Business

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | There was a fall in the value of demand for and subsequent payout of retirement benefits by Ugandans over the last year, at least according to the National Social Security Fund. There had been increasing payout amounts over the last three years, in addition to …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a groundbreaking shift, Ugandan female youth innovators have outshone their male counterparts by clinching top prizes in the 2024 Agriculture, Youth, and Technology (AYuTe) challenge, a competition designed to transform Africa’s agricultural landscape. Organized annually by Heifer International, Uganda, AYuTe serves as a dynamic …

Recycler ATMs have reduced dependency on bank staff, allowing you to handle your transactions quickly and efficiently, which can be a significant time-saver Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | It is a late Friday night, dark and lonely. You pace around, soliciting a cash bailout from your friends and anyone else, …

Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Jinja is ready to take on the challenges that come with being elevated to a city status, including garbage collection, Juliet Agnes Kadama, the Chairperson of Finance and Planning, has said. Kadama said this Wednesday as she welcomed a partnership between Pepsi, Crown Beverages and Waste …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Evolve Africa, a leading marketing organisation, has announced the formation of the Evolve Marketing Council. This new body aims to set industry standards and promote professional excellence in marketing. The council comprises six respected industry professionals: Dr. Benedict Mugerwa, Ngulumi Immaculate Nabatte, Johnpaul Okwi, Jackie …

Kagadi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The police in Kagadi are currently pursuing unidentified thugs who raided Namilyango Cell in Kagadi Town Council, Kagadi District, on Wednesday night and stole three keys belonging to Centenary Bank’s Kagadi branch. The exact time of the raid remains unknown. The thieves targeted the …

SMEs Encouraged To Embrace Equity Bank Technology For Growth, Sustainability and Ease Of Market Access Kampala, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | Up to 96% of all customer transactions at Equity Bank Uganda are already through digital channels. About 50% of all Equity Bank Uganda customers are tele-connected and can access their …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Glovo Uganda, a leading on-demand delivery platform, has appointed Ivy Maingi as its new General Manager. Maingi brings a wealth of experience in marketing, management, and the technology sector to the role. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communication and Media Studies, Maingi …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Stanbic Bank Uganda received the 2024 ‘Best Corporate Banking Services’ award during a recent high-profile event hosted by Consumers Choice Awards (CCA) and graced by Amelia Anne Kyambadde, the Senior Presidential Advisor on Industry. This is the sixth edition of the awards specifically organized by …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | GardaWorld Security (“GardaWorld”), a global champion in security services, integrated risk management, and cash solutions, announced the rebranding of its Ugandan operations from KK Security to GardaWorld Security on August 1, 2024. On Wednesday 18th September 2024, the company hosted clients, partners, and employees for …