Love may not have worked out the way Nina Roz hoped in the past, but the singer has not lost faith in finding the right person.
While many people become discouraged after failed relationships, Nina Roz says she remains optimistic that the man meant for her is still out there.
That confidence came through during her appearance on Sanyuka TV‘s Weekender, where she opened up about her outlook on love.
I will not stop until I find the one who is truly mine. I will get them here in Uganda. I cannot fail to get him here.
The “Billboard Kipande” hitmaker expressed confidence that she will find love without looking beyond Uganda, insisting that her future partner is closer than many might think.
For now, she remains patient, choosing to hold on to hope as she continues her search for lasting love.
Despite his desire to visit Uganda, Ashton Hall, an American fitness influencer, has revealed that he was unable to do so due to Ebola-related restrictions.
The 30-year-old’s African tour officially kicked off on 28th June 28 and he visited Ghana, Rwanda, and Nigeria in a period of two weeks.
On his list of destinations was Uganda, but he unfortunately could not make it.
While on stream, Ashton Hall revealed that any layover in Uganda would risk him 20 extra days on the continent before he could travel back to the USA.
“If you go through Uganda and have a layover there. You can’t leave Africa they send you back. If I hadn’t landed in Las Vegas, they’d send me back to Africa for 20 days. Because I guess there is an outbreak,” Ashton Hall said.
These are part of the strict guidelines to prevent the Ebola outbreak from making its way to the USA.
Uganda’s bancassurance industry continues to demonstrate remarkable momentum, with banks generating more than UGX 80.8 billion in insurance premiums during the first quarter of 2026 alone. According to the latest industry performance report, Equity Bank Uganda ranked fourth among the country’s 22 licensed bancassurance providers, generating UGX 6.69 billion in Gross Written Premiums (GWP) and capturing an 8.28% market share.
The performance reflects the growing confidence Ugandans have in accessing insurance through trusted financial institutions and highlights the increasingly important role banks are playing in expanding insurance inclusion across the country.
As Uganda’s financial sector continues to evolve, insurance is no longer viewed simply as a product purchased after a loss occurs. Increasingly, it is becoming an essential financial planning tool that protects individuals, families and businesses against unexpected risks while enabling them to recover quickly from life’s uncertainties.
From medical emergencies and accidents to business interruptions, property loss and cyber threats, insurance provides the financial safety net that allows customers to continue pursuing their ambitions with confidence.
One of the biggest drivers behind this shift has been the rapid growth of bancassurance, the distribution of insurance products through banks, which has transformed Uganda’s insurance landscape over the past few years. Rather than requiring customers to visit separate insurance offices, bancassurance enables them to access financial protection through the same trusted institution where they save, invest, borrow and transact.
The latest industry figures illustrate the growing significance of this model: during the first quarter of 2026, Uganda’s banking sector generated UGX 80.81 billion in insurance premiums. Of this, UGX 62.89 billion (78%) came from life insurance, while UGX 17.92 billion (22%) was generated from general insurance.
The figures suggest that more Ugandans are prioritising financial protection for themselves and their families, while businesses increasingly recognise insurance as a critical component of sound risk management.
For Equity Bank Uganda, bancassurance represents far more than an additional banking service. It is a key pillar of the Bank’s broader mission of promoting financial inclusion by helping customers not only grow wealth but also protect it: “At Equity Bank Uganda, we believe that protecting what matters is just as important as creating wealth,” says James Sserumaga, Head of Bancassurance at Equity Bank Uganda. “Insurance enables our customers to manage risks effectively and recover from unexpected setbacks without losing years of progress. Our objective is to make insurance simple, affordable and accessible to every customer.”
Equity Bank’s own performance mirrors the broader industry momentum: during the first quarter of 2026, the Bank generated UGX 6.69 billion in premiums, positioning it among Uganda’s leading bancassurance providers. Notably, 74 percent of the Bank’s premiums, UGX 4.94 billion, came from life insurance products, while UGX 1.75 billion (26 percent) came from general insurance. The performance reflects growing customer demand for solutions that protect incomes, families and long-term financial wellbeing.
Over the past four years, Equity Bank Uganda has steadily expanded its bancassurance offering by making insurance products available through its nationwide branch network, digital banking platforms, relationship managers and the growing Equi-Duuka agency banking network.
