Standard Bank Group Reshuffles Regional Leadership: Oigara Succeeds Mweheire as East Africa Chief, Francis Karuhanga to Lead South & Central Africa
Standard Bank Group has announced a major leadership shake-up across its Africa Regions portfolio, with Dr. Joshua Oigara taking over from Patrick Mweheire as Regional Chief Executive for East Africa, and Francis Karuhanga stepping into the role of Regional Chief Executive for South and Central...
Japan readies $5 billion support for new ‘Indian Ocean-Africa’ economic zone
Japan plans to channel key investments into Africa by encouraging Japanese multinationals operating in India and the Middle East to set up shop in the continent. Investment move comes at a time when Beijing is equally ramping up its presence in Africa while Washington unleashes...
Sudhir honors late son Rajiv with iconic RR initials on Pearl Tower
KAMPALA, UGANDA — In a powerful tribute that has reshaped Kampala’s skyline, tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia has honored his late son, Rajiv Ruparelia, by dedicating the newly unveiled RR Pearl Tower One in his memory. The building, the first phase of the ambitious Pearl Business Park,...
How Foreign Exits are Opening Opportunities in East Africa’s Stock Markets
When big investors step back, the price of stocks can temporarily fall, even though the companies themselves remain solid and profitable. In finance, this is called a market inefficiency - the stock price does not fully reflect its true value.
Uganda confirms accepting US deportees from other African countries
Uganda confirms a temporary deal to receive select U.S. deportees from other African countries, excluding criminal offenders under a ‘safe third country’ process. Here’s what it means.
Equity Bank’s TUPANGE forum boosts entrepreneurs in Mbale
MBALE, Uganda — The first regional TUPANGE Business Ne Equity Nationwide Forum, hosted by Equity Bank Uganda, drew more than 500 small and medium enterprise owners, innovators and entrepreneurs to Mbale on Tuesday.
PostBank Uganda expands financial access with Wendi training program
KAMPALA, Uganda— PostBank Uganda’s digital mobile wallet, Wendi, has trained more than 5,000 people in Kampala, Wakiso, and Mukono districts as part of a campaign to accelerate financial inclusion.
Opportunity Bank Uganda at 30: Celebrating Inclusive Banking, Community Impact, and the Opening of 25th Branch at Rwamwanja
Opportunity Bank Uganda marked its 30th anniversary with a grand dinner at Mestil Hotel, celebrating three decades of inclusive banking and community transformation. The milestone event also heralded the opening of its 25th branch in Rwamwanja Refugee Settlement, extending financial access to over 110,000 refugees...
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