Uganda

Aerolink Uganda head of finance Dorothy Kiprono’s journey exemplifies the power of adaptability. As a woman in a male-dominated industry, she is embracing every twist in her career with curiosity, while redefining what leadership looks like.

Hima Cement CFO Moses Aman joins the first cohort of nominees in the running for the first-ever ‘Oscars of Finance’.

Chalapathi has over three decades of leadership experience in finance, strategy, and corporate governance across Africa and Asia. 

During a breakout session at the CFO Summit: Reflections and Aspirations, in Kampala, Uganda, business leaders discussed the disruptive power of technology and changes in the global economy. Their reflections revealed a clear shift from safeguarding numbers to shaping strategy.

Knight Frank Uganda head of finance Asibat Mwambu, Baylor Foundation FD Marie Nassiwa-Martin and Africa Healthcare Network group CFO Michael Kariuki share how mentorship has shaped their careers and why they make it a priority.

CFOs must evolve beyond the traditional focus on financial oversight to remain relevant in a rapidly changing world. This was the take-home from EY Uganda managing partner Geoffrey Byamugisha’s address at the CFO Summit: Reflections and Aspirations at the Four Points by Sheraton in Kampala.

The CFO Summit: Reflections and Aspirations, held in Kampala a year after the CFO East Africa Uganda chapter launch, saw the region’s finance leaders convene at the Four Points by Sheraton Kampala’ to share their perspectives on the current business environment.

Ernst Vriesendorp takes on the CFO role at African Clean Energy (ACE) as it enters a critical phase in its growth. He speaks to CFO East Africa about his plans to leverage his experience in impact-driven finance and operational scale-ups across frontier markets to support ACE’s mission to channel investment into solutions that deliver tangible social and environmental value

When Baylor Foundation Uganda finance director Marie Nassiwa-Martin made the leap from the UK back to her home country, she had to make some tough calls. But through it all, her resilience, rigour and integrity continue to be a beacon for her peers in the profession.

MTN Uganda CFO Andrew Bugembe has nearly two decades of experience in the telecommunications sector in Africa, having led finance functions for MTN in Ghana, Congo and Liberia.

For Knight Frank Uganda head of finance Asibat Mwambu, it is always about results. The driven executive blends his deep sense of responsibility to his stakeholders with concern for the world outside the business, encouraging his peers to pursue their passion.

Robinah Siima, CFO at FINCA Uganda, has been shortlisted for the first-ever CFO Awards for East Africa.

When Dorothy Kiprono took over as finance manager at Aerolink Uganda, she did not anticipate that one of her biggest challenges would be dealing with staff departures. She explains how she successfully managed a staff-turnover crisis and created a sound strategy for handling future exits.

Nirav Patel has assumed the role of executive director at Ugandan manufacturer Steel & Tube Industries.

Josephine Njoroge was recently appointed as finance and strategy director at Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) after nearly four years as the CFO of DHL Express Kenya.

Dr Michael Lugemwa, who is the finance and operations director at Deposit Protection Fund (DPF) Uganda, does not seek the spotlight. But his steady resolve and leadership have made a clear impact at the fund.

NSSF Uganda CFO Stevens Mwanje has been nominated for the inaugural CFO Awards for East Africa. He will be competing to take home one of the 10 awards up for grabs at the annual ceremony, including the illustrious ‘CFO of the Year’ award.

Kate Kabaingi Kiiza has been appointed as chief corporate and institutional banking officer at dfcu Bank. She also serves concurrently as the institution’s executive director, a role she has held since August 2023.

MAT Abacus Business School principal and country team leader Samuel Sejjaaka believes CFOs must create value for the business beyond the finance function. He dives into the transition from CFO to CEO and why finance executives should embrace the relentless pursuit of knowledge.

In the past, CFOs were seen as financial gatekeepers who managed an organisation’s costs and risks. Today, finance leaders are expected to drive strategy, innovation, and growth. American Tower Company CEO George Odenyo, MAT Abacus Business School principal Professor Samuel Sejjaaka, and Strathmore University senior lecturer Professor James McFie weigh in on how finance executives can drive value and shape the future of their companies.