·CEO Perspectives·Legal & Justice·The Big Story

After he failed to capture a parliament seat in the 1992 country elections, Kimani Rugendo devoted his entire life to business.

BILLIONAIRES: Meet Kimani Rugendo, the Kenyan billionaire behind Afia and Pick N’ Peel juice

“The greatest fear of human beings is the fear of failure. But I encourage you, whatever you are doing, do it well and don’t be afraid of falling. When a child starts

November 15, 2023

Billionaires·Thought Leadership

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