Tag: DFCU Bank

Court Sentences Two to Death, Seven to Life Over Susan Magara Murder

The kidnappers held her captive for nearly three weeks, demanding up to $1 million before accepting about $200,000 (approximately UGX 700 million). During her captivity, they cut off two of her fingers and sent them alongside a video of her pleading for help to pressure her family into paying the ransom.

UPC Attributes Two Million Stunted Children to 1980s Livestock Losses

National News

Akena referred to historical statements by President Museveni acknowledging the destruction of food supplies and the destitution of about 2.7 million people during that period. He argued that the loss of cattle deprived communities of daily nutrition, household income, school fees, draft power, and soil fertility, leaving effects that continue to be felt today.

Business

Dfcu Bank Dismisses “Baseless” Allegations Amid Internal Crisis Claims

Dfcu Bank has publicly responded to what it describes as “unfounded stories,” strongly denying recent allegations of an internal...

Education

Makerere, DFCU Bank Sign 3-Year MoU to Promote Education,...

Makerere University and DFCU Bank have signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at promoting higher education, research,...

Entertainment

Sax Star Kirk Whalum Joins Isaiah Katumwa for Long-awaited...

Renowned Ugandan saxophonist Isaiah Katumwa is bringing jazz back to Kampala’s nightlife scene with the much-anticipated return of the...

Business

Gov’t Reduces GROW Loan Interest Rates to Boost Women...

The GROW loan project is a five-year program set to end in December 2027. The Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises (GROW) Project is a Government of Uganda Project, funded by the World Bank, implemented by the Ministry of Gender, Labour, and Social Development and the Private Sector Foundation Uganda in all districts, municipalities, and cities.

Business

Speaker Directs Minister Amongi to Give Comprehensive Report on...

On August 28, 2024, GROW launched an initiative that will offer quick and affordable loans to women entrepreneurs. The Grow Loan is available at Stanbic Bank and Equity Bank, Finance Trust Bank, DFCU Bank, Centenary Bank, and Post Bank.

National News

Vice President Alupo Tips Women on Efficient Utilization of...

The Vice President of the Republic of Uganda, Rt. Major Jessica Alupo, has advised that women entrepreneurs set to benefit from the GROW loan project have a clear business plan before they apply for loans.

Business