Uganda Development Bank to Host Inaugural Summit on Africa’s Development Finance
Uganda Development Bank (UDB) is gearing up to host a first-of-its-kind event that could reshape the trajectory of Africa’s development finance landscape. From September 1–2, 2025, the inaugural Uganda Development Finance Summit will take place at the Speke Resort Convention Centre, drawing more than 400 influential voices from across the
Kenny Fihla Embarks on East Africa Roadshow, Reaffirms Absa’s Commitment to Uganda
Absa Group Chief Executive Officer Kenny Fihla visited Uganda this week as part of his first strategic East Africa roadshow since assuming the role last month. The visit underscores Absa’s commitment to deepening client relationships, supporting regional integration, and reinforcing its long-term investment in East Africa’s economic growth. The roadshow,
Africa’s Business Heroes Unveils Top 50 Finalists for 2025 Edition
Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH), the flagship philanthropic initiative of the Alibaba Philanthropy, is proud to announce the Top 50 finalists of its 2025 Prize Competition—marking a record-breaking year for participation and regional representation. This year, ABH received 32,000 applications, the highest in the competition’s history, with submissions from all 54 African countries –
Absa and Visa Extend Strategic Partnership to Drive Innovation and Growth Across Africa
Absa and Visa have renewed their strategic partnership to accelerate the growth of inclusive, secure, and digitally enabled financial ecosystems across Absa’s Regional Operations (ARO)—representing its footprint outside South Africa. The agreement, formalized at a signing ceremony in Johannesburg, marks a significant milestone in a longstanding relationship that has already
Coca-Cola Beverages supports people with disabilities to grow their businesses
A group of 100 people with disabilities in Kayunga District have been trained in retail business management, supported with mentorship and startup resources to promote financial independence and economic sustainability, through a partnership between Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) and Twahira Islamic Charity Organisation (TICO). According to the latest disability data
MTN Uganda Shareholders Approve Structural Separation of MoMo Business
MTN Uganda Limited has received shareholder approval for the proposed structural separation of its mobile money and fintech business, MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited (“MTN MoMo”), marking a significant milestone in the company’s strategic evolution. The resolution was passed during a hybrid Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) held earlier today, where
Top African and Global Voices in Technology to Speak at Africa Tech Festival 2025
Africa Tech Festival the longest running and most influential tech event on the continent, has announced the first wave of 25 headline speakers for its 2025 edition, bringing together influential voices from global tech, government, and business who are driving the growth and transformation of Africa’s digital economy. The 2025
University Students Empowered with Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurial Skills through Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda Initiative
University students across Uganda have been equipped with financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills through a programme called Campus Version 2025, supported by Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) and Family Uplift. The Campus Version 2025 programme aims to equip students with practical financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills that can help them make
Infobip brings voice calling to WhatsApp Business users
Global cloud communications platform Infobip, today announced the launch of WhatsApp Business Calling, a new feature that enables businesses to make and receive voice calls via their WhatsApp Business numbers. This addition enhances Infobip’s omnichannel platform by delivering richer, real-time conversations within the messaging app used by millions worldwide. The
MTN Uganda and Smart Girls Foundation Graduate 298 Youths in Tech and Vocational Skills
MTN Uganda, in partnership with Smart Girls Foundation, has successfully graduated 298 young people under its flagship Girls in Tech and Girls with Tools programmes. The initiative is aimed at reducing youth unemployment and closing the digital skills gap in one of Africa’s youngest nations. The 2025 cohort included 248
