Uganda Breweries has launched a campaign dubbed “Eyo Red Card,” which aims to promote responsible drinking among alcohol consumers.The campaign is a call to action for consumers to make informed and responsible choices when drinking alcohol, ensuring that a great night out doesn’t turn into a life-altering event. While speaking at the launch, the Corporate…
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…
Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL), has announced a sponsorship package of One Hundred Million Uganda Shillings (UGX 100m) towards the 100th Rotary Uganda District 9213 Conference, slated to take place from 9th to 12th April 2025 at Civil Service College in Jinja. Speaking at the event to announce the sponsorship package, the Uganda Breweries Managing Director,…
Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) is pleased to announce the return of the Diageo Bar Academy training program, designed to enhance service excellence and professionalism within Uganda’s hospitality industry. This year, the program aims to upskill 1,650 bartenders and bar staff in Kampala, reinforcing Uganda’s position as a competitive hospitality destination. The hospitality industry’s growth in…
By Robert Baldwin Much has been written about the need for Uganda to invest in its own energy infrastructure. The problem is, since 2012 over UGX 650Bn has already been raised for energy investments through the Uganda Securities Exchange (USE). The Initial Public Offer of Umeme Limited involved foreign investor Actis selling 40% of the…
Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited is pleased to announce that it has received regulatory approval for the appointment of Paul Bitature Muganwa as Executive Director, and therefore a member of the Board of Directors. The appointment is in addition to his current role as Head of Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB). The appointment increases the number…
By Esther Muthoni When women get their finances together, the whole society is better for it. Everyday, this fact gains growing importance as we at PostBank roll out our products into communities across the country. The way our society is, by accident or design, financial matters are supposed to be handled by men. The tendency…
Absa Bank Uganda has donated food items worth UGX 20,000,000 to provide meals for 500 beneficiaries during this period of Ramadan. Led by the bank’s Muslim colleagues, this initiative reflects Absa’s deep-rooted commitment to inclusive community and solidarity as it supports Imams across five selected Masjids in feeding those in need during the Holy Month….
Equity Group Holdings Plc continues to deliver solid financial results, underpinned by the Group’s strategic focus on diversification, innovation, and regional expansion. With strong liquidity, capital buffers, and robust regional businesses, the Group is poised to maintain its leadership position in the region and continue driving sustainable growth. While releasing the full year 2024 results,…
