Absa Bank Uganda has recognised 13 outstanding dealer partners through the inaugural Titan Awards, a new annual initiative aimed at strengthening strategic partnerships that expand access to vehicle and asset finance, enabling businesses and individuals to invest in the productive assets that drive Uganda’s economic growth. In his remarks, David Wandera, Managing Director, Absa Bank…
The Uganda shilling strengthened against the dollar during today’s trading session, supported by subdued corporate dollar demand, according to Wednesday’s Market Report by Absa Bank Uganda. The local currency also benefited from month-end foreign exchange inflows, particularly from remittances and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). As a result, the shilling appreciated from opening levels of 3755 /…
Absa Uganda, in partnership with Reach A Hand Uganda, hosted an impactful peer-learning session at Revival Girls Secondary School in Mbarara, extending financial literacy and life skills to 345 students. The event marked another milestone in the second year of the strategic partnership built on an innovative peer-education model with Reach A Hand. The initiative…
Construction of the new St. Paul Church of Uganda Nyangilia sanctuary has received a major boost after Uganda Baati commenced roofing works on the building in Koboko District, during an event attended by various religious leaders, politicians, Christians and other well-wishers. The ceremony to hand over the roofing works to Uganda Baati Ltd was held…
Absa Uganda CFO Michael Segwaya giving his remarks during the 2nd Energy Convention At the 2nd Energy Convention held at Four Points by Sheraton on Friday, 24th July, key policy drivers and financial leaders gathered to tackle Uganda’s transition from power generation to universal access. The day commenced with a high-level dialogue and a ministerial…
Uganda Baati has hosted the national launch of National Cleaning Day specifically gor manufacturers with government and private sector leaders calling on Ugandans to take personal responsibility for keeping their homes, workplaces and communities clean. The event was officiated by the Minister of State for Industry, David Bahati, and attended by the Executive Director of…
The Uganda shilling extended its losses against the dollar in today’s trading session, pressured by strong greenback demand from the energy, manufacturing, and telecommunications sectors, according Absa Bank Market Report. According to the report, the demand outweighed the limited dollar inflows from commodity exports, remittances, and non-profit organizations. The shilling was seen trading at 3755…
The Uganda shilling extended its losses against the dollar in today’s trading session, pressured by strong greenback demand from the energy, manufacturing, and telecommunications sectors, according to Thursday Absa Market Report. The demand outweighed the limited dollar inflows from commodity exports, remittances, and non-profit organizations. The local unit opened the day trading at 3735 /…
Tom Mwanje, the Equity Bank Jinja branch manager shaking hands with Dr Kakuba Mpango, the chairman of the board of governors of Busoga High School, Kamuli after cutting the ribbon to officiate the bus. Courtesy photo Equity Bank Uganda has handed over a brand-new 2025 Isuzu 67-seater school bus to Busoga High School, Kamuli, in…
The name draws inspiration from Uganda’s reputation as the Pearl of Africa A year after rebranding from PostBank Uganda to Pearl Bank, the bank says the change has been about more than a new name and logo. It has marked a new chapter in its efforts to position itself as a Ugandan-owned bank focused on…
