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Evelyn Namara retweeted
@NITAUganda1 has officially handed over ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Information Security Management System (ISMS) certification to the Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA), @ThefiaU in a ceremony officiated by the Hon. Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, @henrymusasizi1
@ThefiaU is among the selected Ministries, Departments and Agencies under the World Bank-funded ISMS Implementation Project, implemented by @NITAUganda1 through the Uganda Digital Acceleration Project- Government Network (UDAP-GovNet).
What this means for FIA:
✅FIA enters the global standard of how Information Security is managed.
✅Enhanced trust and credibility with stakeholders
✅Strengthened information security, cybersecurity resilience, and digital governance
Congratulations to @ThefiaU on the milestone achievement.🎉
#NITAU #DigitizeUG
Evelyn Namara retweeted
I am thrilled to share that I have been selected as one of the Top 5 @CNN Heroes of 2026 out of thousands of nominations worldwide.
When I became Uganda's first #wildlife veterinarian, I never imagined that caring for mountain gorillas would lead to a movement linking public health, conservation and sustainable livelihoods. Through @CTPHuganda we've seen that when communities thrive, gorillas thrive. Our work with over 10,000 households has helped the Bwindi gorilla population grow by over 50%.
This recognition shines a light on Uganda and on the One Health approach for the whole world. The final winner is decided by your vote. I humbly ask for your support:
Vote here: edition.cnn.com/world/heroes…
Voting is open now until November 29, 2026. 10 votes per day. Together, we can show that the world cares about gorillas and people co-existing. #CNNHeroes2026 #CNN #walkingWithGorillas #OneHealth @LillyAjarova
The plot thickens!
Uganda’s National Data Strategy is now available for download.
The strategy provides a framework for strengthening how we collect, manage, protect and use data to support better decision-making, improve public service delivery and drive socio-economic transformation.
Read and download the strategy here:
ict.go.ug/site/documents/uga…
#NationalDataStratgy
Ok! #smh
PUBLIC STATEMENT
The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has learnt with concern of the launch of a “National Data Strategy” by the Ministry of Information, Communication Technology and National Guidance (MoICT&NG).
The Bureau informs the public that the strategy breaches the provisions of the UBOS Act, 1998, Cap. 333, which establishes UBOS as the principal data collecting and disseminating agency responsible for coordinating, monitoring and supervising the National Statistical System.
The public is therefore strongly advised to treat the impugned “National Data Strategy” recently launched by the MoICT&NG with the utmost contempt it deserves.
Read the full statement below.
#UBOS #EvidenceBasedStatistics #DataForDevelopment
Evelyn Namara retweeted
Yesterday, we had the pleasure of joining the @CmaUganda in celebrating the 30th anniversary of progress under the theme, “Re-imagine Uganda’s Capital Markets for a Sustainable Future.”, we were honoured to receive two awards:
🏆 Market Development Excellence Award – Collective Investment Schemes, recognising our contribution to the growth of the industry.
🏆 Longevity and Commitment to the Capital Markets Authority Award, recognising our longstanding contribution to Uganda’s capital markets.
These awards reflect our continued commitment to growing Uganda’s investment landscape and the collective efforts of our leadership, management teams and Financial Advisors, who work every day to connect Ugandans to investment opportunities.
Congratulations to @CmaUganda on 3 decades of transforming Uganda’s financial landscape.
#WeAreOldMutual #CMAat30 #The30YearInvestor #CapitalMarkets
Yes! Happy Independence Day #Uganda!
Yesterday @CmaUganda marked 30 years and I was there to celebrate the milestone at the dinner and awards ceremony.
30 years back, few Ugandans participated in capital markets, later on understood the value of investments vs savings. We still have a long way to go but the industry has made huge leaps and bounds.
Today, many Ugandans know about investments, and with digital channels now taking prevalence, many are able to invest with their mobile phones.
A lot still needs to be done, and the next 30 years should focus on introducing more Ugandans to capital markets and making the barriers to investment entry so easy.
I was there together with my @OldMutualUganda family and fellow Directors! A beautiful event.
Evelyn Namara retweeted
I’ve lived this horror movie before.
Every scene, every act of this script.
Creadev was my IFC, the villain in my movie.
All I can say @sgikandi … May God protect you and walk you through this dark, dark valley of death.
@BoardLotSultan thank you for telling these delicate and profound founder narratives. Whoever has ears, let them hear. Maybe it’s time to draft mine.
