Author: BWIIZA

Big Story! Here’s What Sets Ugandan Entrepreneurs Like Sudhir Class Apart

By Frank Kamuntu In my sensational business book, LIFE AFTER UNIVERSITY, I wrote about the different attributes of entrepreneurs on pages 22-23 including innate factors among others. Innate factors involve intelligence, creativity, personality, motivation, and personal ambitions which sets them aside from others. The turbulent times and setbacks did not spare this hardworking and progressive local investor as he became a victim of incompetent and unprofessional conduct of Public workers in the Bank of Uganda who closed his bank unceremoniously in an illegal manner. Some people on Social media had unkind words for him but he was not swayed by…

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MUST READ! Why Supporting Sudhir Means Supporting Uganda’s Growth

By Frank Kamuntu City businessman Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia who is Uganda’s wealthiest individual and a top taxpayer, has long been recognized for his contributions to Uganda’s economic landscape. Ruparelia’s success story began in the early 1980s when he returned to Uganda after years in exile following the expulsion of Asians by Idi Amin in 1972. As the founder and chairman of the Ruparelia Group, Dr Sudhir has played a significant role in establishing businesses that span multiple industries including real estate, banking, education, insurance and hospitality. Given his contributions, both the government and Ugandans have more reasons to support Dr.…

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GoldStar Insurance: Building Confidence & Protecting Dreams Across Uganda

By Frank Kamuntu In Uganda’s fast-growing financial services sector, GoldStar Insurance Company continues to stand out as a trusted name for both individuals and businesses seeking security and peace of mind. As one of the country’s largest insurance providers, GoldStar has built a reputation for reliability, innovation, and exceptional customer service. GoldStar’s mission is simple but powerful — to give Ugandans confidence that no matter what life brings, they are protected. Offering a comprehensive suite of products ranging from personal health and property coverage to specialized business insurance, the company ensures that its clients’ needs are met with precision and…

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Sudhir Ruparelia Bets Big On Hotels, Offices As Kampala’s Market Evolves

By Frank Kamuntu Stanbic Uganda report, spanning from June to December 2022, highlights the oversupply of office space in Kampala, leading to the emergence of an office market in Mukono and Wakiso districts within the Kampala Metropolitan Area, the hub of business activities in Uganda. The report indicates a 4 percent increase in demand for office space in Kampala, particularly in A and B grade properties, which cater to high-quality buildings and affluent tenants. Additionally, the Tourism Marketing Master Plan, as of 2019, reported over 3800 hotel establishments with more than 250,000 rooms and 300,000 beds in Uganda, with 75…

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