This integrated approach is helping remove many of the traditional barriers that have historically limited insurance uptake, including limited access, lack of awareness and the perception that insurance is complex or reserved for high-income earners.
One of the key drivers of this growth has been customer education. For many years, insurance was viewed by some Ugandans as expensive, difficult to understand or only necessary after tragedy struck.
Equity Bank has worked to change this perception by helping customers understand that insurance is an investment in financial resilience rather than an additional expense. Whether a customer is an entrepreneur protecting business assets, a contractor managing project risks, a school safeguarding learners or a family seeking medical protection, the Bank provides tailored insurance solutions designed to meet different needs.
Through Equity Bancassurance, customers can access a comprehensive portfolio that includes Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Motor Insurance, Property Insurance, Burglary Insurance, Fidelity Guarantee Insurance, Machinery Breakdown Insurance, Professional Indemnity Insurance, Contractors All Risk Insurance, Industry All Risk Insurance, Product Liability Insurance, Public Liability Insurance, Business Risk Protection Solutions and EquiShield School Community Cover.
These products help customers mitigate financial losses arising from accidents, theft, equipment failure, professional liabilities, construction risks, workplace incidents, health emergencies and other unforeseen events.
While retail insurance continues to drive premium growth, Equity Bank is also witnessing increasing demand for specialised corporate insurance solutions. As Uganda’s economy becomes more sophisticated, organisations are increasingly seeking comprehensive risk management products covering cyber security, professional indemnity, directors’ and officers’ liability, contractors’ all-risk, property protection, fidelity guarantee, business interruption and medical insurance.
These solutions are becoming increasingly important as businesses strengthen governance, protect investments and improve organisational resilience. According to Sserumaga, the role of banks in insurance distribution extends well beyond selling policies: “Our responsibility is to help customers understand risk and make informed decisions. Insurance should not be viewed as an additional cost but as an investment in stability, business continuity and peace of mind. As customer needs evolve, we must continue working with our insurance partners to develop innovative products that respond to today’s realities while making them available wherever our customers are.”
Equity’s position among Uganda’s leading bancassurance providers reflects a deliberate strategy of integrating insurance into customers’ everyday financial journeys. Rather than treating insurance as a standalone product, the Bank provides protection alongside savings, lending, payments and investment services through multiple customer touchpoints, making it easier for customers to access holistic financial solutions under one roof.
Looking ahead, technology is expected to accelerate the next phase of bancassurance growth.
Digital banking platforms, customer analytics and integrated financial ecosystems are making it easier for banks to offer personalised insurance solutions based on customers’ financial needs and life stages. Increasingly, insurance is no longer viewed as a separate purchase but as an essential part of a customer’s overall financial relationship.
Industry trends also suggest that bancassurance will continue to play a central role in expanding insurance penetration in Uganda by leveraging trusted banking relationships to reach millions of customers who may previously have had limited access to insurance services.
For Equity Bank Uganda, this represents an opportunity to continue deepening financial inclusion while helping customers build greater resilience against life’s uncertainties.
Financial wellbeing is no longer measured solely by the ability to build wealth. It is equally defined by the ability to protect it.
As Uganda’s bancassurance industry continues to grow, Equity Bank Uganda is positioning insurance as an essential pillar of financial inclusion, helping individuals, families, entrepreneurs and businesses manage risk with confidence while making financial protection more accessible through trusted banking relationships.
The Bank’s strong first-quarter performance demonstrates not only the growing demand for insurance but also the increasing confidence customers have in bancassurance as a convenient, affordable and reliable pathway to financial resilience.
By James Sserumaga, Head of Bancassurance, Equity Bank Uganda.
Uganda’s bancassurance industry continues to demonstrate remarkable momentum, with banks generating more than UGX 80.8 billion in insurance premiums during the first quarter of 2026 alone. According to the latest industry performance report, Equity Bank Uganda ranked fourth among the country’s 22 licensed bancassurance providers, generating UGX 6.69 billion in Gross Written Premiums (GWP) and capturing an 8.28% market share.
The performance reflects the growing confidence Ugandans have in accessing insurance through trusted financial institutions and highlights the increasingly important role banks are playing in expanding insurance inclusion across the country.
As Uganda’s financial sector continues to evolve, insurance is no longer viewed simply as a product purchased after a loss occurs. Increasingly, it is becoming an essential financial planning tool that protects individuals, families and businesses against unexpected risks while enabling them to recover quickly from life’s uncertainties.
