dfcu Bank has announced its commitment to supporting the growth and sustainability of Uganda's education sector, particularly focusing on international schools. This initiative was highlighted during the International Schools Forum held at dfcu's Nakasero headquarters, which brought together school proprietors, education regulators, curriculum providers, and private sector partners to discuss challenges such as rising costs and regulatory complexities.

The Uganda Institute of Banking and Financial Services (UIBFS) has completed the Women in Leadership Program 2026, a five-day initiative aimed at empowering women with essential leadership skills and confidence for roles in Uganda's financial sector. The program focused on equipping participants with the necessary mindset to excel in leadership positions.

M-KOPA Uganda has unlocked over Shs1 trillion in cumulative credit for more than one million customers since its inception in 2013. This milestone highlights the company's efforts to enhance access to smartphones and digital financial services for Ugandans who are typically excluded from traditional banking systems. The announcement also includes the launch of new upgrade benefits for customers.

Stanbic Bank Uganda has urged educational institutions to adopt renewable energy solutions to help lower operational costs and enhance sustainability in the long term. This initiative aims to promote clean energy usage within the education sector across Uganda.

Centenary Bank has launched Gonza Pay, a secure digital wallet aimed at enhancing financial transactions in Uganda. This initiative comes as the country experiences significant growth in digital financial services, despite a continued reliance on cash among many citizens, according to TechJaja.

In April, Uganda's private sector showed increased activity, with the headline purchasing managers' index rising to 55, its highest in five months, according to the Bank of Uganda's business tendency survey. Financial services experienced their strongest growth ever, indicating strong confidence in the sector, despite ongoing fuel-driven cost pressures. However, the survey also suggested that the underlying momentum may be losing some of its earlier strength.