Over 140 Students Graduate from EACOP Academy Kigumba
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd, in partnership with the Uganda Petroleum Institute Kigumba (UPIK), has celebrated the graduation of 141 students from the EACOP Academy. The graduates were trained in Mechanical, Electrical, Production, Instrumentation, Leadership, and Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) disciplines marking a significant milestone in EACOP’s commitment to building local capacity and
SanlamAllianz launches its brand in Ugand
Sanlam and Allianz, the two insurance giants who formed Africa’s largest non-banking financial services company through a joint venture named SanlamAllianz in 2023, have launched their SanlamAllianz brand in Uganda. The launch comes as at a time when Uganda’s insurance landscape is undergoing significant transformation, marked by accelerated growth, digital integration, and
PACEID Launches Uganda Connect International Buyers Week to Boost Global Trade
The Presidential Advisory Committee on Exports and Industrial Development (PACEID) has officially launched the Uganda Connect International Buyers Week, an initiative aimed at boosting international trade and positioning Uganda as a competitive global supplier. The event was announced at a launch ceremony held at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel, ahead of
Inspire Africa Elevates Uganda’s Coffee to International Heights
Uganda’s coffee heritage is brewing international excitement as Inspire Africa Group showcases the country’s finest beans at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) 2025 in Shanghai. This marks a pivotal moment for Uganda’s coffee industry, positioning it as a global contender while tapping into China’s rapidly growing specialty coffee
MTN Announces Shs 235 Billion Dividend for Shareholders
MTN Uganda Ltd has declared a second interim dividend of Shs 10.5 per share, representing a 40 percent increase from the previous payout, following strong third-quarter earnings that underscore the company’s growing leadership in digital and financial services. The dividend, totaling Shs 235.1 billion, will be paid on December 19,
Court Orders URA to Pay Shs 51M to Former employee over Unfair Dismissal
The Industrial Court has directed the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) to pay its former compliance manager, David Kalemera, Shs 51 million in compensation for unfair termination. Delivering the ruling, Justice Anthony Wabwire Musana faulted URA for violating its own disciplinary procedures and denying the former employee a fair hearing before
Afreximbank Calls for Stronger Trade Finance Capabilities to Accelerate Inclusive Growth Across Africa
At the opening of the 25th Afreximbank Trade Finance Seminar (ATFS) in Abidjan,Gwen Mwaba, Managing Director for Trade Finance and Correspondent Banking at Afreximbank, called for stronger trade finance capabilities and deeper collaboration among African financial institutions to accelerate inclusive and sustainable growth across the continent. “Africa is richly endowed
Local Leaders Praise Stanbic Bank for Empowering Women
Local leaders in the Karamoja sub-region have commended Stanbic Bank Uganda for its ongoing investment and inclusive banking agenda, which continues to empower women, youth, and farmers through affordable credit, digital inclusion, and community partnerships. The leaders made the remarks during the official opening of Stanbic’s newly relocated Moroto Branch,
dfcu Bank Strengthens Commitment to Women in Business at AWE Event
dfcu Bank joined MTN Uganda and partners at the Advancing Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Accelerator Programme event; the HER Power Tee — held at Entebbe Golf Club, to celebrate progress in women’s economic empowerment and supplier diversity. The event marked a major milestone in Uganda’s journey toward inclusive business growth, spotlighting women entrepreneurs making
aBi Finance, UIBFS launch Sustainable Finance Curriculum to boost Uganda’s financial sector
Uganda’s financial sector has been strengthened, after Tuesday’s launch of the Sustainable Finance Curriculum at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel. The Sustainable Finance Curriculum is the first comprehensive national framework designed to equip financial professionals, institutions, and stakeholders with the knowledge and practical tools required to integrate sustainability into Uganda’s financial
