Francis Mulero Kamya, Head of Personal and Business Banking at Exim Bank Uganda Ltd Kampala, Uganda | URN | Exim Bank Uganda Ltd has launched E-ssanyu, a new campaign designed to make digital banking more convenient and rewarding by offering zero charges on online transactions, cashback on every transaction, and the chance to win a getaway to Lemala Wild Waters Lodge. Through E-ssanyu, customers can enjoy zero-charge transactions across the bank’s digital banking channels, including USSD, the Exim Bank website, Exim Mobile App and bank cards. In addition to saving on transaction charges, customers will earn cashback on every transaction…
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Officials pose for a group photo after the launch. Kampala, Uganda | ENTEBBENEWS.NET | Service Cops Limited, the technology partner behind Kwaata Sente, has pledged continued innovation in digital lending following the official launch of the mobile- based credit solution in Kampala on Sept.27. Kwaata Sente brings together Centenary Bank, Airtel Money, gnuGrid Technologies and Service Cops to expand access to short-term credit for eligible Airtel Money customers in Uganda. The solution allows customers to apply for loans through their mobile money wallets, with approved funds disbursed directly to their Airtel Money accounts. Borrowing starts at Shs10, 000, subject to…
Legendary singer Juliana Kanyomozi has vowed to keep the identity of her son’s father a mystery Juliana welcomed her son, Taj, six years ago, and she took it upon herself to not only adopt a different style of parenting but also keep her love life away from the public eye. Unlike her previous motherhood journey, which she shared publicly, Juliana chose to keep her second pregnancy private. Only a small circle of family and close friends knew she was expecting, and she only announced the news after giving birth. Despite social media keeping pushing her to reveal the identity of her son’s…
Singer Carol Nantongo has addressed allegations suggesting that she was facing domestic violence at the hands of her husband, Dylan Ssemwogerere. Dylan and Carol held their lavish kukyala ceremony last year before welcoming their first child together a few months after. It was not long before social media started buzzing with allegations that Dylan was constantly physically abusing the singer, who was a new mother at that time. During her media interview, Carol Nantongo expressed her disappointment in the allegations, deeming them false and baseless. She cautioned the public to desist from spreading false rumors without evidence, as they could…
Former comedian-turned-pastor Sammy Okanya of Da Mighty Family is currently behind bars over failure to pay back the money he borrowed. Sammy was reportedly arrested on Sunday and has been detained at Katwe Police Station to date. According to reports, the pastor is behind bars over claims that he borrowed $10,000 from a Sudanese resident but unfortunately failed to pay back the loan. He claimed that he obtained that money for missionary work, which included spreading the gospel, organising crusades in different areas in and outside the country. He also claimed that he used part of that money to go outside Uganda…
Committee on ICT meeting KACITA and other petitioners. Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Government has sought two weeks to resolve a dispute over the licensing of local Wi-Fi hotspot operators, following concerns that existing regulatory requirements could force small businesses out of the market and disrupt access to affordable internet. ICT Minister Kasule Lumumba told Parliament’s Committee on Information and Communications Technology that the ministry needed more time to consult telecommunications companies, internet service providers, regulators and the petitioners before presenting a comprehensive solution. The dispute follows a petition by the Kampala City Traders Association (KACITA), which wants Parliament…
Margaret Kafeero, at the embassy in Addis, hosted (L-R) Dosseh Assiongbon, Dr. Celestin Gatarayiha, Irene Ngaiza-Rutega and Amb. Solomon Rutega in Addis Ababa today. COURTESY PHOTO Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | The Uganda Embassy in Addis Ababa has expressed strong support for the Inter-African Coffee Organisation (IACO) and its newly opened office at the African Union headquarters, reaffirming Uganda’s commitment to a continental strategy aimed at transforming Africa’s coffee sector. The support was conveyed during a courtesy call on the Chargé d’Affaires a.i. at the Uganda Embassy, Margaret Kafeero, by Ambassador Solomon Rutega, Secretary-General of IACO. The…
The infrastructure in place to drive oil through pipelines to the coast. Oil and natural gas systems encompass wells, gas gathering and processing facilities, storage, and transmission and distribution pipelines. Will the operation in Uganda stop the escape of methane? Kampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda’s preparations to reduce methane emissions from its emerging oil and gas industry face questions over whether the country will have adequate monitoring systems, clear regulations and enforceable controls in place before commercial production begins. A briefing by the Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) identifies gaps in Uganda’s legal, technical and institutional readiness to monitor…
Jimmy D. Mugerwa, Chairman of the Board of Directors of dfcu Limited (middle) with other dfcu officials and guests at the launch in Kigo Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | dfcu Bank Limited has launched its inaugural Report to Society 2025, documenting how its banking operations and community investment initiatives have contributed to Uganda’s economic development, financial inclusion and community wellbeing. The launch at Serena Hotel – Kigo brought together leaders from dfcu Limited, dfcu Bank and dfcu Foundation, alongside customers, stakeholders and partners. The report consolidated evidence of dfcu’s work financing SMEs, supporting women entrepreneurs, strengthening agricultural…
Pupils Crossing Busia, Lumino-Majanji Highway (photo by Gabriel Mukisa) Busia, Uganda | URN | A section of residents in Busia District has appealed to the government to construct flyovers at three schools located along the 104-kilometre Busia-Lumino-Majanji highway to reduce road accidents involving learners and motorists. The affected schools are Sifuyo Primary School and Busyabala Primary School, whose playgrounds are located across the highway, and Dabani Girls Nursery and Primary School, whose dormitories are situated on the opposite side of the road. Charles Okumu, the Busia District Senior Education Officer, said residents had repeatedly raised concerns about the…