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Housing Finance Bank (HFB) and Pearl Marina Estates have today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that sets the stage for a transformative partnership aimed at redefining the real estate and housing finance experience for Ugandans. The strategic alliance will enable Housing Finance Bank to provide tailored mortgage financing solutions that make homeownership more accessible and affordable, while leveraging Pearl Marina Estates’ innovative approach to property development. The partnership is designed to unlock new opportunities in Uganda’s housing sector by combining financial expertise with cutting-edge real estate solutions. Speaking at the MOU signing ceremony, Michael Mugabi, the Managing Director of…

Housing Finance Bank today proudly joined partners, sponsors, and members of the public for the official launch of the 2025 NSSF Kampala Hills Run, set to take place on Sunday, 12th October 2025 at Kololo Independence Grounds. This marks the Bank’s second year partnership with the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) on this transformative initiative, which aims to improve educational infrastructure across Uganda. In a bold show of commitment, the Bank has pledged UGX 100 million to support the renovation of public primary schools, creating safer and more inspiring learning environments for over 10,000 children nationwide. Last year’s Run led to the construction of new classroom blocks in eight public schools,…

MultiChoice Uganda, the home of great Pay TV, and the National Producers Guild of Uganda, the professional body dedicated to promoting and supporting the interests of film producers in the country, held a workshop for 150 Ugandan producers aimed at strengthening their knowledge on business processes. Uganda’s film sector has experienced significant growth in recent years which isdriven by increasing demand for authentic local stories. However, producers often face challenges with financing, distribution, and structuring their businesses sustainably. This initiative directly addresses these gaps, equipping the participants with practical skills to elevate the industry’s standards. Established as a not-for-profit company,…

One of the contenders in the National Female Youth MP race, Mercy Kanyesigye, has called on the National Resistance Movement (NRM) leadership to expedite the organization of fresh youth elections following their suspension this week. President Yoweri Museveni, who also serves as the NRM national chairman, on Wednesday halted the national youth elections after chaos marred the process during the party’s national delegate’s conference. He said the polls would be held “at an opportune time.” Addressing journalists on Thursday, Kanyesigye stressed that delaying the elections would only prolong uncertainty among the party’s youth voters. “I want to emphasize the urgent…

East Africa’s tourism industry is set to take center stage as Uganda and Kenya prepare to host the 4th Uganda-Kenya Coast Tourism Conference and Exhibition from 27th to 28th October 2025 at Ocean Beach Resort and Spa in Malindi, Kenya. With the theme “Leveraging Youth Innovation and Technology for Responsive and Inclusive Tourism,” the conference promises to spotlight how young innovators and digital solutions are reshaping the tourism landscape, creating more inclusive, resilient, and globally competitive destinations. The conference builds on the Memorandum of Understanding on Tourism Cooperation signed on 30th July 2025, which provides a framework for joint promotion,…

Wendi, a digital mobile wallet developed by PostBank Uganda, which is rebranding to Pearl Bank, has partnered with the Rotary Club of Muyenga Tank Hill and Acacia Sunset to support the 14th edition of the Rotary Cancer Run, aiming to fight the scourge of cancer in Uganda. This year’s runis focusing on raising funds for the construction of specialized underground bunkers to house state-of-the-art Linear Accelerator (LINAC) radiotherapy machines, which are essential for delivering advanced cancer treatment. According to the GLOBOCAN 2022 report by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), Uganda faces nearly 35,000 new cancer cases annually,…

As the countdown to Uganda’s 2026 general elections intensifies, the Revolutionary People’s Party (RPP)’s candidate Mr Frank Bulira has picked nomination forms from the Electoral Commission to stand for president in the 2026 general election, a journey through which he seeks to sit in the highest office Uganda. After picking the nomination forms ,Bulira, also a leader of the Uganda Federal Democratic Organisation (UFDO) formed by the late Ugandan cardiologist Dr Aggrey Kiyingi, came out to declare  RPP’s readiness to contest at all levels and vowing to offer a principled, corruption-free alternative to the country’s political establishment. The RPP  and…

Crown Beverages Limited has launched an exciting new campaign dubbed “Tema Enyonta”, designed to reward loyal consumers across Uganda and reignite excitement around its 300ml returnable glass bottle sodas. The campaign, which will run for three months, gives customers a chance to win a wide range of prizes every time they purchase a 300ml soda. Participating brands in the promotion include Pepsi, Mirinda, Mountain Dew, Nivana, Aquafina, among others. Customers simply check under the crown of each bottle they buy to see if they’ve won. Prizes up for grabs include cars, motorbikes, smartphones, TV screens, and cash making every soda…

Equity Bank is set to showcase its diaspora services at the Uganda North America Association Convention slated, which opens tomorrow in New Orleans.  The annual gathering brings together Ugandans living abroad, policymakers and business leaders to explore opportunities for investment, networking and community development. Equity Bank says its participation is aimed at showcasing tailored financial solutions for Ugandans in the diaspora, while strengthening ties with the wider Ugandan community in North America and beyond. The Bank plans to showcase services including diaspora accounts, investment opportunities, international remittances and financial advisory tailored to needs of Ugandans living abroad. The Bank is…

Hon. Sanjay Tanna, a prominent NRM cadre and candidate for Chairperson of the NRM Entrepreneurs League in the Central Executive Committee (CEC), has formally withdrawn from the race, citing widespread irregularities that he says have compromised the credibility of the election. In a letter addressed to the NRM Secretary General and copied to the Chairperson of the NRM Electoral Commission, Tanna said the process had been “fatally compromised” by malpractice and the deliberate inaccessibility of the voter base. “Together with fellow candidates, I first submitted a joint petition on 17th August, later raised the same concerns before CEC during vetting…