Centenary Bank Introduces Paperless Account Opening

One of Uganda’s leading commercial microfinance banks, Centenary bank has launched paperless bank account opening – CenteXpress. This move is both intended to reach all Ugandans who cannot physically access banking premises to open accounts, and to reduce physical contact in a bid to reduce the spread of the notorious Corona Virus. “The launch of CenteXpress comes at a time when…

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Corona Virus: Impact of the suspension of importation of second hand products by the UNBS – Aileen Nimusiima

The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) in line with Uganda standards US EAS: 386:2005 and US EAS: 356:2004, has suspended the importation of second hand footwear and clothes in a bid to curb the spread of corona virus, and to uphold the many measures put forth by the president of Uganda. This is on the presumption that those products,…

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Tips for Acing your Online Interview

With the increase in the utilization of online services by businesses and organizations, it is important for job seekers to note that many companies have decided to opt for online interviews, contrary to the normal face to face interviews, especially amidst the COVID-19 times. Making an excellent impression on a recruiter online can be tricky but it is not impossible.…

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Microsoft Rolls out Money Management App

Software giant, Microsoft has announced that it will be rolling out a new money management feature called Money in Excel, as part of its new software cloud service – Microsoft 365 (previously known as Office 365).  According to Microsoft, Microsoft 365 will be available 0n April 21st   2020, and will first be rolled out in the United States. Money in…

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Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) Releases Statement on Purported Link Between COVID-19 and 5G

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the media has been filled with claims that the virus is directly linked to the introduction of the 5G technology. However, several platforms like Science Alert , Aljazeera, CNET News, and CNN among others  have dismissed these claims as baseless conspiracy theories under the argument that  the disease exists even in countries that…

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NITA-U Issues guidelines for secure usage of the Zoom online meeting application

Due to the outbreak of the corona virus pandemic, businesses and organizations have embraced technology to aid them in working with their teams remotely. One of the popular technologies is online meetings using the Zoom Meetings and chat application. Zoom is basically an enterprise video and audio-conferencing online meeting application that has inbuilt meeting functions similar to those of a…

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Thinking of a startup? What to consider

With the increasing innovations and diversification of consumer needs, there has been a steady increase in entrepreneurial ventures. For startups, it is important to work smart in the ever-changing economy. A well thought out business plan is always the first step towards establishing and growing any business. According to FastCompany, 75% of venture-based startups never return cash to investors within…

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MTN Uganda Launches Platform for its Customers to Donate to Uganda Red Cross in Support of COVID-19 Relief Efforts

Uganda’s largest Telecom service provider, MTN, has launched a MoMoPay account for its customers to support the Red Cross towards efforts to combat the spread of the corona virus pandemic in the country. On 31st March 2020, MTN launched a Merchant Code 191919 that customers can use to donate funds to support the cause. Customers can dial *165*3*191919# to donate…

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Working Remotely: Tips for managing a remote team

Recently, due to the corona virus pandemic, businesses and organizations that are smart enough to embrace change and go with the flow, have resorted to working remotely so as to keep afloat and keep their businesses moving. It is undeniable that working from home is not for everyone due to the many distractions. Learning how to make every team member…

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Blockchain Technology and why it is important for your business

With businesses increasingly embracing globalization, it has become increasingly inevitable for businesses to establish an online presence by digitizing their businesses. Digitization and or e-commerce involves running a business over the internet right from customer sourcing, customer acquisition, service delivery, customer satisfaction and feedback, and customer retention. All these online processes involve exchange of data between the business and the…

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