Guy Lutaaya

On episode 2 of our #AbsaDigitalConnect feature fridays, we explore a safer way to move through the world of payments. Click 👉bit.ly/Absadigitalfriday to join us this Friday from 3pm to 4pm, as we help you discover what you've been missing.

Yesterday, we had the opportunity of hosting the June 2026 Treasurers’ Forum in partnership with ACI Uganda, bringing together industry leaders for meaningful dialogue on the economic outlook and strategic market dynamics shaping the months ahead. Under the theme “Looking ahead – Beyond the First Half of 2026,” the forum provided valuable insights and practical perspectives for navigating an evolving financial landscape in the 2026/2027 fiscal year. A special thank you to our guest speaker Josephine Okui Ossiya, CEO @CmaUganda for contributing to such engaging discussion. Moments like these reaffirm the power of collaboration and shared expertise in driving informed decision-making for the growth of the financial services sector.

Listen to our CEO, @DavidWandera, and @srughani, CEO of @StanChartUGA, as they speak about the next phase of our two banks’ transition. The focus remains on maintaining continuity of quality service, safeguarding customers, and ensuring a well-governed transition in line with regulatory expectations. All stakeholders will continue to be engaged transparently as the process progresses.

We are pleased to announce that the @BOU_Official has approved our acquisition of @StanChartUGA Wealth and Retail Banking business portfolio, marking a significant milestone in the transaction process. This approval brings us closer to welcoming new customers and colleagues to the Absa family, while strengthening our position to deliver innovative, customer-centric financial solutions.

Machines can calculate, predict, and optimize, but they don’t take responsibility. Humans do. Peter Thaddeus Mboowa, our Treasury Director, will be at Uganda Christian University tomorrow, from 10am–12pm at the @nssfug Career Expo, showing how treasury leaders turn data into decisions, risk into strategy, and AI into opportunity. Join us and see why the future of finance still needs a human hand.

In an AI driven world, the real edge is human insight. At the @nssfug Career Expo, Our Chief Information and Security Officer, Francis Topacho shared that it’s not just about using AI tools, but about interpreting reality and making sense of what they produce. The future is man working with machine Don’t miss the next university session as our industry professionals share practical career guidance.

Uganda has bold ambitions. So does Absa. With a USD 500 billion Ugandan economy by 2040, driven by energy, infrastructure, trade and mining development, the ingredients for transformation are already in place. Our Absa Group Regional Executive Saviour Chibiya was in Kampala last week to show exactly where we stand in that growth story. Uganda isn't just a market on a map for us. It's a place we are building for financing energy, connecting infrastructure, and backing the businesses writing the next chapter of East Africa's growth. Here's a recap of his visit: sitting with clients, engaging the regulator and government, connecting with the Board, and spending time with our incredible Absa Bank Uganda team. Watch the action.

Strong relationships are built in moments that matter. Established in 1911, Kampala Club is a cornerstone of Uganda’s social and sporting heritage, bringing together generations through sport, connection, and shared experiences. We are proud to support the Chairman’s Cup 2026 with a UGX 15 million contribution, presented by our Head of Affluent Banking, Winfred Sembatya earlier today at the Club premises. This is a partnership that reflects our commitment to the communities we serve. Your story matters.

If machines can do more… what will define us as humans? As technology reshapes industries, the real question is no longer about replacement but about relevance. At the 2026 @nssfug Career Expo, our Human Capital Director, Henry Tumusiime, shared a powerful perspective: the future of banking and work is shifting toward what machines cannot replicate empathy, judgment, and meaningful human connection. In a world defined by constant change, adaptability is no longer optional, it is essential. At Absa, we are committed to shaping talent that doesn’t just keep up with change, but leads through it. Because in the future of work, your story, and how you choose to evolve it will matter more than ever.

Empowering women isn’t just something we celebrate. It’s something we build. At @AbsaUganda, 44.3% of our Assistant Vice Presidents and Vice Presidents are women, and 42.9% of our Directors and senior leaders are women. These are the leaders shaping decisions, guiding teams, and opening doors for others to rise. Their stories remind us that progress begins from within. And when women uplift others, the impact reaches far beyond our organisation. Because when we give, we all gain. Happy women's day from all of us at Absa

Run so she can stay in school. Run so she can complete her education. Run so she can build the life she deserves. Every registration for the Absa KH3 - 7 Hills Run 2026 contributes directly toward keeping girls in school across Uganda. What may feel like a personal fitness goal becomes, for someone else, a second chance at opportunity. We are welcoming participation from individuals, families who want to run together, corporate teams seeking purpose-driven engagement, and sponsors ready to align their brand with measurable social impact. Venue: Lugogo Cricket Oval, Sunday 26 April 2026. Register today via: MTN MoMo *165*3*590860# or Airtel Pay *185*9*4365164# Your decision to show up could shape her tomorrow. @Kh3Kampala

What happens when your bank becomes a long-term partner? In this "Red Talk" excerpt, @MosesRutahigwa our Retail & Business Banking Director, unpacks why sustainable growth is built on structure, transparency, and ongoing dialogue. A strong banking relationship doesn’t just fund today’s need. It supports tomorrow’s ambition. Because the right financing helps where it matters. Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel. youtu.be/WF_xEbewTqI?si=oMZM… or visit absa.co.ug to get started.

Every school runs differently and so do its cash flow cycles. School operations shouldn’t pause because fees are delayed. With the Absa School Bridge Loan, schools can access up to UGX 500 million to manage operational expenses between fee collection cycles, with flexible repayment of up to 3 months. Continuity matters, for staff, for students, and for the future you are shaping. At Absa, we structure financing around real needs, not pressure. Call 0800222333 and talk to us today about a School Bridge Loan that helps where it matters.

How well do you really know your bank — beyond your account balance? In this Red Talk excerpt, Robert Kabushenga unpacks why understanding your bank’s mindset and long-term view can strengthen your borrowing decisions. At Absa, our goal isn’t just to finance you. It’s to understand your journey and support it where it matters. Talk to us today by calling 0800222333 or visit absa.co.ug Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel: youtu.be/WF_xEbewTqI?si=oMZM…