Pride Bank Limited has been awarded the Agri-Finance Award (Credit Finance) at the prestigious Annual Agricultural Awards themed: Celebrating Excellence and Innovation in Agriculture,
the award recognizes the bank’s exceptional contribution to agricultural financing and its pivotal role in transforming Uganda’s agricultural value chains through innovative, inclusive, and scalable credit solutions.
Pride Bank stood out for its extensive rural outreach, robust loan portfolio tailored for farmers, and measurable impact on agricultural productivity and financial inclusion.
Receiving the award on behalf of the bank, Mr. Kiggundu Joseph Lwanga Mugerwa, the Manager, Agri-Business and Green Finance at Pride Bank Limited stated that, “This recognition is both humbling and affirming. At Pride Bank, our purpose is to transform lives responsibly.Agriculture is the cornerstone of Uganda’s economy, and at Pride Bank, we have made it a priority to invest in the people who till the land, feed the nation, and drive rural development. This award is a tribute to their resilience, and our shared vision.”
He said Pride Bank’s win follows a strong year of performance in agri-financing, during which the bank disbursed over UGX 62 billion in agricultural loans.
These funds supported over 13,000 clients involved in all levels of the Agricultural Value chain. The bank’s flagship agricultural credit product, Pride Agricultural Loan continues to empower farmers with affordable credit, flexible repayment terms, and financial education.
At national level, the recognition aligns with Uganda’s strategic focus on agriculture as a priority sector under Vision 2040 and the National Development Plan IV.
Commissioner, Crop Resources, in the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, Steven Byantware commended Pride Bank for providing accessible credit that supports inclusive economic growth.
This recognition affirms Pride Bank Limited as a key driver of agricultural finance in Uganda, and a partner of choice for farmers and agribusinesses seeking to scale sustainably. The Agri-Finance Award not only celebrates past achievements but also reinforces the bank’s position as a leading force in financing the future of Uganda’s agriculture.