KCB Bank reaffirmed its commitment to driving regional economic development and sector innovation during the FY2025/2026 Budget Dialogue, hosted by CSBAGUGANDA at the Sheraton Hotel in Kampala.
The event, which brought together key industry experts, featured a high-level discussion on Uganda’s fiscal priorities and the evolving role of financial institutions in supporting national growth.
Representing KCB Bank, Mr. Dennis Damba, Head of Treasury, addressed delegates on the bank’s strategic focus areas for the upcoming financial year. He highlighted how KCB Bank’s regional presence, spanning Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of Congo positions it as a powerhouse in delivering tailored financial solutions across East Africa.
“At KCB Bank, we pride ourselves on being a regional leader, not just in Uganda, but across East Africa. Our product offering is designed to support key sectors outlined in the national budget, particularly under the ATMS framework: Agriculture, Tourism, Minerals, and Science & Technology,” Damba stated.
He emphasised how the bank’s product offerings are directly aligned with Uganda’s budget priorities, particularly those under the ATMS framework: Agriculture, Tourism, Minerals, and Science & Technology.
In Agriculture, the bank plays a critical role in supporting the entire value chain, from smallholder farmers to value addition, marketing, and storage. Through input financing, working capital, and asset loans, KCB is helping farmers turn subsistence into sustainability.
Turning to Tourism, Damba highlighted the bank’s support for lodges and eco-tourism enterprises. “We recognise the power of tourism to diversify our economy. That’s why we provide flexible financing that helps hotels and hospitality businesses thrive,” he noted.
The mineral sector, too, is firm on KCB’s radar. The bank is equipping mining companies with trade and long-term financing to support value addition and mineral enrichment, critical to expanding Uganda’s export potential.
In the fast-evolving world of Science and Technology, the bank is forging partnerships with fintechs and tech startups to power innovation. Whether through short-term working capital or tech-specific solutions, the bank is enabling digital enterprises to scale with confidence.
Beyond the products and numbers, Damba made it clear that KCB’s mission is about people and progress. “Our goal is to deliver meaningful impact, whether through value for communities and building a more inclusive and resilient economy, technical skills development, institutional partnerships, or tailored financial tools”
“We’re not just funding businesses; we’re investing in the future of Uganda,” he concluded. This reflects KCB’s brand promise, For People. For Better: a commitment to creating lasting value for communities and building a more inclusive and resilient economy.
