Wazalendo Savings and Credit Cooperative Society has announced the promotion of several senior officers and members of its Board of Directors.
The institution extended congratulations to the leaders on their promotions, recognising their dedication, expertise, and commitment to advancing Wazalendo's mission of financial empowerment.
The promotions include a mix of strategic roles spanning management, finance, compliance, technology, and operations.
The leaders recognised are:
Brigadier-General Joseph Freddy Onata
Promoted to the rank of Brigadier-General, Onata continues to serve as the Chief Executive of Wazalendo SACCO. Under his visionary leadership, Wazalendo has achieved significant milestones, including membership growth, financial stability, and innovative product offerings.
The announcement was celebrated, with Col Deo Akiiki, the UPDF deputy spokesperson, expressing his congratulations on X (formerly Twitter).
"Congrats to Brig Gen Freddie Onata, the CEO of the mighty UPDF Wazalendo Sacco. The biggest and the best in the country. "When you work smart, you earn Smart" Your tireless effort to keep our Sacco above all has not been in vain" Akiiki stated.
Colonel Allan Kitanda
Colonel Kitanda Now serving as Vice Chairperson of the Board of Directors, Colonel Kitanda brings strategic oversight and governance expertise to the institution.
His contributions have been instrumental in steering Wazalendo toward greater member satisfaction and operational excellence.
Colonel Banon Kato
As Director of Finance and Administration, Col Kato's promotion recognizes his pivotal role in ensuring robust financial management and operational efficiency within Wazalendo.
Colonel Yusuf Magero Buha
Elevated to Managing Director of Wazalendo Investments Ltd, Colonel Buha continues to spearhead strategic investments aimed at diversifying income streams and bolstering the cooperative's financial strength.
Lieutenant-Colonel Apollo Ahimbisibwe
Serving as Head of Risk and Compliance, Lt. Col. Ahimbisibwe's promotion underscores his dedication to ensuring regulatory adherence and mitigating institutional risks, safeguarding the interests of members.
Lieutenant-Colonel Arthur Kwezi
Heading the Information and Communications Technology department, Lt Col Kwezi is at the forefront of Wazalendo's digital transformation agenda, enhancing service delivery and operational efficiency.
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Lieutenant-Colonel Julius Katanaka
As Head of Finance, Lt Col Katanaka plays a crucial role in ensuring sound financial planning and resource allocation, contributing to the cooperative's sustainability.
Lieutenant-Colonel Julius Niragire
Leading the Operations department, Lt Col Niragire's expertise has been vital in optimizing Wazalendo's processes and enhancing member service delivery.
The promotions are a testament to the unwavering commitment and exemplary performance of these officers. Their leadership and dedication are key drivers of Wazalendo's continued growth, innovation, and positive impact on its members' lives.
Speaking on behalf of Wazalendo, the leadership extended gratitude to all members for their support and reaffirmed the institution's commitment to excellence and transformative service delivery.
The organization emphasized that these promotions reflect Wazalendo's core values of professionalism, accountability, and member-centricity.
As Wazalendo continues its mission of providing financial solutions tailored to the needs of its members, the institution remains confident that the newly promoted leaders will inspire transformative change.
Their collective expertise will undoubtedly contribute to the cooperative's vision of financial inclusion and empowerment.
