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Absa Bank opens a new branch in Nansana, Uganda, to expand its footprint and deliver comprehensive financial services closer to the community

Absa opens Nansana branch as part of expansion strategy

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

03/10/2025

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Absa Bank opens a new branch in Nansana, Uganda, to expand its footprint and deliver comprehensive financial services closer to ...

Equity Bank has moved its Bugolobi branch to a new, more modern and accessible location as part of a strategy to improve customer convenience and service. The branch has relocated from Luthuli Avenue to **Hensley Business Park, Plot 3-5 Mpanga Close, Mulwana Road**. The new location is centrally positioned within one of Kampala's busiest suburbs, making it easier for both business and retail customers to access. According to a statement from the bank, the new branch offers a more spacious banking hall with enhanced facilities for private consultations. It also includes dedicated meeting rooms for financial advisory sessions and comprehensive money management discussions. The move also provides customers with improved parking and is located near major landmarks to enhance accessibility.

Equity Bank opens new, modern branch in Bugolobi

by Julian Ninsiima | Reporter

15/09/2025

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Equity Bank has moved its Bugolobi branch to a new, more modern and accessible location as part of a strategy ...

**Absa Bank Concludes 'Play Your Cards Right' Campaign, Awards $32,000 in Prizes** **KAMPALA, Uganda** – Absa Bank Uganda has wrapped up its three-month-long "Play Your Cards Right" campaign, awarding a total of 120 million Ugandan shillings (about $32,000) in cash prizes to August and grand finale winners. The campaign, which ran from June to August 2025, distributed prizes to 14 winners across the bank's personal and business banking segments. Four August winners each received 10 million shillings, while two grand finale winners each took home 40 million shillings. The top winners were: * **Retail Banking:** Moses Mugambe, for usage of both personal debit and credit cards. * **Business Banking:** Grace Project International – SMC Limited, for usage of both business debit and credit cards. Additional August winners included Q Sourcing Limited, Marc Anthony Du Toit, Uptown Security Cameras, and Kennedy Ochieno. Speaking at the final prize handover ceremony, Absa Bank Uganda Managing Director David Wandera said the campaign underscored the bank's focus on digital services. He noted a "double-digit growth" in card usage, signaling a shift toward seamless and efficient banking. "We are driven by the need to deliver seamless banking experiences to our customers," Wandera said. "We continue to be more responsive to the changing customers' needs, and we put their needs at the center of everything we do." Moses Rutahigwa, Absa's Retail and Business Banking Director, called the campaign a success, highlighting an increased adoption of card usage among customers. "The future is digital," Rutahigwa said, encouraging customers to continue using their cards for everyday transactions like shopping, travel, and bill payments.

Two Grand Winners Each Take Home UGX 40m in Absa Campaign Finale

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

12/09/2025

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Absa Bank Uganda rewards loyal card users with UGX 120m in prizes as its three-month-long "Play Your Cards Right" campaign ...

Israel Arinaitwe, Head Personal Banking Stanbic Bank Uganda making remarks during the press conference at Umoja House in Kampala

Stanbic Bank Extends Loan Repayment Period to 120 Months

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

05/09/2025

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Israel Arinaitwe, Head Personal Banking Stanbic Bank Uganda making remarks during the press conference at Umoja House in Kampala KAMPALA -Stanbic ...

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Absa Bank Uganda Awards Second Batch of Winners in “Play Your Cards Right” 2025 Campaign

by JACKSON RUGUNDA | UG STANDARD REPORTER

12/08/2025

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Kampala, Uganda. August 12, 2025 – Absa Bank Uganda has today announced the second set of winners in its ongoing “Play ...

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Paymentology is the leading next-generation issuer processor, empowering fintechs, digital banks and retail banks to effortlessly launch and manage innovative ...

dfcu Bank names Marsha Walusimbi Chief of People and Culture Transformation.

dfcu Bank appoints Marsha Walusimbi to lead HR, culture

by JACKSON RUGUNDA | UG STANDARD REPORTER

29/07/2025

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dfcu Bank names Marsha Walusimbi Chief of People and Culture Transformation. KAMPALA, UGANDA — dfcu Bank has appointed Marsha Nyonyozi Walusimbi ...

Brian Mulondo (C) moderates the MTN MoMo Power to be More campaign Launch with MTN's Richard Yego (L) and Jemima Kariuki (R)

MTN to List Mobile Money After Separation

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

23/07/2025

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KAMPALA, Uganda — MTN Uganda shareholders have approved a strategic move to separate its mobile money operations from the core ...

Zac Kisesi, Managing Director of Old Mutual Uganda, addresses the company's top sales agents, urging them to continue delivering exceptional results at the 2025 Annual Agents Awards ceremony in Kampala

Insurance Regulator Approves Old Mutual Uganda Name Change

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

22/07/2025

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Zac Kisesi, Managing Director of Old Mutual Uganda, addresses the company's top sales agents, urging them to continue delivering exceptional ...

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