From medical emergencies and accidents to business interruptions, property loss and cyber threats, insurance provides the financial safety net that allows customers to continue pursuing their ambitions with confidence.
One of the biggest drivers behind this shift has been the rapid growth of bancassurance, the distribution of insurance products through banks, which has transformed Uganda’s insurance landscape over the past few years. Rather than requiring customers to visit separate insurance offices, bancassurance enables them to access financial protection through the same trusted institution where they save, invest, borrow and transact.
The latest industry figures illustrate the growing significance of this model: during the first quarter of 2026, Uganda’s banking sector generated UGX 80.81 billion in insurance premiums. Of this, UGX 62.89 billion (78%) came from life insurance, while UGX 17.92 billion (22%) was generated from general insurance.
The figures suggest that more Ugandans are prioritising financial protection for themselves and their families, while businesses increasingly recognise insurance as a critical component of sound risk management.
For Equity Bank Uganda, bancassurance represents far more than an additional banking service. It is a key pillar of the Bank’s broader mission of promoting financial inclusion by helping customers not only grow wealth but also protect it: “At Equity Bank Uganda, we believe that protecting what matters is just as important as creating wealth,” says James Sserumaga, Head of Bancassurance at Equity Bank Uganda. “Insurance enables our customers to manage risks effectively and recover from unexpected setbacks without losing years of progress. Our objective is to make insurance simple, affordable and accessible to every customer.”
Equity Bank’s own performance mirrors the broader industry momentum: during the first quarter of 2026, the Bank generated UGX 6.69 billion in premiums, positioning it among Uganda’s leading bancassurance providers. Notably, 74 percent of the Bank’s premiums, UGX 4.94 billion, came from life insurance products, while UGX 1.75 billion (26 percent) came from general insurance. The performance reflects growing customer demand for solutions that protect incomes, families and long-term financial wellbeing.
Over the past four years, Equity Bank Uganda has steadily expanded its bancassurance offering by making insurance products available through its nationwide branch network, digital banking platforms, relationship managers and the growing Equi-Duuka agency banking network.
This integrated approach is helping remove many of the traditional barriers that have historically limited insurance uptake, including limited access, lack of awareness and the perception that insurance is complex or reserved for high-income earners.
One of the key drivers of this growth has been customer education. For many years, insurance was viewed by some Ugandans as expensive, difficult to understand or only necessary after tragedy struck.
Equity Bank has worked to change this perception by helping customers understand that insurance is an investment in financial resilience rather than an additional expense. Whether a customer is an entrepreneur protecting business assets, a contractor managing project risks, a school safeguarding learners or a family seeking medical protection, the Bank provides tailored insurance solutions designed to meet different needs.
Through Equity Bancassurance, customers can access a comprehensive portfolio that includes Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Motor Insurance, Property Insurance, Burglary Insurance, Fidelity Guarantee Insurance, Machinery Breakdown Insurance, Professional Indemnity Insurance, Contractors All Risk Insurance, Industry All Risk Insurance, Product Liability Insurance, Public Liability Insurance, Business Risk Protection Solutions and EquiShield School Community Cover.
These products help customers mitigate financial losses arising from accidents, theft, equipment failure, professional liabilities, construction risks, workplace incidents, health emergencies and other unforeseen events.
While retail insurance continues to drive premium growth, Equity Bank is also witnessing increasing demand for specialised corporate insurance solutions. As Uganda’s economy becomes more sophisticated, organisations are increasingly seeking comprehensive risk management products covering cyber security, professional indemnity, directors’ and officers’ liability, contractors’ all-risk, property protection, fidelity guarantee, business interruption and medical insurance.
These solutions are becoming increasingly important as businesses strengthen governance, protect investments and improve organisational resilience. According to Sserumaga, the role of banks in insurance distribution extends well beyond selling policies: “Our responsibility is to help customers understand risk and make informed decisions. Insurance should not be viewed as an additional cost but as an investment in stability, business continuity and peace of mind. As customer needs evolve, we must continue working with our insurance partners to develop innovative products that respond to today’s realities while making them available wherever our customers are.”
