mentorship Archives – CEO East Africa

DISCIPLINE, STRATEGY, AND SUSTAINABILITY: 10 Financial Leadership Lessons from Wazalendo SACCO’s CFO, Maj. Julius Katanaka

by Muhereza KyamuteteraThe Big Story The CFO PlaybookJanuary 13, 2025January 13, 2025

1. Discipline and Integrity: The Cornerstones of LeadershipMajor Katanaka’s military background underscores the importance of discipline and integrity in financial leadership. He argues that these principles are universally applicable and essential for managing finances responsibly.“In the military, discipline is our first priority. Even in this profession, discipline and integrity are…

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Breaking Barriers: Gender, Innovation, and the Future of Finance

by Muhereza KyamuteteraFinance The Big Story The CFO PlaybookJanuary 5, 2025January 5, 2025

The financial profession is undergoing a seismic shift. The age-old notions of bookkeeping and audit trails have given way to a dynamic era where finance leaders are pivotal in shaping strategy, driving innovation, and leading organisations into the future. During a conversation hosted by CEO East Africa Magazine, Charlotte Kukunda,…

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Airtel Uganda, UNICEF and Project Girls 4 Girls Mentorship Inspire Students to Overcome Life’s Challenges

by Brian EmorutNews & Analysis ProfilesDecember 8, 2024December 8, 2024

“I have faced unimaginable challenges, but God has been my source of strength, keeping me going in school,” said a senior three female student of Oriajin Senior Secondary School in Arua alias Sandra. She shared her story during a Zoom mentorship session themed, “Igniting Your Dreams Through Resilience,” organized by…

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dfcu Bank continues legacy of empowering women entrepreneurs through GROW project

by Paul MurungiCompany NewsSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 2024

dfcu Bank has announced its role as an implementing partner for the Government of Uganda’s GROW Project, a new initiative dedicated to supporting women entrepreneurs in scaling their businesses, sustaining self-employment, and creating more jobs across the country. This launch further solidifies dfcu Bank’s longstanding commitment to empowering women entrepreneurs through…

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Equity Leaders Programme Scholars urged to drive the future through Innovation and Technology

by Paul MurungiThe Big StoryJuly 27, 2024July 28, 2024

Mr. Sam Bwaya, the Board Director at Equity Group Foundation (EGF) has urged the Equity Leaders Program (ELP) Scholars to be more innovative and drive the future with the help of technology to create an impact in their lives and communities.Mr. Bwaya was speaking to 40 exceptional university students who…

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WOMEN FIXING UGANDA: Meet Eva Naisanga, Head of Central Operations at dfcu Bank

by Paul MurungiProfiles The Big Story Women Fixing Uganda Women In LeadershipJune 19, 2024June 19, 2024

Knowing exactly how each piece of the puzzle fits together is probably the most appropriate skill that someone who occupies the role of Head of Central Operations could have. At dfcu Bank, Eva Naisanga is exactly that person. She started acquiring these skills when she joined the Bank’s Masaka Branch…

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