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Having risen through the ranks from Finance Manager to General Manager, Mary Efata represents a new generation of leaders who combine analytical discipline with people-centred leadership.

#WomenFixingUganda: Lead with Clarity or Lose Direction — A Q&A with Mary Efata on Leadership at Menzies Aviation Uganda

At Entebbe International Airport, where aircraft movements mirror the pulse of trade, tourism, and global connectivity, a quiet but critical engine keeps operations running seamlessly behind the scenes—ground handling. At the centre

April 30, 2026

Women In Leadership

Damali Ssali is the new Country Director for Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) in Uganda.

Damali Ssali Appointed GAIN Uganda’s New Country Director

Damali Ssali has been appointed as the new Country Director for Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) in Uganda. GAIN is a Swiss-based foundation launched at the United Nations in 2002 to

May 27, 2025

Executive Profiles·The Big Story

By Roy Ronald Tumwizere National Advocacy Manager, Luxury Portfolio Reserve, Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL).

World Whisky Day: A Celebration of the Character, Craft, and Culture of a Global Spirit

By Roy Ronald Tumwizere Every third Saturday in May, the world raises a glass to one of the most storied and enduring spirits in history: whisky. World Whisky Day is more than

May 17, 2025

Lifestyle·Thought Leadership

Private Credit vs Venture Capital: What African Entrepreneurs Need to Know

In Africa’s fast-growing business landscape, securing funding is both an opportunity and a challenge. For entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses, two major financing paths stand out: Private Credit and Venture Capital (VC). Both can

May 13, 2025

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February 11, 2025

Banking & Financial Services·Business & Markets·C-Suite Leadership·Company News·East Africa·Global News·Manufacturing & Industry·News & Analysis·Politics & Goverment·The Big Story

Kenneth Kawuki, PostBank's Head of Procurement and Administration

Procurement As a Strategic Function will Unlock Its Full Value for your Brand

By Kenneth Kawuki The evolution of the procurement function from a peripheral role to a more strategic one is helping unlock its full value in companies and organizations. It is key to

January 17, 2025

Banking & Financial Services·Business & Markets·News & Analysis·Thought Leadership

Members of the Money Lenders Association of Uganda (MLAU) pose for a picture. These are part of the 400 members that attended the meeting today. Entire membership is 60,000 entities.

Legitimate Money Lenders Secure Uganda’s Financial Future This Christmas

Legitimate Money Lenders have urged the government to closely monitor economic activity during the Christmas season while re-opening dialogue on lending rates. Through the Money Lenders Association of Uganda (MLAU), comprising legitimate,

December 4, 2024

Banking & Financial Services·News & Analysis

Dorah Kahunde - PostBank Uganda Communications Officer

Financial independence for women is a catalyst to solving the ESG equation

Two key words have taken the corporate world by storm; Sustainability and ESG (Environment Social Governance). Many organizations globally are working towards attaining sustainability certifications by implementing environmentally friendly practices as well

October 9, 2024

Thought Leadership·Women In Leadership

Doreen A. Muhangazi isChief Human Resource Officer, PostBank Uganda

OPINION: People-centric Leadership as a Competitive Advantage

By Doreen A. Muhangazi In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape worldwide, the caliber of Human Capital in any given organization has become pivotal to its success. Collectively, Human Capital refers to the

September 27, 2024

Thought Leadership·Women In Leadership

Kate Kiiza, dfcu Bank’s Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer.

dfcu Bank champions success of female entrepreneurs through GROW project partnership

dfcu Bank has been unveiled as one of the key financial institutions that will champion and implement the GROW project across Uganda. GROW stands for Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women

September 3, 2024

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