Tag Archives: KCB

KCB targets the growth gap in female-led firms   Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda’s banking sector is sharpening its focus on women entrepreneurs, as lenders roll out targeted products to close a long-standing financing gap that has constrained the growth of female-led businesses. Against this backdrop, KCB Bank …

For investors and analysts, the latest results underline a shifting competitive dynamic   NEWS ANALYSIS | THE INDEPENDENT | Equity Group Holdings Plc has extended its lead over rival KCB Group Plc after reporting a sharp rise in annual profits, underscoring how regional diversification and digital banking are redrawing the …

    Library to Advance Women and Community Empowerment Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  KCB Bank Uganda Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to women empowerment and community development through its sponsorship of the Mkazipreneur Community Library, officially launched at the Mkazipreneur Hub Ntinda on Tuesday. The Community Library project, an initiative …

The deal shows how global and regional lenders are teaming up with local banks to close Africa’s industrial financing gap Nairobi, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT | KCB Group and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have signed a financing agreement worth $800mn to support investors in the Vipingo Special Economic Zone …

  Campaign to Boost Customer Engagement and Financial Wellness Across Uganda Kampala, Uganda  | THE INDEPENDENT |  In an effort to enhance financial inclusion and foster a culture of saving among Ugandans, KCB Bank Uganda has launched a transformative 120-day nationwide initiative called “Kyaddala ne KCB.” The campaign is aimed at …

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | KCB Foundation, the corporate social investment arm of KCB Bank Uganda, today held a graduation ceremony for over 58 youth from the Central Region who have completed their modular skilling in vocational training under the 2024 Twekozese Programme. The graduation event took place at …

Kyambogo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Hundreds of runners turned up in high spirits for the KCB Kyambogo Challenge Ultra Run, held at the Kyambogo University Grounds. The event, which featured 50 km, 25 km, and 10 km races, attracted both elite and hobbyist athletes, delivering a vibrant celebration of …

    KCB commits Sh270 million towards the 2025 Pearl of Africa Rally Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  KCB Bank Uganda Limited has today unveiled Mutebi Nasser as the latest addition to their team ahead of the 2025 Pearl of Africa Rally Championship. The announcement was made during a press …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | KCB Bank Uganda has partnered with FMU for the 2025 Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally (POAUR), by injecting sh80million to the event. This year’s rally doubles as the second round on the African Rally Championship (ARC) and also the third round on the National Rally …

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  KCB Bank Uganda has today reaffirmed its commitment to KOBs Rugby Club by unveiling the team’s new kit for the 2025 season and announcing a cash boost of sh195 million to support their title ambitions. The announcement was made during a press engagement at …