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Dr. Patricia Ojangole, Managing Director of Uganda Development Bank, whose decade of leadership has transformed UDB into a catalyst for inclusive, sustainable development across Uganda.

Women Fixing Uganda: How Patricia Ojangole Transformed UDB into a 10x Engine for Inclusive Growth

When Dr. Patricia Ojangole took the helm of Uganda Development Bank (UDB) in December 2012, the Bank was managing just UGX 173 billion in assets, with a modest lending portfolio and minimal

July 5, 2025

Business & Markets·The Big Story

Mabel Ndawula, the Executive Director of the dfcu Foundation.

Realising Uganda’s Agricultural Renaissance Requires Strong Private Sector Participation — Writes Mable Ndaula

On June 12, 2025, Uganda’s Finance Minister, Hon. Matia Kasaija, unveiled a UGX 72.3 trillion budget for FY 2025/26, projecting a robust 7% economic growth despite global uncertainties. With agriculture anchoring 70%

July 3, 2025

I&M Bank partners with IEC Uganda to equip SMEs with financial management skills

In a bid to equip Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) with the tools needed to grow and thrive, the Industry Enhancement Centre (IEC) hosted a three-day seminar dubbed ‘Access to Finance Training’

June 27, 2025

Banking & Financial Services·Company News

Participants take part in a discussion at the HFB Business Clinic held today at the Headquarters in Kololo.

Fostering Sustainable Growth: Housing Finance Bank Hosts Second Business Clinic to Empower SMEs

Housing Finance Bank proudly hosted the second edition of its Business Clinic series for the year, building on the momentum of the inaugural session that focused on empowering women in business. This

June 23, 2025

News & Analysis·Sponsored Content

Gloria Ssuuna Namutebi, the Senior Manager, Vehicle & Asset Finance at dfcu Bank.

dfcu Bank powers up Auto Finance Market with tailored, full-financing solution.

In a major boost to Uganda’s vehicle financing landscape, dfcu Bank has teamed up with World Navi Company Limited, a trusted Japanese motor vehicle dealership, to launch a new Vehicle and Asset

June 17, 2025

News & Analysis·Sponsored Content

dfcu Foundation Debuts with a Mandate to Empower SMEs, Women, and Youth in Agriculture and Enterprise Development.

dfcu Bank has officially launched the dfcu Foundation in Mbarara district, a rebrand of the Agribusiness Development Centre (ADC) under the theme ‘’A New Name, A Renewed Commitment’’. The launch reiterates the

May 31, 2025

Company News·News & Analysis·Sponsored Content

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

How PostBank is de-risking agribusiness through strategic partnerships

By Julius Akais Osauro In Uganda, agriculture is not just an economic sector, it is the heartbeat of the nation resting on the shoulders of its smallholder farmers. Yet, these smallholder farmers

April 23, 2025

Banking & Financial Services·Company News

NCBA and African Guarantee Fund (AGF) Strengthen Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Financing with KES 3 Billion Renewal, Prioritizing Women-Led Businesses.

NCBA on Monday renewed its partnership with the African Guarantee Fund (AGF) to enable the Group provide financial solutions to SMEs, through an enhanced guarantee agreement of KES 3 billion for 10

April 8, 2025

Company News·News & Analysis·Sponsored Content

Stanbic’s Net Profit Touches a Record UGX 478Bn: 10 Facts and Figures That Explain This Record Performance

Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited (SUHL) has once again proven its financial strength, posting a record net profit of UGX 478 billion in 2024, up from UGX 411.5 billion in 2023, a 16.2%

March 24, 2025

Banking & Financial Services·Business & Markets·East Africa·The Big Story

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