Equity Bank Uganda Limited announced the appointment of Mr. Anthony Kituuka as the new Managing Director with immediate effect. Prior to his appointment Mr Kituuka served as the Executive Director Equity Bank Uganda Limited from 2016. He previously served as the Executive Director for Regional Subsidiaries from 2014 to 2016. He is a career banker with over fifteen years of experience. He holds an MBA in Oil and Gas from Middlesex University, London and a Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics and Applied Economics from Makerere University, Uganda. He is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Certificate (FCCA) and…
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Crown Beverages Limited announced the launch of Aquafina enriched drinking water. The world class quality brand is expertly processed ensuring only the essential elements and minerals remain, resulting in a clear, pure and perfect tasting water. Aquafina was first launched in the USA in 1994. Over the last two decades it has expanded into Asia, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and most recently Africa. The launch event was held on Thursday, 17th November 2022, at the Crown Beverages Limited Plant in Kakungulu, Sisa. The press launch was hosted by the Chairman of Crown Beverages Limited, Amos Nzeyi and among those invited…
Fresh Dairy, marketing manager Vincent Omoth’s discussion on healthy fats (Butter, Ghee and Fresh Cream) in a question-and-answer format. QN: Fresh Dairy has recently unveiled a new campaign – #MyPlateMyFoodMyHealth. Tell us what the campaign is all about. #MyPlateMyFoodMyHealth is a new campaign focusing on Fresh Dairy healthy fats – Fresh Dairy Butter, Fresh Dairy Ghee and Fresh Dairy Fresh cream. This campaign highlights the need for our consumers to ensure that they personally select healthy foods to go onto their plates because the food one eats in turn determines one’s health. QN: What makes Fresh Dairy Fats unique? Fresh…
MultiChoice Uganda unveiled Ugandan local commentators for the biggest and most revered football tournament, the 2022 World Cup at a press engagement held at the MultiChoice Uganda Head Office in Kololo. With just 3 days to the official kick-off scheduled for 20th November 2022 in Qatar, MultiChoice revealed that as an African brand for Africans, we continuously focus on providing our SuperSport viewers on DStv and GOtv the best nail-biting sports coverage that caters to their different viewing needs. While making the announcement, Lois Kwikiriza the Head of Marketing MultiChoice Uganda highlighted that SuperSport acquired the pay-TV rights to air…
Season Five of the Guinness sponsored SMACK League ended on high note on Sunday night at Legends Grounds in Lugogo. The day was not short of action and razzmatazz as Zulus, the SMACK League Class of 2009 was crowned the champions of the season amid a fireworks display. The road to victory however was not an easy one for the champions especially since the title was down to the wire as the Block Owners also stood a chance to claim top spot. Zulus won the championship after a nail-biting match against The Outkasts who made them work for the title…
Uganda Advertising Association’s (UAA) – Young Silverback Competition, the Digital category receives UGX 5 million boost from KCB Bank Uganda for the initial Young Silverback competition. The Young Silverback Competition is an initiative by UAA that aims to create a platform for young creatives to showcase their skills, identify and nurture talent in the advertising industry by bridging the gap between brands and young creatives. Commenting about the Bank’s support, Sylvia Nashuha, Marketing Manager, Corporate & Business at KCB Bank Uganda said, “We are pleased to collaborate with UAA to foster an environment that mentors and encourages the growth of…
Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has granted Dembe trading Enterprises, one of the oldest and leading distribution houses in East Africa, the prestigious Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) license in recognition of its continued compliance with the various customs rules, processes and standards. This was during the Authorized Economic Operator Awards Conference held at Speke Resort, Munyonyo, Kampala. AEO is a trade facilitation program on the international movement of goods that have been approved by or on behalf of the Customs administration that complies with the World Customs Organization supply chain security standards. The recognition seeks to enhance trade by reducing the…
Airtel Uganda, the Smartphone Network with the widest 4G network in the country, has announced a shs100 million sponsorship in support of Golf in Uganda, through a new partnership with the Uganda Golf Club. Airtel handed over the support to the President of the Uganda Golf Union at a press conference held at the Uganda Golf Club, in Kampala. Announcing the partnership, Henry Njoroge, Airtel Uganda Marketing Director, said; “Airtel is delighted to join hands with Uganda Golf Club to promote Golf in the country and inspire more Ugandans to join and play professional golf. I am pleased to announce…
Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) through its flagship hydration brand Rwenzori Water has been named the official hydration partner for the MTN Marathon slated for 20th November 2022 at Kololo ceremonial grounds. After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19 imposed restrictions, the marathon returns under the theme: of improving maternal health. This is a continuation of the previous year’s theme which seeks to improve maternal health access by supporting Kawaala community center, Kisenyi Health center IV, and two other upcountry health centers with incubators and other delivery room accessories. In Uganda, 46 children die for every 1,000 live births, which accounted…
Kampala City businessman Moses Ssempijja accuses Uganda’s Cyclist Viena Ssekanga of fraud. Ssempijja allegedly claims at least Ug.shs 27,000,000 from the accused. The total sum accrues from the monetary value of the goods (spare parts) he had given him to deliver to his brother in Australia, way back in 2018. To that effect, Ssempijja has since opened up a case (0/G/B/F/P) with Wandegeya Police Station registered as SD REF 52/29/10/2022 with the suspect as Viena Ssekanga. “I am in need of my money (over Shs 27,000,000). I have not heard from him (Viena Ssekanga) and he did not deliver the…