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This is what it’s all about — the coming together of women stakeholders and men allies to discuss the important work of women empowerment. Thank you The Mkutano Company and David Bikhado OFUNGI for getting and keeping the conversation going and actions moving. Onwards and until the next gathering!

✨ Client Highlight: Congratulations to the Uganda Bankers' Association (UBA) on an impactful 2024 Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) Forum! In October 2023, UBA launched the Women Economic Empowerment Initiative (WEEl) at their inaugural WEE Forum. The initiative was unveiled as a key pillar of UBA's ESG strategy, to serve as a focal point for addressing the myriad of issues that hinder the progress of women in the banking/financial sector, as well as those who venture into entrepreneurship. WEEI was established with a bold mission: to break down barriers to financial inclusion and leadership for women in Uganda’s banking and financial sectors and through this critical initiative, the UBA has been working to create a more inclusive financial industry where women have the skills, resources, and opportunities to lead and thrive. The Mkutano Company has been honoured to help conceptualise and drive this initiative, supporting a platform that empowers women professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs. Under the initiative we have led engagement efforts, focusing on curating events that not only highlighted female leadership but also fostered inclusive growth through dialogue, actionable solutions and partnerships. Our work has included convening discussions that address structural challenges, fostering knowledge-sharing sessions, and building strategic partnerships that strengthen women’s economic inclusion. Most recently, we are proud to have curated the 2024 WEE Forum under the theme: “Accelerating Female Leadership for Gender-Inclusive Financial Services.” Through discussions and panels, this year’s forum tackled pressing topics such as responsible finance, financial literacy, access to capital, and the evolving role of female leaders in shaping Uganda’s financial landscape. Our journey with the UBA and WEEI has been a rewarding experience, marking significant steps forward in promoting women’s financial empowerment. We carry forward the values and learnings from our collaboration, reinforcing our commitment to advancing sustainable and inclusive development across Africa. Thank you to all the partners and participants who have joined us in this vital work. We look forward to more impactful initiatives in the future. #WEEForum2024 #SustainableGrowth #SDG5 #WomenInFinance #Inclusivefinance National Social Security Fund USAID Uganda Visa

Congratulations to Stanbic Bank on another successful East Africa Business Summit, this time hosted by Stanbic Bank Tanzania! After curating the inaugural summit in Kenya, The Mkutano Company is proud to have partnered again to shape this impactful event for the second year in a row. With key discussions on trade, energy and ESG and sustainability, the summit continues to set the stage for unlocking the region’s full potential through regional collaboration and investment. We look forward to fostering and facilitating more impactful partnerships for Africa’s future. #StanbicEABusinessSummit #SustainableDevelopment #InclusiveGrowth #ESG #TradeDevelopment

Congratulations to Stanbic Bank on another successful East Africa Business Summit, this time hosted by Stanbic Bank Tanzania! After curating the inaugural summit in Kenya, The Mkutano Company is proud to have partnered again to shape this impactful event for the second year in a row. With key discussions on trade, energy and ESG and sustainability, the summit continues to set the stage for unlocking the region’s full potential through regional collaboration and investment. We look forward to fostering and facilitating more impactful partnerships for Africa’s future. #StanbicEABusinessSummit #SustainableDevelopment #InclusiveGrowth #ESG #TradeDevelopment

🌱 Harnessing ESG to Transform Africa’s Agribusiness Sector 🌍 Incorporating ESG principles into African agribusiness is key to driving sustainable growth. From closing the financing gap to improving climate resilience, ESG is unlocking new funding solutions like impact investing, benefiting smallholder farmers and local economies. Let’s continue driving impactful change in Africa’s agribusiness sector through sustainable, inclusive practices and strategic investments! #ESG #Agribusiness #Sustainability #ImpactInvesting #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateResilience #SmallholderFarmers #PrecisionAgriculture

What Does the Future of African Infrastructure Look Like? 🏙️💡 As Africa's infrastructure grows to meet the demands of urbanisation, climate change and sustainable development, businesses have a unique opportunity to lead the way. From renewable energy to climate-resilient projects, ESG is driving a new wave of infrastructure development across the continent. The next chapter of the African infrastructure story is being penned with sustainability at its core. Turn the page with us as we explore three transformative ESG strategies that are not only rewriting the future of Africa's infrastructure but also unlocking new growth opportunities for businesses ready to lead the charge. #ESG #SustainableDevelopment #InfrastructureInnovation #RenewableEnergy #ClimateResilience

🌍 Navigating Africa's evolving ESG landscape presents unique challenges—from managing climate risks 🌡️ to overcoming infrastructure limitations 🛠️ and addressing the ESG knowledge gap 📚 African banks and businesses must develop comprehensive ESG strategies that embed sustainability principles across operations, build capacity, and ensure transparent reporting. By tackling these challenges head-on, companies can enhance their resilience and contribute to sustainable growth across the continent. As we continue to hear from African companies about the distinct hurdles they face, we know that with an integrated approach and the right guidance and sustainability expertise, these challenges can be transformed into opportunities 🌱

🌍💡 Beyond Compliance: How Embracing ESG in Finance Can Unlock Capital for Africa’s Low-Carbon Transition 🌿💼 We are excited to share our latest insights on how integrating ESG principles can transform Africa’s financial landscape and drive sustainable development. Despite contributing less than 5% of global GHG emissions, African nations face severe climate vulnerabilities. Here are a few ways meaningful ESG strategies in the financial services sector can help build resilience, unlock sustainability capital, and support the achievement of SDGs. 🌱

🌍 Integrating ESG Strategy: Key Principles for Financial Services 🌍 In today’s dynamic business landscape, integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors into core strategies is no longer optional—it's essential. Our latest insights highlight four guiding principles to seamlessly integrate ESG within your organization. By following these principles, financial services organizations can drive meaningful progress and secure long-term success. 🌱📈

Sustainability Chats 🌱 What does ESG integration look like for Uganda’s Banks? Our ESG Lead, Neo Mokgwathi, sat down with Bingi Nyakato from our content team to discuss ESG in the banking sector. Here are some of the key takeaways: 🔍 Focus on material issues for your bank and stakeholders 🧩 Integrate ESG into existing processes rather than creating silos 🧭 Treat ESG as an ongoing journey of continuous improvement This discussion is part of The Mkutano Company’s continued efforts to harness the transformative power of knowledge to unpack the critical topics shaping sustainable development in Uganda, and across Africa. How is your institution navigating the ESG landscape? Contact Sydney Obua Odongo at sydney@themkutano.com to learn more about our ESG advisory services. #ESGStrategy #SustainableDevelopment #AfricanEconomies #LetsMkutano Uganda Bankers' Association Bank of Uganda