PostBank Uganda driven by its purpose of Fostering Prosperity for Ugandans has completed Ushs 6 billion disbursement of the first tranche of the GROW loan to 353 women entrepreneurs. This is a project funded by the World Bank and implemented by the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development in partnership with Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU). GROW Loan is a government-backed initiative aimed at fostering entrepreneurship among women by providing affordable loans and business development support, focusing on boosting financial inclusion and promoting economic growth in Uganda. The GROW project aims to support women in transitioning from micro and…
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Rotary Uganda in association with the Rotary Foundation launched the 4th Edition of the Africa Peace Concert, a vibrant and hybrid musical event set for 10th January 2025. The Africa Peace Concert aims to raise $500,000 towards peace building and conflict transformation while connecting artistes with fans beyond traditional venues. Funds collected will facilitate the sustainability of the Makerere Rotary Peace Centre which is the first of its kind in Africa. The Makerere Rotary Peace Centre was inaugurated in February 2020 and has since become a beacon of hope and education for peace building and conflict transformation. Every year, Rotary…
Treescape Planet Organisation, a leading environmental NGO, and Samasource, a global tech company providing AI-driven computer vision solutions, are proud to launch the Sama Green Initiative, a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) campaign aimed at tree planting and environmental education in schools across Uganda. The inaugural event, held at East Kololo Primary School, brought together students, educators, employees of Samasource and local community members to plant a variety of native and fruit-bearing trees. This initiative is part of a broader effort to combat deforestation, promote biodiversity, and foster environmental awareness among Uganda’s youth. Representing Treescape Planet at the event was…
By David Isabirye The Uganda Police is on a serious hunt for a suspected homosexual called Alex Kasujja, 25 who went on the run in June 2021 following the arrest of his partner-in-crime James Mugalu. It was reported that Kasujja and Mugalu were caught having a gay intimate moment in 2021 and after a heavy beating and serious battering by an angry mob, Kasujja escaped first to a distant village in Masaka and went into hiding. To this date, the whereabouts of Kasujja remain unclear and unknown at large. Background: With the enactment of a harsh Anti-homosexuality law…
Namaara Jovia Tugume, the current lady captain at Entebbe Club is one of the influential ladies in Entebbe Municipality. Endowed with rich expertise in leadership, sports, business and tourism, Namaara shares her life story, scores thus far and bold aspirations including eyeing the MP seat for Entebbe come the forthcoming national elections in 2026. Who is Jovia Tugume? My full name is Namaara Jovia Tugume. I am a proud resident of Bugonga, Entebbe – Division A. I come from a family deeply rooted in Entebbe. I am married to David Tugume Bachengana. Together, we have been blessed with three children. …
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape worldwide, the caliber of Human Capital in any given organization has become pivotal to its success. Collectively, human Capital refers to the set of skills, knowledge and experience possessed by the Organization’s workforce, and these have since emerged as the number key driver for competitive advantage in any industry or sector. With increased automation, companies can no longer give lip service to the centrality of people to their businesses and eventual success or not. Therefore, effective management and development of Human Capital “people” are foundational to building a resilient organization that is capable of…
PostBank Uganda (PBU) in partnership with MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited (MTN MoMo) have launched Xtracash, a digital Micro Lending solution that is positioned to extend short term facilities to MTN mobile money subscribers. This initiative is poised to provide approximately 13 million mobile wallet holders in the country with convenient access to financial assistance. XtraCash will be accessible through MTN mobile money, a leading mobile money operator, in partnership with PBU as the financial partner providing much needed support to customers by extending micro-loans for everyday financial needs. While launching the new service, PostBank Uganda, Managing Director, Julius Kakeeto,…
In a bid to revolutionize science education, the Ministry of Education and Sports, under the Uganda Secondary Education Expansion program, has trained 40 science teachers from 40 secondary schools in Adjumani and Moyo districts. The five-day ICT training boot camp, hosted at St. Mary Assumpta Secondary School, aimed to integrate technology into science teaching and learning. Alex Opono, ICT teacher at St. Mary Assumpta Girls SS, praised the initiative: “We’re thrilled to have hosted this groundbreaking training. Airtel and UNICEF’s support has been invaluable, providing seamless internet connectivity and computers.” St. Mary Assumpta Girls SS is part of more than…
Caring for a baby’s skin requires gentle, thoughtful attention since their skin is much more delicate and sensitive than an adults. As parents or caregivers, ensuring that the baby’s skin remains soft, healthy, and free from irritants is a top priority. In this article, we share an effective baby skincare routine that most parents have successfully practiced on their babies with sensitive skins. Esther Namuwaya says it’s been a trial-and-error journey for her but she confidently says that she finally cracked it. As the festive season approaches, stocking up on baby essentials is paramount. Products such as diapers, baby oil,…
PostBank Uganda whose purpose is to foster prosperity for Ugandans secured an accolade at the just concluded Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU), Awards that aimed at celebrating individuals and entities that are greatly contributing to the accountancy profession in Uganda. Just like the previous years, the 29th ICPAU Annual Seminar, kicked off with a 3-day seminar that focused on Environmental Social Governance (ESG) held under the theme “Driving Sustainability and Trust”, and it was climaxed by an awards ceremony at Imperial Resort Beach Hotel in Entebbe. The Registrar General and Executive Director of the Uganda Registration Services…