URBRA GETS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
URBRA GETS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Following the recommendation of URBRA’s newly appointed Board of Directors, the Minister of Finance Planning and Economic Development, Hon. Matia Kasaija, has reappointed Mr Martin Nsubuga as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of URBRA. Mr Nsubuga’s five-year tenure will start on 1st May 2026. Details to follow
New URBRA Board To Prioritise Inclusion of Informal Workers in Retirement Benefits Coverage
New URBRA Board To Prioritise Inclusion of Informal Workers in Retirement Benefits Coverage The Minister of Finance Planning and Economic Development, Hon. Matia Kasaija has inaugurated a new Board of Directors for Uganda Retirement Benefits Regulatory Authority, with a pledge to support them to advance a stable, inclusive and resilient sector for Uganda. The new […]
RECORD GROWTH, SUSTAINABILITY CHALLENGE: UGANDA’S RETIREMENT SAVINGS HIT UGX30 TRILLION
RECORD GROWTH, SUSTAINABILITY CHALLENGE: UGANDA’S RETIREMENT SAVINGS HIT UGX30 TRILLION The Uganda Retirement Benefits Regulatory Authority (URBRA) on 5th March, released the Annual Sector Performance Report, indicating that sector assets had surged to Ugx30.7 trillion, a 21% increase from 25.4 trillion in FY2023/24. Similarly, the number of Ugandans saving for retirement has grown significantly, reaching 4,062,144, up from 3,224,529 in 2023/24. Other key indicators reflect a thriving sector. Average interest credited to member accounts rose from 10.97% in […]
End Of the Aid Era? Africa Pension Funds Pledge to Finance Continent’s Future
End Of the Aid Era? Africa Pension Funds Pledge to Finance Continent’s Future Africa has enough long-term capital to finance its own future. This was the conviction shared by 650 delegates who gathered at Speke Resort Munyonyo, to attend the inaugural All Africa Pension Summit. Representing 31 African countries, the delegates generated ideas and charted […]
A Lifelong Safety Net: Why Social Protection Must Start at Birth, Not Retirement
A Lifelong Safety Net: Why Social Protection Must Start at Birth, Not Retirement Somewhere in Masaka, an elderly grandmother takes care of 13 grandchildren. A dilapidated house left by her long-deceased husband is the only possession to speak of. She can hardly afford their food, education or healthcare. To make ends meet, she sends the […]
Uganda Charts a New Future for Inclusive Retirement Savings: Highlights from the NLTSS Policy Dialogue
Uganda Charts a New Future for Inclusive Retirement Savings: Highlights from the NLTSS Policy Dialogue On 20 November 2025, the Uganda Retirement Benefits Regulatory Authority (URBRA), in partnership with the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MoFPED), Universal Pensions, and the Resource Enhancement and Accountability Programme (REAP), convened a National Long-Term Saving Scheme (NLTSS) […]
Sustainable Savings Culture to Boost Pension Participation
Sustainable Savings Culture to Boost Pension Participation As Uganda’s Retirement Benefits Sector continues to expand in both assets and participation, one message stands out —building a sustainable savings culture is central to securing a dignified future for all workers. Ugandans are encouraged to embrace consistent saving habits that can guarantee financial stability in later years. […]
INSIGHT: Building Your Retirement, Beyond the Bank Balance
INSIGHT: Building Your Retirement, Beyond the Bank Balance Discussions about retirement planning often focus on financial matters – saving, investing, accessing retirement benefits. The non-financial aspects, are often ignored. Retirement carries excitement, fun, and freedom but can also bring disorientation and disenchantment regardless of how much money one has. While finances are important, they are […]
UGANDA USHERS IN A NEW ERA FOR PUBLIC SERVICE PENSIONS
UGANDA USHERS IN A NEW ERA FOR PUBLIC SERVICE PENSIONS Uganda’s retirement benefits system has undergone substantial changes in the last ten years, key among them, significant shifts in the size and scope of the Public Service. For decades, public servants were covered by an unfunded, non-contributory pension scheme under the Pensions Act, Cap 89, […]
The Three Pillars of Holistic Retirement Planning
The Three Pillars of Holistic Retirement Planning Holistic retirement planning goes beyond saving money—it’s about harmonizing your financial goals with your overall well-being. It balances today’s enjoyment with tomorrow’s security, ensuring that every stage of life remains meaningful and fulfilling. True retirement readiness integrates three essential pillars: finances, health, and relationships for rewarding life after […]