News, Stories, Events, & Trends that shape the Eastern African region
In today’s competitive retail environment, supermarkets are increasingly defined not just by what they sell, but by how they curate value across the entire household basket. Carrefour’s ongoing Brand Bonanza promotion featuring discounts of up to 50 percent across a wide spectrum of categories from household groceries and fresh vegetables to wines, soft drinks, detergents,
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Housing Finance Bank has announced strong financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, demonstrating sustained growth across profitability, assets, loans, and customer deposits. The performance reflects disciplined execution of the Bank’s strategy, continued investment in innovation, and a strong commitment to financial inclusion and sustainable growth. Strong Financial Performance Profit after tax increased
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Exim Bank Uganda has launched “Deals Move with Exim Trade Finance Solutions,” a new trade finance campaign aimed at enabling businesses to operate without interruption and seize opportunities in an increasingly competitive market. Trade finance is critical for businesses to manage cash flow, fulfill contracts, and expand into new markets. Through guarantees, invoice financing, contract
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Women pursuing careers in Uganda’s growing digital economy are set to gain access to mentorship, networking, and career guidance through a new initiative aimed at strengthening their participation in the technology sector. The inaugural Women in Digital event, organised by Uganda Digital Society, will provide a platform for women to connect with industry peers, access
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A seven-member business group in Ayilo 1 Refugee Settlement has avoided a potential financial collapse thanks to timely intervention from FINCA Uganda’s Small Managed Group (SMG) Reserve Fund. The Anyawi Amami Business Group, made up of members from both the refugee and host communities in Pakele Subcounty, faced a repayment challenge after one member unexpectedly
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As the world celebrates Women this entire Month of March, a vibrant transformation is unfolding across Uganda. Women, who continuously deal with daily struggles, are now witnessing a surge of economic empowerment, fueled by community-driven financial solutions from the unwavering support of several financial institutions. FINCA Uganda is accelerating action through its different programs that
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