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This initiative underscores Pesapal’s commitment to driving financial inclusion at a time when nearly 60% of Ugandan adults remain excluded from formal credit and SMEs face persistent financing gaps. By extending access to affordable, data-driven credit, Pesapal is directly supporting small businesses, which form over 90% of the private sector and contribute the majority of employment in Uganda.
The Capital Markets Authority of Uganda (CMA), in partnership with the Uganda Financial Literacy Association (UFLA), officially launched the Masaka Financial Literacy Chapter. This milestone marks a significant step in decentralizing capital markets and financial literacy efforts, ensuring that communities at the grassroots are empowered with the knowledge to make informed financial and investment decisions.
With weather-related disasters such as flooding and drought increasing by 400% in the last 50 years, putting major pressure on vital water access and sanitation systems, the Africa Climate Summit brings together countries which have contributed the least to climate change but are worst affected.
Yara Uganda has recognized and rewarded its loyal retailers under the Yara Connect program, the company’s retailer loyalty and reward platform. Through the initiative, retailers who consistently promote and sell genuine Yara products received a variety of rewards including motorbikes, mobile phones, and Yara branded merchandise.
The Uganda Institute of Banking and Financial Services (UIBFS), in partnership with the Uganda Bankers Association (UBA), officially launched the 2025 Annual Bankers’ Sports Gala through the Bankers’ Run/Walk at the UBA Offices in Muyenga.
The Uganda Institute of Banking and Financial Services (UIBFS) and Nkumba University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will see the two institutions collaborate in advancing training, skilling, and professional development for students and practitioners in Uganda’s financial and business sectors.
Indomie, the instant noodles brand loved across Uganda, has once again been crowned Best Instant Noodles at the People’s Choice Awards 2025, recently held at the Imperial Royal Hotel in Kampala. This marks the fourth consecutive win, reaffirming Indomie’s place at the heart of family mealtimes.
HACO Industries is celebrating a double victory at the prestigious People’s Choice Awards 2025, where two of its flagship brands—Sosoft Fabric Softener and Amara Skin Care—were recognized as Uganda’s most trusted brands in their categories.
Reckitt, a global leader in health, hygiene, and nutrition, continues to cement its position as a trusted partner in Uganda’s growth story. At the 2025 People’s Choice Awards, four of Reckitt’s flagship brands Dettol, Jik, Mortein, and Harpic were voted winners by Ugandan consumers, reinforcing the company’s commitment to quality, innovation, and customer trust.
The Uganda Institute of Banking and Financial Services (UIBFS), in partnership with the School of Business, Makerere University, co-hosted its inaugural Research Conference under the theme “Bridging Knowledge and Practice: Research as a Driver of Financial Sector Transformation.”