Uganda Baati (Safal Group) has appointed Jackie Tahakanizibwa as Head of External & Corporate Affairs, tapping a seasoned public policy, stakeholder engagement, and strategic communications leader to steer its public affairs agenda. She will also steer brand partnerships and corporate communications strategy as the company consolidates its leadership in Uganda’s steel and roofing market. Tahakanizibwa joins Uganda Baati with more than a decade of experience across highly regulated sectors, where she has helped shape industry advocacy and build meaningful relationships with government, regulators, and communities. Her work has included driving efforts that contributed to a more favourable tax and regulatory…
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Uganda Baati Limited, a member of the Safal Group and Uganda’s leading manufacturer of roofing and building solutions, has appointed Timothy Luzinda as its new Marketing Manager, effective August 2025. Luzinda joins Uganda Baati with over 18 years of experience in marketing, brand management, and commercial leadership, largely built in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry. He previously served as Head of Marketing at Crown Beverages Limited (CBL), the PepsiCo International franchise in Uganda, where he led high-impact campaigns, launched new products, and contributed significantly to market share gains across key beverage segments. During his tenure at CBL from 2008…
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On a warm May afternoon in 2007, during a critical dialogue between the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) and the Ministry of Trade and Industry, the late Hon. David Nalo, then Permanent Secretary for Trade, made a thought-provoking remark: “Our embassies should be more than ceremonial. They must drive our economic agenda abroad.” This sentiment resonated deeply and became a pivotal theme in a speech I had the privilege of drafting for Dr. Manu Chandaria, a world-renowned industrialist and philanthropist, as he addressed Kenyan Ambassadors and High Commissioners on their roles in supporting the private sector. Seventeen years later, the…
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Uganda Baati has been named the Community Development Champion of the Year at the 2nd Annual Private Sector Gala, an award recognizing the company’s profound impact on communities through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives under the Safal Uganda Baati Foundation. Guided by its four CSR pillars- Health, Education, Shelter, and Environment, the leading steel manufacturer has consistently demonstrated its pledge to uplifting lives and nurturing sustainable development across Uganda. Over the past year, the foundation has tackled diverse challenges with impactful results. Among its impactful projects, the re-roofing initiative at Nyamifura Primary School has provided better learning conditions for…
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Corporate reputation is an aggregate of public perceptions about an organisation’s social, political, ethical and business behaviour and how people engage with that organisation based on these perceptions. Ultimately, this…
The quest for economic integration of Africa is finally here. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) represents a historic milestone in the economic integration of the African continent. The FTA which entered into force in May 2019, is poised to be among the world’s largest free trade areas in terms of participating countries. The FTA brings together a total of 55 countries and 8 Regional Economic Communities (RECs) and aims to create a single market for goods and services, facilitate the movement of capital and promote the free movement of people across the continent. Just like any economic integration,…
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In today’s world, environmental consciousness is growing, and industries are actively seeking greener alternatives to traditional materials. Among these alternatives, shingle stone-coated steel emerges as a shining example of an eco-friendly roofing solution. With a perfect blend of strength, durability, aesthetics, and environmental responsibility, this innovative roofing material offers numerous benefits, making it an ideal choice for a greener and more sustainable future. One of the key features of shingle stone-coated steel roofs is the significant percentage of recycled materials they contain. By using recycled metals as the base material, these roofs reduce the demand for new resources, contributing to…
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The need to meet performance targets and meet customer needs notwithstanding, workplace health and wellness, must never be compromised, as it is necessary for attracting and retaining a healthy workforce, which is by far, the most valuable resource for every organisation, Dr Alan Shonubi, the Uganda Baati Chairman has advised. “In the fast-paced world of business, health is a precious asset that is usually taken for granted. Employees are consumed by deadlines, targets, and their daily life programs forgetting to prioritise their health,” observed Dr. Shonubi. He was speaking at the launch of the company’s Health and Wellness Week on…
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