Ecobank Uganda bids farewell to outgoing Board Chairman

Outgoing Chairman Elias Kassozi giving a speech during the Dinner. By Our Reporter Ecobank Uganda has bid farewell to its Board Chairman, Mr. Elias Kasozi Byekwaso, celebrating his outstanding leadership and enduring legacy. The farewell activities culminated in a high-profile dinner at the Pearl Restaurant, Serena Hotel, Kampala, attended by board members, staff, and stakeholders. A distinguished economist and financial strategist, Mr. Kasozi steps down after eight transformative years on the board, including his tenure as Chairman since 2022. During his time at the helm, Mr. Kasozi spearheaded the bank’s strategic reorientation, driving remarkable growth, enhanced profitability, and an expanded customer base. His leadership has firmly positioned Ecobank Uganda as one of the leading financial institutions in the country. With a career spanning 38 years, including pivotal roles at the IMF and Bank of Uganda, Mr. Kasozi brought unparalleled expertise and vision to Ecobank. Recruited as an Independent Non-Executive Director in 2016, he was reappointed in 2020 before assuming the Chairmanship in 2022. Board Members cutting cake at Mr. Elias Kasozi Byekwaso’s farewell party. Speaking at the farewell, Ms. Grace Muliisa, Managing Director of Ecobank Uganda, lauded his visionary leadership: “Mr. Kasozi’s legacy is one of integrity, innovation, and strategic...