Why those who thought they were above the law will soon realise that this is not the case THE LAST WORD | ANDREW M. MWENDA | On February11, businessman Sudhir Ruparelia won yet another victory in the Supreme Court against Bank of Uganda over the fate of Crane Bank. The …
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Future performance will depend on economic recovery speed Kampala, Uganda | ISAAC KHISA | Profits at dfcu bank has increased by 33% in the first half of the year as it benefited from the rebound in the economy and surge in activities. Listed on the Uganda Securities Exchange, the lender …
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Long serving board chairperson Elly Karuhanga retires in September Kampala, Uganda | ISAAC KHISA | dfcu Bank has cut dividend payout to its shareholders by 65.5% to Shs17.83 per share, equivalent to Shs 13bn for the year ended Dec.2020 to preserve more capital for any uncertainties that would occur owed …
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Lloyd Jonathan Busuulwa is the head Alternative Channels at dfcu Bank. He spoke to The Independent’s Isaac Khisa about the Bank’s digital strategy and the future of banking going forward. dfcu Bank embarked on a digital transformation journey in 2017. What progress have you registered? dfcu Bank’s digital transformation journey …
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CNOOC, dfcu points at post Final Investment Decision prospects Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | dfcu Bank held a half day engagement for its clients and stakeholders in the oil and gas sector on Apr.28 following the government’s bold step to sign key agreements that will see the country get …
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It shrugged off the effects of COVID-19 to nearly double net profit to Shs83bn Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Bank of Baroda Uganda has reported a sharp growth in annual profits, as earnings from loans, foreign exchange and market securities helped to offset the hit from the low interest …
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Come to us for credit support, dfcu bosses tell road sector players Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Road contractors should consider partnering with financial institutions to increase their chances of winning while bidding for big projects, according to dfcu Bank Executive Director and Chief Commercial Officer, William Sekabembe. “We …
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Banking executives expect the industry to rebound citing projected growth in the economy Kampala, Uganda | ISAAC KHISA | 2020 was a tough year in almost all fronts: public health, production, new orders, employment, and demand, among others. The once growing economy contracted and interest rates took a deep …
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Executives hope that the future is bright as listed entities post profits Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Companies trading on the Uganda Securities Exchange have opened the New Year with poor performance. Umeme, Quality Chemical Industries Limited (CQCIL) shares have fallen below the Initial Public Offering (IPO) price. This …
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dfcu bank is one of the top financial institutions in Uganda offering home loans. Barbara Asiimwe has worked with the bank for close to 8 years, and currently heads its home unit. She spoke to The Independent’s Julius Businge about this topic. What is your general assessment about the …
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