Equity’s position among Uganda’s leading bancassurance providers reflects a deliberate strategy of integrating insurance into customers’ everyday financial journeys. Rather than treating insurance as a standalone product, the Bank provides protection alongside savings, lending, payments and investment services through multiple customer touchpoints, making it easier for customers to access holistic financial solutions under one roof.
Looking ahead, technology is expected to accelerate the next phase of bancassurance growth.
Digital banking platforms, customer analytics and integrated financial ecosystems are making it easier for banks to offer personalised insurance solutions based on customers’ financial needs and life stages. Increasingly, insurance is no longer viewed as a separate purchase but as an essential part of a customer’s overall financial relationship.
Industry trends also suggest that bancassurance will continue to play a central role in expanding insurance penetration in Uganda by leveraging trusted banking relationships to reach millions of customers who may previously have had limited access to insurance services.
For Equity Bank Uganda, this represents an opportunity to continue deepening financial inclusion while helping customers build greater resilience against life’s uncertainties.
Financial wellbeing is no longer measured solely by the ability to build wealth. It is equally defined by the ability to protect it.
As Uganda’s bancassurance industry continues to grow, Equity Bank Uganda is positioning insurance as an essential pillar of financial inclusion, helping individuals, families, entrepreneurs and businesses manage risk with confidence while making financial protection more accessible through trusted banking relationships.
The Bank’s strong first-quarter performance demonstrates not only the growing demand for insurance but also the increasing confidence customers have in bancassurance as a convenient, affordable and reliable pathway to financial resilience.
By James Sserumaga, Head of Bancassurance at Equity Bank Uganda.
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has earmarked Shs50 million to combat the growing bedbug infestation affecting several communities in the city, following increasing complaints from residents.
The funding was announced by KCCA Executive Director Hajat Sharifah Buzeki during the authority’s weekly Weyonje community clean-up campaign, an initiative held every Saturday to promote cleanliness, proper waste disposal and better sanitation in Kampala.
During the exercise in Kawempe One Parish, residents raised concerns over the rising number of bedbugs and cockroaches in their neighbourhoods, calling on KCCA to take stronger action to eliminate the pests.
In response, Buzeki directed local leaders to identify the areas most severely affected so that KCCA can deploy teams to carry out targeted fumigation and other control measures. She noted that while the authority is providing financial support for the intervention, residents must also play their part by maintaining clean homes and surroundings, as poor hygiene creates favourable conditions for the pests to thrive.
The Executive Director also reminded residents that proper waste management remains critical in keeping Kampala clean and healthy. She warned against the creation of illegal dumping sites, saying anyone found dumping rubbish in unauthorised places would face legal action.
On the issue of street vending, Buzeki urged vendors who were removed from city streets to relocate to gazetted KCCA and privately owned markets. She added that the authority is exploring opportunities to establish additional market spaces to accommodate more traders while maintaining order in the city.
On Saturday, 18th July 2026, Praise Wisdom, a Ugandan vocalist, was crowned the winner of the CRDB Bongo Star Search competition, winning TZS 50M.
Happening for the 16th edition, the CRDB Bongo Star Search finale, held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, sought to recognize the most outstanding talents from across Africa.
Uganda’s Praise Wisdom came out victorious after beating competition from 70 other contestants from different African countries to win the grand prize of Tanzanian Shillings 50m (over Ugx70M).
She took home a brand-new car and bragging rights over fellow competitors from Rwanda, Burundi, Congo, Kenya, and Tanzania, among others.
The teenager joined the competition after auditions held in Kenya. She joined the camp in Dar es Salaam, where she spent over three months as the star search went on.
Her impressive performance run and an unforgettable finale left the audience and judges in agreement that she was the overall winner of the competition.
Speke Apartments Wampewo has earned the prestigious 2026 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award, placing it among the top 10 per cent of hotels and serviced apartments worldwide based on outstanding guest reviews and ratings.
The annual Travellers’ Choice Awards recognise accommodation, restaurants, attractions and experiences that consistently receive excellent feedback from travellers. Unlike many hospitality awards that rely on judging panels, Tripadvisor’s rankings are determined entirely by genuine reviews and ratings submitted by guests over a 12-month period, making the recognition a strong reflection of customer satisfaction.
By receiving the 2026 award, Speke Apartments Wampewo joins an exclusive group of hospitality establishments that have consistently delivered exceptional service, quality accommodation and memorable guest experiences.
