The past five years have not gone particularly well for Uganda’s billionaire class. Once the undisputed symbols of local enterprise and ambition, several of the country’s most prominent businessmen have…
When billionaire businessman James Garuga Musinguzi died on 6th August 2025 at Nakasero Hospital in Kampala, Uganda lost one of its most influential entrepreneurs. From humble beginnings in Kigezi, Garuga…
Dr Sudhir Ruparelia, the billionaire businessman and founder of the Ruparelia Group, and his daughter, Sheena Ruparelia, were honoured today at the 39th National Resistance Movement (NRM/A) Victory Day Anniversary,…
Age: 60 years Source of Wealth: Entertainment and gaming, telecommunications, logistics and transport, finance and technology. Estimated Wealth: USD50 million (UGX180 bn) Bob Kabonero, born in January 1965 in Ntungamo…
Sheena Ruparelia has established herself as a prominent force in Uganda’s business and socio-economic landscape, building on the foundation laid by her father, Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia. As a Director at…
Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, the billionaire businessman and founder of the Ruparelia Group, and his daughter, Sheena Ruparelia, will be among the distinguished honorees at the 39th Victory Day Anniversary of…
Simpson Birungi founded Movit Products Ltd in 1997, starting with a makeshift workshop in Namasuba, Wakiso District. Since then, the company has grown into a multi-billion enterprise, becoming one of…
Succession planning is a crucial aspect of family businesses, yet many founders struggle to prepare their heirs for the responsibility of taking over the reins. In Uganda, the statistics are…
