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Welcome to our episode of   Meet the CEO episode of the month! This time, we feature Pauline Nantongo Kalunda, Executive Director at ECOTRUST, whose journey in conservation is as inspiring as it is impactful. Passionate about empowering smallholder farmers, Pauline shares the story behind ECOTRUST's 27 years of work and the investments that have transformed lives across Uganda.

Welcome to the first Meet the CEO episode of the month. This time, we feature Kanessa Muluneh, founder of Nyle . Her vision is clear — unlocking Africa’s investment potential through profitable, high-impact ventures. For 2026 alone, Nyle is targeting investments in more than 270 real estate and agriculture projects, 210 entertainment projects, 55 manufacturing ventures, and 37 mining and trade pro...

When building businesses across Africa, there’s a clear split between traditional and digital sectors. Traditional businesses—like agriculture, construction, and mining—serve everyday needs. They’re resilient, even in tough economies, but often operate informally with limited systems and documentation. Digital ventures are more structured and data-driven—but scaling them brings its own challenges....

MTN Nigeria has warned that rising fuel prices could affect its profitability this year, even as the country’s largest telco operator delivers record revenue growth and rebounds from last year’s currency shocks. In its Q1 2026 results released on Wednesday, the company said it expects a 1.8 to 2.0% decline in full-year Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortisation (EBITDA) margin...

Uganda Airlines may be at a real turning point. With the recent recapitalisation, the government has essentially given the airline the breathing room it needs—and for new CEO, Gima Wake, that space is critical. He’s taken on a very difficult job, inheriting years of mismanagement and operational instability. But early signs suggest a shift. The focus so far has been on restoring reliability—fewer...

South Africa withdrew a draft artificial intelligence policy after discovering that several of its academic citations were apparently AI hallucinations, raising questions about the state’s ability to regulate the fast-growing technology. Communications Minister Solly Malatsi admitted that the department failed to spot the fabricated references before releasing the draft policy for public comment:...

Uganda is generating more electricity than ever before—but if that’s the case, why do so many households and businesses still lack reliable, affordable, and safe energy? Is the real challenge no longer supply, but access—and affordability? That’s what ABSA Bank Uganda and the Uganda Energy Credit Capitalization Company are now trying to address through a new green energy line of credit. With up to...

Financial markets remain resilient despite tensions driven by the Middle East conflict, according to the latest Global Financial Stability Report. While the conflict has caused periods of volatility, markets have avoided major disruptions such as sharp losses, margin calls, or forced sell-offs. This stability is supported by central bank liquidity measures, improved market structures, and well-cap...

"Uganda's oil story is no longer just a promise — it's steel in the ground, wells being drilled, and processing facilities taking shape. But behind the headline numbers is a quieter revolution — local companies that started with nothing and can now lift 200 tons, move equipment across borders, and compete regionally. Our guest today is one of those witnesses — someone who has been i...

Uganda is entering the final stretch toward its first oil, with government and industry leaders emphasising readiness, partnerships, and long-term value. Officials say significant progress has been made on key projects, including Tilenga, Kingfisher, and the East African Crude Oil Pipeline, all critical to unlocking production. But beyond infrastructure, Gloria Sebikari, Public Relations Officer a...

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) would take over a large number of entry-level white-collar jobs within the next one to five years, raising concerns about a possible employment crisis in sectors such as finance, consulting and technology. Speaking in an interview with Fox News, Amodei said AI systems are advancing at a pace that many people, businesses and po...

Iran has reopened the Strait of Hormuz to all commercial vessels, ending a seven-week disruption that has upended economies and societies across the globe, the country's foreign minister said on Friday. The announcement immediately triggered a tumble in global oil prices which had spiked as demand outstripped supply across the globe. Tehran's announcement comes after Israel and Lebanon a...

