KCB Bank Uganda has reinforced its commitment to sustainable community development through a comprehensive initiative at Kololo Secondary School, aimed at equipping students with the tools, knowledge and support needed to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
The initiative brought together KCB Bank Uganda staff, school administrators and students in a
programme that combined financial literacy training, account opening, menstrual health support, fruit tree
planting and the enhancement of school safety infrastructure by painting a zebra crossing and building a
pedestrian walkway.
While speaking at the engagement, Edgar Byamah, Managing Director KCB Bank Uganda, said “At KCB
Bank Uganda, we believe that banking is ultimately about people. It is about understanding the
communities we serve, responding to real needs and creating opportunities that make life better.
“;Education remains one of the most powerful investments any society can make. Through the KCB
Foundation, we are proud to support 56 intelligent but financially disadvantaged learners transitioning
from O-Level to A-Level across eight schools in Uganda. We are particularly delighted that Kololo
Secondary School will welcome ten of these scholars,”he said.
The programme commenced with a financial literacy session led by KCB Bank Uganda teams, providing
students with practical knowledge on saving, budgeting and responsible financial management while also
facilitating account opening to promote financial inclusion among young people.
Recognizing the importance of keeping girls in school and with sustainability in mind, the bank also
donated reusable sanitary towels to all female students, helping address barriers that often affect
attendance, participation and academic performance.
KCB Bank Uganda Head of Human Resources, Patience Arinaitwe, noted that KCB Bank is proud to
stand alongside schools, communities, and families in helping to create environments where young
people can flourish.
“I want the students here today to know that there is no limit to what they can achieve. Even if the
situation appears to be difficult, believe in yourself. Allow your ambitions to exceed your anxieties. The
world requires your ideas, leadership, courage, and voice,” she said.
As part of the Bank's environmental sustainability agenda, students and the bank’s staff participated in a fruit tree-planting exercise to promote environmental awareness and create long-term benefits for future
generations of learners.
The initiative also included the painting of a zebra crossing and pedestrian walkway within the school
premises to improve learner safety and encourage responsible road usage.
Betty Mwesigwa, the Headmistress of Kololo Secondary School, welcomed the intervention and
commended KCB Bank Uganda for adopting a holistic approach to supporting education.
“This programme addresses several important aspects of student wellbeing, from financial literacy and
environmental stewardship to health and safety. We are grateful for KCB Bank;s commitment to
empowering our learners and creating a supportive environment for their success,” she said.
The initiative reflects KCB Bank Uganda's broader commitment to ESG principles and sustainable
development, recognising that lasting community transformation requires investments that strengthen
education, improve livelihoods, promote environmental responsibility and enhance social wellbeing.
As Uganda continues to harness the potential of its youthful population, partnerships between educational
institutions and the private sector remain critical in preparing young people to participate meaningfully in
the country's economic and social development.
KCB Bank Uganda is a commercial bank licensed by the Bank of Uganda, the central bank and national
banking regulator. The Bank operates a growing network of 16 branches, 21 ATMs, 568 Agents and 736
Merchant outlets across the country, providing innovative financial solutions to individuals, businesses
and institutions. Its mission is “To drive efficiency whilst growing market share to be the preferred financial
solutions provider in Africa with global reach.”
