Absa Bank Uganda has announced the appointment of two new Non-Executive Directors to its Board; Hassan Saleh and Gloria Byamugisha.
Hassan Saleh is a seasoned business executive with extensive experience across the fast-moving
consumer goods (FMCG), telecommunications, and broadcasting sectors and currently works as the Multichoice Uganda Managing Director.
On the other side, Gloria Byamugisha is a distinguished human resource professional with over 25 years of experience spanning telecommunications, banking, and the public sector across multiple countries.
Commenting on the appointments, Keith Kalyegira, Board Chairman of Absa Bank Uganda, said, “We are pleased to welcome Hassan and Gloria to the Board of Absa Uganda. Their diverse expertise will be
instrumental as we pursue our strategic priorities, including growth, digital transformation, building a winning and inclusive team, and delivering consistent, value-driven returns."
"These appointments further strengthen our governance and underscore our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and inclusive leadership.”
The new appointees join a strong board comprised of Keith Kalyegira (Board Chairman), David Wandera
(Executive Director), Michael Segwaya (Executive Director), Sophie Nkuutu (Non-Executive Director), Philip Aliker (Non-Executive Director), Rajal Vaidya (Non-Executive Director), George Opiyo (Non-Executive Director), Alex Rugamba (Non-Executive Director) and Edward Ocen (Company Secretary).
David Wandera, Managing Director of Absa Bank Uganda, also welcomed the appointments, stating,
“We welcome the new board members at a pivotal time for our business. Their expertise in talent development, commercial transformation, and regional market leadership aligns with our vision for the next phase of growth. As management, we look forward to working closely with them to continue delivering innovative solutions and long-term value for our customers, shareholders, and communities," Kalyegira said.