By PDG Robert Waggwa Nsibirwa We all dream of a peaceful Uganda, a peaceful East Africa and a very much more peaceful Africa. Despite many years of prayers, dreams, and...
The Rotary community in Africa is celebrating the confirmation of Rotarian Emmanuel Katongole as the incoming Rotary International Director (RID) for Zone 22 (Africa). He is a former District Governor...
Airtel Africa has announced that its five-year partnership with United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), aimed at transforming education across the continent, has connected over 1,500 schools to the internet, trained...
Stanbic Bank Uganda has donated essential medical supplies and equipment valued at UGX 26 million to two health facilities in Nakaseke district. This initiative aims to strengthen maternal healthcare services...
Stanbic Bank Uganda has clinched the prestigious title of “Most Admired Financial Services” Brand at the 2024 Brand Africa Awards. The recognition was announced during a high-profile event held recently...
Prudential Uganda has partnered with Standard Chartered Bank to offer comprehensive insurance solutions. The partnership was officially launched in the presence of key leaders from both organizations, reflecting a shared…
South African fintech start-up Omnisient has received a $7.5 million investment from Arise, a company that invests in African financial service providers and fintechs that advance financial inclusion. Founded in…
In a move that sparked widespread controversy, the Kenyan government recently announced a $2.047 billion deal with Adani Airport Holdings Ltd., an Indian conglomerate founded by Gautam Adani, to expand…
The Rwandan government has renewed its commitment to promoting electric mobility by extending the zero-rated import duty on electric and hybrid vehicles until the end of the fiscal year 2024/25….
The Bugesera International Airport, located about 40 kilometres south of Kigali, is making significant strides in its construction, with ground-level facilities and infrastructure now reported to be 85% complete. Managed…
Mastercard Foundation has appointed Kenyan business executive, Carole Wamuyu Wainana to its Board of Directors. Carole joins Mastercard Foundation on the back of a tremendous 35-year career as a business…
Uganda is set to host the 8th edition of the East Africa Venture Capital Association (EAVCA) Annual Private Capital Conference on the 13th of June 2024 at Speke Resort Convention…
Rwanda is set to commence the construction of its ambitious Kigali Innovation City (KIC) in September 2024 after key details regarding the project’s financing were agreed upon on the sidelines…
The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) of Rwanda has welcomed seasoned Botswana financial markets guru, Thapelo Tsheole, as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) replacing Eric Bundugu who has been acting…
In yet another solid step towards its 5-year growth and expansion strategy to become the “World’s Most Respected African Bank”, Access Bank Plc has announced that it has signed a…