7th Annual Bankers Conference
Date: 19th June 2024 | Venue: Kampala Serena Hotel | Victoria Hall | Time: 8AM - 5PM
Theme: Navigating the future of banking: ESG, Sustainability, and Digital Transformation
The future of banking hinges on integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, sustainability, and digital transformation. ESG is crucial for ethical practices, risk management, and long-term growth, helping banks attract socially conscious investors and enhance their reputation.
Digital transformation through AI, blockchain, and fintech innovations is revolutionising banking operations and customer engagement, demanding robust cybersecurity and digital inclusion. Aligning these technological advancements with sustainability goals will drive efficiency and create a more inclusive financial ecosystem, shaping a resilient and responsible banking industry for the future. Join us for this discussion.
Event schedule
In a world where financial landscapes are rapidly transforming, the 7th Annual Bankers Conference stands as a beacon for forward-thinking professionals. This year, we delve into the pivotal themes of Environmental, Social, and Governance practices, sustainability in finance, and the digital evolution reshaping our industry.
- Master of Ceremonies - Maurice Mugisha, Deputy Managing Director, Uganda Broadcasting Corporation.
- Welcome Remarks from Uganda Bankers’ Association - Mr. Julius Kakeeto, UBA Chairperson
- Remarks from Title Sponsor - Mr. Shehryer Ali, Senior Vice President and Country Manager for East Africa and Indian Ocean Islands at Mastercard
- Remarks by Bank of Uganda - Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego, Deputy Governor, Bank of Uganda
- Remarks from the Ministry of Finance Planning and Economic Development - Mr. Ramathan Ggoobi, Permanent Secretary & Secretary to the Treasury
Keynote Address
Navigating the future of banking: ESG, Sustainability, and Digital Transformation - Dr. Martin Oduor Otieno, Chairman and CEO of Leadership Group Limited
Coffee Break
Panel Session 1
Moderated by Mr. David Ofungi, Founder and Curator, Mkutano Company
Topic: Sustainable banking: Integrating ESG principles in banking & financial sector strategies.
Panelists:
1. Mr. Sanjay Rughani, CEO Standard Chartered Bank.
2. Dr Tumubweinee Twinemanzi, Executive Director Supervision, Bank of Uganda.
3. Dr. Winnie Tarinyeba Kiryabwire, Board Chair, dfcu Bank.
4. Mr. Patrick Ayota, MD/CEO, National Security Fund Uganda.
Video Interlude
Panel Session 2
Moderated by Mr. Frank Molla, Managing Director-Africa, MDP
Topic: Innovation and technology for ESG transformation in the financial services industry.
Panelists:
1. Mr. Victor Ndlovu, Director - Business Development Lead - Mastercard, East Africa.
2. Mr. Herbert Olowo, Regional Head IT and Operations, Interswitch.
3. Mr. Robert Busuulwa, Managing Partner, Forvis Mazars BRJ.
4. Ms. Elizabeth Mwerinde Kasedde , Executive Director, Equity Bank Uganda.
Lunch break
Panel Sessions 3
Moderated by Ms. Mildred Tuhaise, NBS News Anchor
Topic: Green financing initiatives: Enablers for sustainable development projects.
Panelists:
1. Mr. Noah Owomugisha, Head of Green Growth and Business Development Services ,aBi Finance Ltd.
2. Ms. Eileen Walusimbi Oloya, Sustainability Practitioner.
3. Mr. John Robert Okware, Country Head ACELI Africa.
4. Ms. Amanda Kabagambe, CEO & Founder Bethel Advisors/Implementing Partner Climate Finance Accelerator (CFA).
Panel Sessions 4
Moderated by Ms. Anne Marie Mwaka Sabano, Head of Business Development aBi Finance
Topic: Energy Sustainability for Uganda: Way Forward...
Panelists:
1. Mr. Roy Baguma, Chief Executive Officer Uganda Energy Credit Capitalization Company Limited.
2. Ms. Peninah Aheebwa, Director Technical Support Services, The Petroleum Authority of Uganda.
3. Ms. Cathy Adengo, Head of Sustainability, Stanbic Bank Uganda.
4. Mr. Charles Kabanda, General Manager Retail and Micro Finance Division, Centenary Bank.
Mr. Michael Mugabi, UBA Vice Chairman
Partner
Title Sponsor
Meet the Speakers
Together, let's explore how integration of ESG principles, championing sustainability, and harnessing the power of digital innovation are shaping a resilient, responsible, and inclusive financial landscape, setting the stage for a sustainable future.
Michael Mugabi
CEO, Housing Finance Bank
Ramathan Ggoobi
Permanent Secretary & Secretary to the Treasury
Peninah Aheebwa
Director Technical Support Services, The Petroleum Authority of Uganda.
Elizabeth Mwerinde
Executive Director, Public Sector & Social Investments, Equity Bank Uganda Ltd
Anne Marie Mwaka
Head of Business Development, aBi Finance
Mildred Tuhaise
NBS News Anchor
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