Tororo, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Diamond Trust Bank (DTB), a leading financial institution in Uganda, has officially opened its new Tororo Branch, reinforcing its commitment to delivering accessible, efficient, and people-centred banking services across Eastern Uganda. Officials said the new branch forms part of DTB’s broader plan to refine its …
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Soroti, Uganda | URN | The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has warned its clients to be aware of persons claiming that they can assist them in accessing their benefits. Patrick Ayota, the Managing Director of NSSF, said individuals posing as NSSF employees often lurk around their offices, preying …
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Harare, Zimbabwe | AGENCIES | Zimbabwe launched its upgraded banknotes on Tuesday with an appeal to national pride and confidence. The BiG5 series features the country’s iconic animals to symbolise national identity and resilience. The rollout begins with 10, 20 and 50 Zimbabwe Gold notes. Higher denominations will follow later, …
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Nairobi, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT | Safarilink Airlines has introduced double daily flights connecting Nairobi, Kisumu and Entebbe, strengthening regional air links across East Africa and targeting both business and leisure travellers. The service departs from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport and offers morning flights daily, with additional afternoon frequencies on select …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Bank of Uganda has signed a contract with Euro Gold Refinery to supply gold under its Domestic Gold Purchase Programme, marking a shift toward local value addition as the central bank moves to strengthen its reserve base. The agreement follows the central bank’s decision to directly purchase gold …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | 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, it said in a media release dated Apr.9. Trade finance is critical …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Minister of State for General Duties at the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Henry Musasizi, called on industry stakeholders to embrace innovative solutions to grow Uganda’s insurance market during the 2025 Annual Insurance Innovation Awards held recently in Kampala. Musasizi noted that …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | VAAL Real Estate Uganda has entered into a strategic partnership with Rotary, committing USD 15,000 in sponsorship to support the Rotary District 9213 and District 9214 Conferences (DISCON 101) as well as the 7th All Africa Zone Institute 2026, it said today (April 8). The …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Today in Kampala, Jubilee Insurance Uganda unveiled its new unified brand during a news conference held at the company’s head offices along Parliament Avenue, following the merger of Jubilee Health Insurance Company of Uganda Limited and Jubilee Life Insurance Company of Uganda Limited. The …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) has rewarded 54 top-performing distributors with fully equipped Tuk Tuk delivery vehicles in recognition of their performance under the Tuk-Tuk Peak Challenge. The awards were presented recently in Kampala, with the initiative celebrating distributors who met and exceeded peak sales targets. …
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