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The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has announced that he will not be running in the 2026 presidential elections, contrary to the expectations of some of his supporters. Instead, he declared his continued dedication to the military. Gen. Kainerugaba, who also serves as the chairman of the Patriotic League of Uganda, endorsed President Yoweri Museveni’s presidential bid in a post on X, Saturday morning. “I would like to announce that I will not be on the ballot paper in 2026. Almighty God told me to focus on His Army first. So, I fully endorse President Yoweri Museveni in…
MTN Uganda, through its corporate social responsibility arm, MTN Foundation, has today enhanced the digital learning environment at St. Catherine Girls Secondary School in Kazo District, with the donation of a fully furnished computer lab valued at UGX 65 million. As part of MTN’s Digital Access Program, the support includes 10 computers, a year of free internet access, and backup power systems, further reinforcing the company’s commitment to fostering digital inclusion and empowering young women across the country. Andrew Tusubira, Regional Commercial Head – West at MTN Uganda, emphasized that this initiative aligns with MTN Uganda’s Ambition 2025 Strategy, which…
In line with the growing connectivity across Africa, Uganda Airlines has expanded its flight offerings by introducing a new route to Abuja, Nigeria. This addition brings the airline’s total destinations to over 20, following the launch of its services to Lagos, the country’s commercial center, just one year ago. On September 12, Uganda Airlines celebrated the inaugural flight to Abuja, which took off from Entebbe at 4 PM and arrived at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja at 6:15 PM the same day. The airline will operate these flights using its flagship Airbus A330-800neo aircraft, with services scheduled for Thursdays…
The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Katonga faction remains adamant about using royal blue and white as the colours for their proposed political party, the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF). This follows a letter from the Electoral Commission (EC) last week, which noted that both the name and colours intended for PFF have already been claimed by existing political parties. In a letter signed by Russel Jacques Leonard Mulekwah, the secretary of the Electoral Commission, it was stated that the initials “PFF” and the royal blue colours are not permissible due to complaints raised by the People Power Front (PPF)…
Uganda’s once-untouchable business titan, Patrick Bitature, has been dealt a crushing blow in a legal saga that has sent shockwaves through the nation’s financial and corporate circles. According to the Daily Monitor, on September 16th, the Commercial Division of the High Court delivered a monumental ruling that left the country’s business community gasping in disbelief. Presiding over the case with unflinching authority, Justice Harriet Grace Magala dismissed Bitature’s desperate plea to defend a staggering $13 million (approximately Shs48 billion) award to Absa Bank. The court’s decision, which can only be described as a legal earthquake, not only shattered Bitature’s hopes but…
A shocking tale of alleged banking malpractice has left a single mother, Hamba Coreen, languishing in Luzira Prison for three months without a court appearance. Her ordeal began when masked men abducted her from a school gate in Entebbe, claiming she owed I&M Bank approximately UGX 100 million. However, Coreen vehemently denies the debt, insisting she had previously cleared a UGX 60 million loan with Orient Bank in 2013. “In fact, that when Orient was closing, it called all its clients including Coreen asking her whether they still needed their accounts to continue, so that they could be passed on…
Equity Bank has today unveiled a range of new digital savings products designed to help customers save seamlessly, grow their money and reach their financial goals with greater ease. Accessible through the bank’s Mobile App and online platforms, the offerings include Classic Savings, Call Deposit, Goal Savings and Fixed Deposit Savings, giving both current customers and future clients more convenient ways to manage and save money. The new digital savings products were introduced with a disruptive campaign dubbed ‘Kaboxi,’ which illustrated the traditional ways in which a vast population saves their money in a physical wooden savings box, also commonly…
The Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) section of Stanbic Bank Uganda—a member of the Standard Bank Group, has launched a new campaign dubbed, “we believe in here” aimed at underscoring the lender’s commitment to its purpose of ‘driving Uganda’s growth.’ As one of the world’s most entrepreneurial countries, Stanbic Bank believes that supporting the local business community is the best way to drive Uganda’s growth and that what entrepreneurs need is a commercial bank that believes in their dreams. Paul Bitature Muganwa , the CIB Executive Head at Stanbic Bank Uganda said, “our new campaign—we believe in here” is a…
Remember the struggle of running out of data mid-week or having nothing to binge-watch over the weekend? Well, MTN Uganda just upped your digital game with the refreshed Gaga campaign! We got exclusive access to Somdev Sen, MTN Uganda’s Chief Marketing Officer, to unpack all the amazing new offers designed to keep you connected, entertained, and living your best online life, every single day. Q: So Somdev, what’s the big deal with the new Gaga Every Day campaign? Somdev Sen: It’s all about giving our customers more! We revamped the Gaga bundles to offer greater flexibility and value. Whether they’re…
Leaders of Ugandan corporate entities have been urged to take bold steps in leadership, to guide their organisations towards sustainable success. This call was made to Ugandan CEOs and top managers attending the 15th Annual CEO Forum, which was held today at Mestil Hotel and Residences in Kampala. The Forum, held annually, gathers top executives and managers from various corporate entities to develop and exchange strategies for effectively leading their companies while adapting to changes in their operating environment. Held under the theme: Only One Earth -Our Purpose and Mandate, the 15th Forum, called upon top corporate and government leaders…