The apartments offer spacious and fully furnished accommodation suitable for both short and long stays. Guests staying in selected units, including the One Bedroom Superior and Three Bedroom Apartments, enjoy complimentary access to a range of premium wellness facilities.
These include a heated swimming pool, a fully equipped modern gym, a steam room and a sauna, providing guests with the perfect setting to relax and stay active during their stay.
Families are also well catered for, with the property featuring a heated adults’ swimming pool alongside a separate children’s splash pool. Both pools are supervised by trained lifeguards to ensure the safety of all guests.
Beyond its accommodation and leisure facilities, Speke Apartments Wampewo offers an exceptional dining experience at the renowned La Cabana Restaurant, which has built a reputation for serving high-quality cuisine in a relaxing atmosphere.
Whenever relationships hit rough patches, social media often takes the blame.
From unanswered messages and suspicious online interactions to endless scrolling and viral relationship advice, many people believe platforms such as Snapchat, Instagram, and WhatsApp have made it harder for couples to build trust, communicate, and stay connected.
Media personality Tracy Mildred, however, believes social media has become an easy target for problems that begin long before anyone picks up a phone.
Speaking on Sanyuka TV‘s She Talk, Tracy argued that the real challenge lies in the people behind the screens, not the platforms themselves.
I feel like social media is just a tool. We are the ones with the problem.
Rather than blaming technology, Tracy believes couples should take a closer look at the way they communicate and understand each other.
In her view, communication and compatibility have always determined the strength of a relationship, regardless of how active people are on social media.
You cannot blame social media because you do not know how to communicate better with your partner, understand them better, or because the two of you are not compatible.
For Tracy, improving relationships starts with improving ourselves.
I think those are personal traits that we need to work on. Once we fix them, our relationships will become better. Social media is not the problem.
Archbishop Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu has urged Christians to resist the temptation of seeking wealth through witchcraft, emphasizing that true blessings come from faithfully worshipping and trusting God.
Addressing his congregation, Archbishop Kaziimba encouraged believers to put God at the center of everything they do, saying those who walk closely with Him position themselves to receive His blessings.
He also stressed the importance of making worship and prayer a daily habit, whether at home, in business, or at the workplace, noting that every activity should begin with seeking God’s guidance.
When you worship God, you live with Him, leaving Him with no choice but to bless you. God needs people to worship Him. That’s why you should create time to worship Him, even in your home and in your business. Don’t just open your shop or office and begin working without praying. The first thing you should always do is worship and pray.
The Archbishop made the remarks as he encouraged believers to remain steadfast in their faith, trust God’s timing, and avoid shortcuts to wealth that go against Christian teachings.
Archbishop The Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu made the strong statement as he dedicated Kitara Kabulengwa Fellowship Church, rallying Christians to reject witchcraft, trust God, and pursue success through faith, prayer, hard work, and obedience.
One concert was all it took to change Lanek‘s gospel music rankings.
Following Joseph Ngooma‘s packed Lugogo Cricket Oval concert on July 11, the self-proclaimed President of Gospel Artistes in Uganda says the singer has earned the country’s top spot.
Thousands attended the concert, and reports suggest that many worshippers could not gain entry because the venue had reached capacity.
Lanek believes the achievement deserves recognition.
Joseph Ngooma has made wonders. The turnout at Lugogo showed how far gospel music has come, and I celebrate him for that.
Until last weekend, Pastor Wilson Bugembe held the top position on Lanek’s list, followed by Levixone, Pastor Twina, and Pastor Justin Nabosa.
Joseph Ngooma’s concert, however, changed his thinking.
My list has now changed. Joseph Ngooma has broken the list. He is now number one, and the others follow after him.
Lanek also credited years of prayer and activism with helping strengthen Uganda’s gospel music community.
He pointed to his past demonstrations, including wearing sackcloth and carrying a cross, saying they reflected his commitment to serving the Christian fraternity.
Although Joseph Ngooma now tops his rankings, Lanek says he still considers himself the overall leader of the gospel music fraternity.
I am still the CEO, and Joseph Ngooma follows me.
He also ruled out organizing another concert in the near future, admitting that his experience at Freedom City Mall remains fresh in his mind.
After what happened at Freedom City, I am not dreaming of organizing another concert anytime soon.
Lanek’s mid-2025 concert drew a disappointingly small crowd, a setback that continues to influence his decision to stay away from organizing another event.
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