Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Absa Uganda has hosted an industry-wide workshop focused on the critical importance of data privacy in the digital age. The event was held at the Golden Tulip Hotel in an effort to boost and uphold the highest standards of ethical banking and customer …
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COMMENT | MOSES RUTAHIGWA | Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are a vital part of Uganda’s economy, comprising 90% of the private sector, employing over 2.5 million people, and contributing 20% of the country’s GDP. They embody the grit and ingenuity that define Uganda’s entrepreneurial spirit. Yet, for long …
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10 golfers will also have the opportunity to play and compete at the Magical Kenya Open Pro-Am Lugazi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The 2025 Pro-Am Tournament of the Uganda Golf Open concluded at Lugazi Hills Golf and Country Club, with Vincent Byamukama, Tatenda Makunde and Joshua Seale emerging as the …
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Abim, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | About 40 kilometres from Abim town, the day began before sunrise for the children of Barotukei Primary School. For the majority of the 1,031 pupils, the first lesson of the day was not on the blackboard but rather a gruelling, two-kilometre trek to fetch …
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Growth Driven by Lower Impairments and Pre-Provision Profit Growth Johannesburg, South Africa | THE INDEPENDENT | Absa Group delivered strong earnings growth for the first half of 2025, reflecting the successful execution of its strategic priorities. Headline earnings increased 17% as credit impairments declined and pre-provision profit grew. Revenue increased, …
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Fort Portal, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | While the legacies of many institutions often fade into obscurity, Mpanga Secondary School located in the heart of Fort Portal City, nears its 60th anniversary this December. It has endured through resilience and community support, standing as a pillar of education.Yet, for many …
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Winners Business Credit Card: Dentsu Uganda Personal Credit Card: Catherine Gita Business Debit Card: Survesis Personal Debit Card: Judith Kyokwijuka Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Absa Bank Uganda has today announced the second set of winners in its ongoing “Play Your Cards Right” 2025 campaign, with four lucky customers each …
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Johannesburg, South Africa | THE INDEPENDENT | Absa has partnered with the Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa) for the MEST Africa Challenge 2025. The partnership aims to champion African tech entrepreneurs striving to deliver technology-driven solutions for an evolving continent. The MEST Africa Challenge (MAC) is a renowned …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Absa Group CEO Kenny Fihla is visiting Uganda this week as part of his first strategic East Africa roadshow since taking up the role of Group CEO last month. The visit underscores Absa’s commitment to regional integration, customer-centricity, and long-term investment in East Africa’s …
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Partnership to advance growth and innovation across Africa Johannesburg, South Africa | THE INDEPENDENT | Absa and Visa have renewed their strategic partnership to accelerate the development of innovative, inclusive, secure, and digitally enabled financial payment ecosystems across Absa’s Regional Operations (ARO) which incorporates Absa’s presence outside South Africa. The …
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