Stanbic Holdings Plc has announced a leadership transition that will take effect at the end of February 2026. Patrick Mweheire will retire as Chief Executive and Director of the Company effective 28 February 2026, concluding a tenure that began on 3 March 2020. During his leadership, he played a central role in executing the Company’s…
Absa Bank Uganda has appointed Catherine Kijjagulwe as head of Markets, effective 20 January 2026. Kijjagulwe brings over two decades of deep expertise in financial markets, with a strong track record in treasury management, trading, and market strategy. She previously served as Head of Trading at Absa Bank Uganda, where she played a pivotal role…
Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) has announced the appointment of Felicite Nson as Managing Director, making her the first woman to lead one of Uganda’s most iconic and enduring brands. Nson succeeds Andrew Kilonzo, who has been appointed Managing Director of Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL). With more than 20 years of leadership experience across Africa, Nson…
Absa Bank Uganda has announced the appointment of two new Non-Executive Directors to its Board; Hassan Saleh and Gloria Byamugisha. Hassan Saleh is a seasoned business executive with extensive experience across the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), telecommunications, and broadcasting sectors. Gloria Byamugisha is a distinguished human resource professional with over 25 years of experience spanning…
Equity Bank Uganda, a subsidiary of Equity Group Holdings Plc, has announced the appointment of Claver Serumaga as the Executive Director. He is a seasoned banker with over 20 years of experience in the banking industry. He will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and driving the growth of the bank’s Commercial Banking Division. He…
Absa Bank Uganda is pleased to announce the appointment of David Wandera as Managing Director, effective 5 May 2025, following the necessary regulatory approval from the Bank of Uganda. David is an accomplished banker with over 20 years of diverse experience in business leadership, financial management, strategy and stakeholder engagement. Prior to this appointment, he…
Absa Uganda’s Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Keith Kalyegira as the new Chairman of the Board, effective 1 March 2025. Keith is a highly respected and seasoned advisor on strategy, investments, and capital markets, with a wealth of experience cutting across both the public and private sectors. Keith previously served as the…
Absa Bank Uganda is pleased to announce the appointment of Moses Rutahigwa as Retail and Business Banking Director, effective 02 May 2025. With 17 years of extensive experience in the banking sector, Moses joins Absa from Standard Chartered Bank Botswana, where he served as Head of Wealth and Retail Banking. His appointment reaffirms Absa’s commitment…
Absa Group Limited today announced that its board of directors has appointed Kenny Fihla, a senior financial services executive with 20 years of experience, as its new Group Chief Executive Officer, effective 17 June 2025, subject to regulatory approval. “Kenny is a recognised leader with substantial Pan-African banking experience, has relationships across the banking and financial…
Equity Bank Uganda, a subsidiary of Equity Group Holdings Plc has announced the appointment of Gift Shoko as Managing Director. Mr. Shoko is a seasoned banker with over 26 years of experience in the banking industry. He has a rich background in commercial multi-regional banking and leadership across Southern and Eastern Africa. Prior to his…
