Business

 Kuza School Challenge to Foster Financial Literacy and Social Entrepreneurship in Schools Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Liberty Life Assurance Uganda has launched the Kuza School Challenge, a transformative initiative aimed at equipping students with essential financial literacy and entrepreneurship skills. According to officials, the challenge focuses on nurturing …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT & URN | The National Social Security Fund (NSSF), has reported a drop in the number of savers seeking to withdraw their accrued benefits across all categories. The fund on Tuesday presented its performance report for the year ending 30th June 2024. From the report, it …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Flex Money Group, a leading remittance provider in Africa, has expanded its operations into Uganda with the acquisition of both Forex and International Money Remittance licenses. Operating under the brand name InstaRemit, the company has also opened its first customer engagement centre in Kampala. This …

Equity Bank Unveils Digital Savings Options To Boost Financial Inclusion Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Equity Bank has again shown it is a leading champion of financial inclusion on the local market by adopting ‘Kaboxi’ as it unveiled a range of new digital savings products designed to help customers save …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A new $508,000 initiative launched by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), in partnership with TradeMark Africa (TMA) and the East African Business Council (EABC), will empower 3,000 farmers, processors, and private proprietors, along with 220 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across East …

The telco’s revenue grew to Shs 960 billion, supported by its robust distribution network of partners and agents Kampala Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Uganda reported a 6.5% decline in net profit to Shs 153.2 billion for H1 2024, on the back of increased operating expenses, particularly in access charges, …

Kampala, | THE INDEPENDENT | 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 15 th Annual CEO Forum, which was held today at Mestil Hotel …

Kampala, Uganda | Patricia Akankwatsa | MTN Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of MTN Uganda, has partnered with Tunaweza Foundation to launch an inclusive technology hub for persons living with different abilities. The hub, equipped with 10 computers, free internet connection for a year, and backup computer power valued at …

KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | The China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) on Thursday awarded 218 students from the oil-rich districts of Hoima and Kikuube in western Uganda. According to a statement issued by CNOOC Uganda Limited, the awards, held in collaboration with local education offices, aim to promote academic …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Huawei, a global information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices firm, has been awarded the prestigious Eastern Africa Cybersecurity Leadership and Innovation Award at the East Africa Internet Governance Forum (EAIGF). The event, held from September 11 – 12 at the Serena Hotel …