"I am on 7 months without a salary, on the verge of financial ruin, at the mercy of landlords and creditors. No Board has removed me as the CEO yet the World Bank are just sitting there, driving me to the verge of a mental breakdown. All so that they can take control of the Board and acquire the company at a depressed price. Employees are praying and fasting daily wondering when the siege will end."
— Sam Gikandi, Co-Founder & CEO, Africa's Talking
Read the full story of the Corporate Chicannery at Africa's Talking here
boardlot.co.ke/p/top-of-the-…
Evelyn Namara retweeted
PUBLIC NOTICE | Dangote IPO
CMA Uganda has authorized the offer of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE IPO to eligible investors in Uganda.
As of the date of the notice, SBG Securities Uganda Limited is the authorized intermediary for the offer.
Investors are encouraged to read the Public Notice for the conditions of the offer and important investor guidance.
#CMAUganda #InvestorProtection #CapitalMarkets #IPO
One last one and I will sign out @imarathonug - she completely warmed my heart.
It was an honor serving her today. Her smile was everything.
#SaveAMother #imarathon
Evelyn Namara retweeted
Today, we joined hundreds of participants at the 2026 Independence Marathon, coming together in support of #SaveAMother and efforts to raise funds for mothers suffering from maternal haemorrhage.
As Old Mutual, we were proud to support an initiative that brings health, fitness, and well-being to the forefront while contributing to a cause that makes a difference.
Our commitment to helping people thrive extends beyond the marathon. Through initiatives such as our #ThriveAppUg, we are empowering more people to make healthier choices and embrace active lifestyles.
#IndependenceMarathon2026 #WeAreOldMutual
Evelyn Namara retweeted
Folks, this morning we did the @imarathonug on Kampala’s Northern By Pass to #SaveAMother. I am grateful to the hundreds who showed up at the start line. This was organized by an incredible team of my colleagues, Kampala’s running clubs & the @PoliceUg. Our partners @stanbicug @OldMutualUganda @Nivana_Uganda @TMR_IntHospital @MinofHealthUG @JetourUganda @sumz_snacks @tookeonline @mtnug @nssfug @BOU_Official @_ntakegroup @ERA_Uganda @URAuganda @UNOC_UG @MoWT_Uganda @URSBHQ, @CKainerugaba @Emmanuel_Rotary thank you for taking a chance on us. This is now an annual event & we look forward to working together again on Sunday October 3rd, 2027. We are building THE marathon event for Uganda
Evelyn Namara retweeted
What a a way to celebrate a 35th! Thank you @stanbicug for choosing to do this with the Uganda runners in the @imarathonug this morning. In doing so you brought us together for a worthy cause, to #SaveAMother
Evelyn Namara retweeted
Your service point was LIT.
Thank you for serving and always a pleasure meeting you. Hopefully next time I will try that jump🔥🔥🔥🔥
Today was the @imarathonug ! I was on the service team with my @paceathletesC1 family and volunteers.
What an incredibly organized event this was. Thank you to all the sponsors and runners for showing up and making it a memorable experience.
Tell us what you thought of the vibes when you passed by. It was an honor serving you all today!
Here are some of my favorite moments captured! Cc: @rkabushenga @niyimic @Akeda4 @Hirolla256 @tom_kabali
So beautifully captured. It was so lovely seeing you on route!
For Our Mothers
I turned up today, a mother in support of other mothers, because women should not die while giving life.
This cause is personal.
I have visited some of our hospitals and witnessed firsthand just how precarious giving birth can be in Uganda. None of us is safe until all of us can give birth safely.
The @imarathonug gave us a moment to focus on one of the critical causes of maternal mortality in Uganda.
But the cause does not end today.
Keep giving blood. Give what you can towards building the cold room at Mengo Hospital Blood Bank.
For the mothers. For the lives they are bringing into the world. 💚
#SaveAMother #IndependenceMarathon #MaternalHealth
@rkabushenga @Akeda4 @stanbicug
Evelyn Namara retweeted
@paceathletesC1 you were phenomenal in making sure the runners & walkers had hydration, nutrition, vibration was on point. You were a massive part of today’s success
Today was the @imarathonug ! I was on the service team with my @paceathletesC1 family and volunteers.
What an incredibly organized event this was. Thank you to all the sponsors and runners for showing up and making it a memorable experience.
Tell us what you thought of the vibes when you passed by. It was an honor serving you all today!
Here are some of my favorite moments captured! Cc: @rkabushenga @niyimic @Akeda4 @Hirolla256 @tom_kabali