Absa Bank Uganda has tapped Kampala Capital City Authority’s Executive Director, Ms. Sharifah Buzeki, as the Chief Runner for the 2025 Absa KH3 7 Hills Run. Ms. Buzeki’s participation underscores the importance of public-private partnerships in driving meaningful social change.While receiving her kit from the Absa team, Ms Buzeki noted that “Joining the Absa KH3-7…
Absa Group earnings increased 10% in 2024, underpinned by a material improvement in the second half, demonstrating meaningful progress after a disappointing first half. Earnings were driven by both a more supportive operating environment and deliberate steps taken to support performance. “Our organisation rallied in the second half, refining our focus areas to ensure that…
Absa Bank Uganda, in partnership with Visa, has launched three new premium card solutions—Infinite, Signature, and Business Credit Cards—designed to cater to the unique needs of affluent and business customers. The Infinite Card, a globally recognized ultra-premium debit or credit card, is the first smart, elegant, metallic card on the market. It is tailored for…
Absa Bank Uganda has reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing Ugandan golf talent by sponsoring a team of ten players to compete in the esteemed 2025 Absa Magical Kenya Open. The golfers will participate in the Pro-Am event on February 19, ahead of the main four-day tournament running from February 19 to 23 at the renowned…
A life-changing moment unfolded in Mitoma District as Susan Kyokusiima, a hardworking farmer and bar owner, saw her fortunes turn around after winning UGX 50 million in the Uganda Breweries Laga Swagga Campaign. Susan, who initially joined the campaign with the simple hope of winning airtime, was left stunned when she emerged as the grand…
Uganda Breweries has today donated items worth UGX 30M to the Luzira Youth and Women community. The donation includes 400 plastic chairs, 10 tables, 2 portable mini-sound systems, and 4-fifty-seater tents which will serve as revenue-generating assets through hire towards community development initiatives. While handing over the items to the Youth and Women community in…
Mastercard Inc opened its first office in Uganda’s capital Kampala, expanding its East African footprint as part of efforts to drive financial inclusion and digital payment adoption in the region, the company said. The move comes as Uganda’s economy is projected to grow 6.2% annually through 2025, according to government estimates. Mastercard said its local…
Absa Uganda, in partnership with the Kampala Hash House Harriers, has announced the third edition of the Absa KH3-7 Hills Run, slated for March 16, 2025. The announcement was made at the weekly hash run. The iconic 21-km race traverses the historic seven hills of Kampala—Kibuli, Nakasero, Old Kampala, Namirembe, Rubaga, Lubiri, and Nsambya—offering a…
Absa Bank has unveiled ‘It’s your turn. Jooga 2025 with Absa’, a campaign offering a number of financial services to both individuals and businesses to empower them to achieve their 2025 goals. Speaking at the campaign unveiling at Absa Bank Uganda’s head office in Kampala, Absa’s Ag. Retail and Business Banking Director Ronald Kamulegeya said…
UBL managing director Andrew Kolinzo (L) recieves the Award from Henry Musasizi, State minister of Finance (General Duties) during the ceremony held at the URA headquarters in Nakawa.