What if non-profits could spend less time on paperwork and more time creating impact? In our Friday series, we explore all things International Non-Profit Accounting Standard—INPAS—breaking down how it’s set to transform financial reporting across the sector, simplify complex donor requirements, and ease the burden on organisations. Welcome to Meet the CEO. Today’s guest is none other than Samanth...

Absa Bank Uganda has released its financial results, showing a huge UGX 222 billion net profit, which was up 25.1 percent compared to the 2024 performance.    David Wandera, Absa Uganda Managing Director, noted that the growth was a result of understanding the customers deeply, investing in digital capability, and being precise in how capital is deployed 

On this episode of Meet the CEO , we feature Mr. Faustin Rukundo Byishimo, Country Managing Director and CEO of Access Bank Rwanda. He shares insights on the evolving relationship between banks and fintechs, access to credit, and what it all means for women-led businesses. This special episode is hosted by KFinancial CEO Arnold Kwizera and syndicated from our sister platform Pivot and Profit . Be...

What happens after the conversations end at diaspora symposiums? Do these gatherings actually lead to real opportunities—or just more networking? For the African Diaspora Network, success isn’t measured by who shows up, but by what people walk away with. So what kind of impact are we really seeing? How many entrepreneurs are securing funding? What partnerships are being built behind the scenes—and...

How is climate risk reshaping long-term investment decisions—especially for pension funds? What happens when floods, droughts, and extreme heat begin to threaten the very infrastructure these funds invest in? Are governments and planners doing enough to factor climate risk into infrastructure that is meant to last 30 to 50 years? And with over 600 billion dollars in pension assets across Africa—wh...

The African Diaspora Investment Symposium kicks off this week in Santa Clara under the theme Bridging Africa & Silicon Valley: Shaping the Future of Innovation, Investment, and Inclusive Growth We speak to Almaz Negash, the CEO of the African Diaspora Network, on why the symposium will be moving to Africa. 

In this episode, we are joined by Denis Musinguzi, the CEO of Furaha. He discusses the intersection of education and financial inclusion, sharing his insights on building a future for education and ensuring that no one is left behind.

Across the NGO sector, one long-standing challenge has been consistency. Different organizations reporting in different ways, making it hard for donors to compare impact, track funding, and build trust. But that may be changing. A new global framework—the International Not-for-Profit Accounting Standards—is now on the table, aiming to bring order, transparency, and alignment across the sector. So...

We tend to treat education like a social service — but it’s actually an entire ecosystem. You have the parent, who’s trying to afford it. The school is trying to deliver it. And the child, whose future depends on it. And when that system breaks — when a child drops out or falls behind — the impact isn’t just academic. It’s social. It’s psychological. It shapes opportunity. Denis Musinguzi, CEO of...

Technology is rapidly transforming the world of auditing, and Africa is no exception. In this episode, we speak to Moses Tibamwenda, Audit Partner at BDO, about how innovations like artificial intelligence, cloud computing and blockchain are changing how auditors examine financial records and assess risk. The conversation also explores how the rise of startups and emerging industries is creating n...

As the AI conference hosted by Nvidia in Silicon Valley kicks off today, attention is turning to Africa’s growing role in the global artificial intelligence ecosystem. The conversation comes as Nvidia partners with African talent development platform Gebeya to train the next generation of AI developers across the continent. Almaz Negash, CEO of the African Diaspora Network, joins us for this episo...

Almaz Negash, founder and CEO of the African Diaspora Network (ADN). She is not just a   a prominent trailblazer in Silicon Valley, She has leveraged 25+ years of experience in international trade, business management and social innovation to build successful partnerships with a variety of stakeholders around the world. Today, she joins us to highlight the African Diaspora Network, the opportuniti...

An important signal may be emerging for African debt markets — and it’s coming from Kenya. Nairobi has secured a debt re-profiling agreement with China, extending repayment on a 3.5 billion dollar loan by 15 years and shifting the denomination from US dollars to the Chinese renminbi. For a continent where China remains the single largest bilateral creditor, this move could set a template.  Jibran...