Equity Group shareholders approve dividend
NAIROBI, Kenya — Equity Group Holdings Plc shareholders on Wednesday approved a dividend payout of 16 billion shillings (about $124 million), equivalent to 4.25 shillings per share, at the company’s 21st Annual General Meeting. The strong show of confidence also included the election of new...
NSSF Hi-Innovator program surpasses job targets, eyes major expansion
KAMPALA – The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) Hi-Innovator Program has significantly surpassed its job creation target, generating more than 202,000 jobs against a goal of 132,000, officials announced Monday in Kampala, Uganda. The five-year initiative, a collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation, also plans to...
Ministry of Agriculture updates farmers on current coffee prices
KAMPALA – The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries has released a press brief on the current coffee prices in Uganda. According to the Ministry’s market analysis report as of June 27, 2025, coffee prices have declined in the past month due to global...
Equity Bank donates Shs50M to support Pastor Kayanja’s Crusade with Benny Hinn
KAMPALA, UGANDA — Equity Bank Uganda has donated 50 million shillings to Pastor Robert Kayanja of Miracle Centre Ministries to support their upcoming three-day crusade featuring evangelist Benny Hinn.
Equity Bank, Unilever partner to boost Ugandan distributors
KAMPALA, Uganda — Equity Bank Uganda and Unilever Uganda announced a strategic financing partnership Monday aimed at boosting liquidity and operational efficiency within Unilever’s distribution network.
Ugandan youth thrive with Equity Bank’s financial literacy and support
Across Uganda, young entrepreneurs are reshaping their lives and communities, thanks to a concerted effort by Equity Bank Uganda and the Mastercard Foundation to provide financial literacy and access to capital.
How to avoid Exorbitant Car Rental Prices During Peak Season in Uganda
Planning a road trip or safari in Uganda during the peak season? You’re not alone. Uganda’s high tourist peak seasons—June to September and December to February—attract thousands of travelers eager to experience gorilla trekking, wildlife safaris, and thrilling self drive road trips. While the adventure is...
Uganda to Halt Raw Maize Exports Without Quality Certification
BWEYOGERERE —The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) is set to ban the export of unprocessed maize that does not meet new quality standards, specifically requiring a Q-mark (quality mark) and an SPS (Sanitary and Phytosanary) permit. This decisive move is aimed at combating widespread...
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