In a bold step towards modernizing regulatory oversight, the Insurance Regulatory of Uganda, rolled out the RBS system after conducting a hands-on training session with secto The training conducted by the IRA’s consulting team from Regnology Ltd at the Insurance Tower in Kampala on November 11, 2025 equipped players (including Non-Life Insurance companies, Life Insurance… Continue reading IRA ROLLS OUT RISK-BASED SUPERVISION SYSTEM
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UNITY IN STRENGTH: IRA WELCOMES THE SANLAMALLIANZ ALLIANCE
The Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda (IRA) hails the merger of Sanlam General Insurance and Jubilee Allianz, ushering in a new era with the creation of SanlamAllianz General Insurance. The merger, officially approved by the IRA in August 2025, brings together the strength, expertise, and extensive market experience of two major players in the sector.… Continue reading UNITY IN STRENGTH: IRA WELCOMES THE SANLAMALLIANZ ALLIANCE
UPHOLD EXELLENCE IN DELIVERING RULINGS – JUSTICE ODOKI TO IRA LEGAL TEAM
Former Chief Justice Benjamin Odoki has urged the Legal team at the Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda (IRA) to uphold the highest standards of excellence and integrity as they execute their mandate of resolving insurance-related complaints. Speaking during a the Ruling and Judgment Writing Training with the Authority’s Legal Department at the Insurance Tower on… Continue reading UPHOLD EXELLENCE IN DELIVERING RULINGS – JUSTICE ODOKI TO IRA LEGAL TEAM
IRA GREENLIGHTS UGAFODE MICROINSURANCE TO OFFER BANCASSURANCE SERVICES
Ugafode Microfinance Limited has received clearance from the Insurance Regulatory of Uganda (IRA) to sell insurance under the bancassurance arrangement. The Micro-Deposit taking institution with 27 branches across the country officially received its license on Thursday October 23, 2025, at a media handover ceremony held at the Insurance Tower in Kampala. Its entrance in this… Continue reading IRA GREENLIGHTS UGAFODE MICROINSURANCE TO OFFER BANCASSURANCE SERVICES
DE-RISK UGANDA’S ECONOMY – FINANCE MINISTRY PS GGOOBI TELLS INSURERS
The Ministry of Finance Permanent Secretary/ Secretary to the Treasury Ramathan Ggoobi has urged Uganda’s insurance industry players to play a more deliberate role in de-risking the economy and driving the country’s ambitious “tenfold growth strategy.” The tenfold growth strategy is a government framework aimed at achieving rapid, sustainable, and inclusive economic expansion by increasing… Continue reading DE-RISK UGANDA’S ECONOMY – FINANCE MINISTRY PS GGOOBI TELLS INSURERS
EMBRACE RESPONSIBLE WASTE DISPOSAL: IRA RALLIES MARKET TRADERS AS IT DONATES GARBAGE SKIPS
By Faridah Kulabako Traders operating in and around Ggaba Beach market have been urged to embrace proper waste disposal by utilizing the donated garbage skips to improve sanitation and hygiene. The call was made by the Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda (IRA) Chief Executive Officer, Alhaj Dr. Kaddunabbi Ibrahim Lubega as he handed over two… Continue reading EMBRACE RESPONSIBLE WASTE DISPOSAL: IRA RALLIES MARKET TRADERS AS IT DONATES GARBAGE SKIPS
MAKE USE OF THE INSURANCE COMPLAINTS BUREAU – FEMALE LAWYERS TOLD
Female lawyers in Uganda have been urged to make use of the Insurance Complaints Bureau whenever they encounter challenges with insurance service providers for easy and faster redress. The call was made by the Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda (IRA) Director Legal, Ms. Francesca Kakooza, during the Female Lawyers Network (FLN) symposium held at Hotel… Continue reading MAKE USE OF THE INSURANCE COMPLAINTS BUREAU – FEMALE LAWYERS TOLD
THE IRA NEWSLETTER – LATEST EDITION
From the spirited conversations at theMedia Workshop, where calls were madeto demystify technical jargon and bringinsurance closer to everyday realities,to the Insurance Appeals Tribunalurging clarity and fairness in policiesand claims, the common thread isunmistakable: trust must remain the cornerstone of progress. Find the full newsletter in this link
Insurance industry launches campaign to raise literacy and boost uptake
Uganda’s insurance industry has launched an aggressive campaign that seeks to empower people across the country with the relevant insurance information to boost confidence in the sector and uptake. Dubbed the Insurance Literacy and Market Development Agenda (ILMDA), the 5-year campaign spearheaded by the Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda (IRA), Uganda Insurers Association (UIA) was… Continue reading Insurance industry launches campaign to raise literacy and boost uptake
INDUSTRY PLAYERS RALLIED TO ADOPT ESG AGENDA FOR SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
By Mariam Nalunkuuma Insurance industry players have been challenged to adopt the Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) agenda if they are to grow for sustainably. The call was made by the Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda (IRA) Chief Executive Officer, Alhaj Dr. Kaddunabbi Ibrahim Lubega during the 8th John Ssebaana Kizito memorial lecture at Brovad… Continue reading INDUSTRY PLAYERS RALLIED TO ADOPT ESG AGENDA FOR SUSTAINABLE GROWTH