IMF chief: Central bank independence critical to curbing inflation

The Bank of Uganda is the central bank of Uganda. Established in 1966, by Act of Parliament, the bank is ...

PostBank Uganda, Managing Director, Julius Kakeeto (2nd L) PostBank Uganda Executive Director, Andrew Kabeera (L), joined by Richard Yego (C), Chief Executive Officer of MTN MoMo and other officials during the launch of Xtracash, a digital Micro Lending solution that is positioned to extend short term facilities to MTN mobile money subscribers financed by PostBank Uganda. The launch was held today, 27th September 2024 at Kingdom Kampala at Wendi by PostBank Uganda Offices.

Uganda introduces first digital lending guidelines to curb predatory apps

30/12/2025

PostBank Uganda, Managing Director, Julius Kakeeto (2nd L) PostBank Uganda Executive Director, Andrew Kabeera (L), joined by Richard Yego (C), ...

Financial experts Charles Ocici and Susan Khainza offer strategies for parents to avoid school fees debt traps following the festive season. Tips include choosing budget-friendly schools and establishing supplementary income sources to manage education costs.

Experts warn parents against school fees debt traps ahead of new term

by OUR REPORTER | UG STANDARD

24/12/2025

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Financial experts Charles Ocici and Susan Khainza offer strategies for parents to avoid school fees debt traps following the festive ...

Whistleblower alleges Fincredit Uganda hides loan contracts to conceal illegal rates

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

01/10/2025

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Kennedy Odera, Fincredit Managing Director KAMPALA, UGANDA — An anonymous employee of Fincredit Uganda Ltd. has sent a whistleblower letter ...

Bank of Uganda Deputy Governor Augustus Nuwagaba emphasizes the need for financial institutions to embrace the fintech revolution for economic transformation and inclusion.

Inter-bank rates fluctuate, central bank rate holds steady

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

12/08/2025

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Bank of Uganda Deputy Governor Augustus Nuwagaba KAMPALA, UGANDA – The Bank of Uganda’s latest financial report reveals a mix ...

A Ugandan borrower counts out cash, highlighting the high cost of credit in the country, where exorbitant interest rates drive many to seek loans from unregulated lenders

Ugandan Lenders’ High Interest Rates Drive Borrowers to Unregulated Market

by Juliette Namakula | Assistant Editor

28/11/2024

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A Ugandan borrower counts out cash, highlighting the high cost of credit in the country, where exorbitant interest rates drive ...

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