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    SME Banking

    Nigeria’s Access Bank Deal to Acquire Uganda’s Finance Trust Bank Falls Apart After Two Years

    Paul MurungiBanking & Financial ServicesThe Big StoryJanuary 29, 2026January 30, 2026

    What began as one of the most closely watched cross border banking acquisition plans in East Africa has now officially fallen apart.  The proposed takeover of Uganda’s Finance Trust Bank…

    Dialing into the Future: dfcu’s *240# Mobile Banking Platform Explained

    Brian EmorutCEO PerspectivesCompany NewsAugust 21, 2025August 21, 2025

    dfcu Bank has revamped its *USSD 240# platform, making banking easier, faster, and more inclusive for Ugandans. With no need for smartphones, internet, or airtime, customers can check balances, transfer…

    Banking on belief: Why SMEs need more than bank credit to thrive

    Paul MurungiCompany NewsJuly 26, 2025July 26, 2025

    By Laura Bahemuka In Uganda’s economic landscape, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the engine that drives productivity, jobs, and innovation. But ask any Ugandan SME entrepreneur, and they’ll…

    Former Equity Bank Executive Director, Elizabeth Mwerinde appointed Head of Commercial Banking operations at EcoBank   

    Paul MurungiThe Big StoryNovember 30, 2024November 30, 2024

    Seasoned Banker and former Equity Bank Executive Director for Public and Social Investments,  Elizabeth Mwerinde Kasedde has been appointed to lead commercial banking operations at EcoBank.  Ms. Mwerinde took to…

    Stanbic Business Incubator unveils new programs to enhance access to finance for SMEs

    Paul MurungiBanking & Financial ServicesCompany NewsApril 12, 2024April 12, 2024

    The Chief Executive of the Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited (SUHL), Francis Karuhanga has officially flagged off  two innovative programs aimed at supporting businesses access finance, fostering economic growth within Uganda’s…

    We’ve supported SMEs in good times and we are happy to support even in COVID times– Stanbic’s Stephen Segujja

    theceomaBanking & Financial ServicesThought LeadershipMay 30, 2020May 31, 2020

    Tell us about the SME sector in Uganda? The SME sector in Uganda is basically clients who are involved in the day to day running of businesses, local businesses in…

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