Fiona Nuwamanya

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[Elevate Africa @WeElevateAfrica]

Say hello to a few members of the Class of 2026. You can trust these ones with Africa’s development, they are purposeful, impact-driven and ready to drive meaningful change for Africa’s collective progress.

#EAF26 #EAFtakesonkigali #EAFlearningintensive26

[Elevate Africa @WeElevateAfrica]

Welcome to the Elevate Africa Fellowship Class of 2026 Learning Intensive 🌍✨ We’ve just begun!

With 18 countries represented in this fellowship, we’re excited for the journey ahead
#EAFtakesonkigali #EAFlearningintensive26 #EAF26

[Fiona Nuwamanya @pheonagh_f]

I am thrilled and excited to be part of the Elevate Africa Fellowship Class of 2026 🥳🥳🥳

[Elevate Africa @WeElevateAfrica]

We’re thrilled to announce the Elevate Africa Fellowship Class of 2026! 🎉

23 exceptional leaders from 18 African countries are joining the fellowship united by a shared vision to shape a stronger, more empowered Africa.

Learn more via the link: https://t.co/Hm1W8xVGc1

[Fiona Nuwamanya @pheonagh_f]

@DenisDukeUG @Spartakussug

[Africa Centre for Applied Digital Health-CADH @CADH_Africa]

proud to officially launch 𝗚𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗔, our new digital platform designed to make quality healthcare more accessible, affordable, and convenient for individuals, families, and organisations.
#DigitalHealth #HealthTech #Ganda #Telemedicine #VirtualCare #GandaByCADH

[Dr Moeketsi @AusBassie]

Day 35

[Pearls & Olives Stays @pearls_olives]

December at Pearls & Olives is calling! Avoid the holiday rush... Secure your cozy, stylish stay now and make unforgettable memories with your loved ones. #pearlsandolives #holidayvibes #decembergetaway #airbnbuganda

[ACCA Africa @ACCA_Africa]

Hear from Jamil Ampomah, ACCA Director for Africa, on why sustainability is crucial for our nation's future and how ACCA is driving long-term impact in schools nationwide. Watch now and join us in shaping a sustainable tomorrow! #MyACCA #SustainabilityHour

[Fiona Nuwamanya @pheonagh_f]

The largest finance professionals' gathering in Africa is about to go live. Over 70 speakers and up to 700 delegates #AMC2025 #ACCA #Sustainability

[Pan African Women Empowerment Network (PAWEN) @pawencommunity]

Congratulations to this year’s award recipients, individuals who continue to lead with courage, creativity, and impact.

Your stories inspire a new generation of African innovators.

[ACCA Uganda @ACCA_Uganda]

"So much of what we believe on this critical issue is described in ACCA Global Agenda for Action, accounting for a better world. It tells a story of how accountants can support the wider public in building resilient economies, developing the talent for tomorrow, driving sustainable business, advancing standards and regulations, transforming the public sector, supporting entrepreneurial growth and strengthening ethics and Trust. Education is also critically important, it's the golden key that unlocks the answers we need. It's essential that the emerging generation of business leaders and finance experts understand the ultra important disciplines of sustainable business and the need to include and respect the impacts on the environment communities and people in their balance sheets and strategies and philosophies of business." @proffmj President ACCA Governing Council #ThinkAhead

[Pearls & Olives Stays @pearls_olives]

Black November just got a glow-up ✨
Stay at Pearls & Olives and get 10% OFF because your getaway deserves a little extra sparkle!
Good vibes, comfy beds and a view that slaps
#BlackNovember #PearlsAndOlives #GetawayGoals

[The Global Fund @GlobalFund]

Just Announced: US$11.34 billion raised to sustain the fight against AIDS, TB and malaria, save millions more lives, and strengthen systems for health.

Despite global challenges, the @GlobalFund’s Eighth Replenishment marks a moment of renewed solidarity and resolve – reaffirming that the world can still come together to confront these three epidemics and protect future generations.

https://t.co/4oGA5cTiqS

[Fiona Nuwamanya @pheonagh_f]

What a serious show of commitment from Uganda 🤝🤝🤝
African countries must commit now, more than ever to health.

[The Global Fund @GlobalFund]

Representatives from African Union Member States gathered in Addis Ababa to reinforce the urgent call for sustained investment in health.

Uganda announced a US$3 million pledge, the first African contribution to the @GlobalFund’s Eighth Replenishment, marking a powerful moment of leadership and commitment.

As South Africa prepares to co-host the first Replenishment Summit on African soil, Africa is ready to lead in the fight against AIDS, TB and malaria.

https://t.co/IeOuwEDP9c

[Fiona Nuwamanya @pheonagh_f]

massive congratulations to you and your team!!!

[Colin Asiimwe @Spartakussug]

Say YES.

Yes to teamwork.
Yes to briefs.
Yes to ideas.
Yes invitations to rooms.
Yes to collaborations.
Yes to hard conversations.
Say yes!

Thank you to all the people that make it all work.

[Fiona Nuwamanya @pheonagh_f]

@ACCA_Uganda I think for leaders to create impact and legacy starts from intentionality. Without intentionality you can't make the hard choices. Hard choices may make you unpopular, but if you're looking towards a long-term, you're able to do what you have to do.

[Pages 🇺🇬 @EddiePages]

Tomorrow we are going to be on an X space, moderated by @qataharraymond.

Theme;- “CFO vision- creating impact and legacy”

Don’t miss insights from great minds.
#CFOAwardsUg25

[Fiona Nuwamanya @pheonagh_f]

This is so funny. It's true though, when the cfo is giving bad news no one ever wants to listen. Such situations can be really intense and can cause CFOs to lose their s**t. As a CFO it always helps to remember that it's just business.

[PEoperator⚡️ @PEoperator]

Several years ago, I took a CFO gig at a PE portco thinking the company just needed an upgrade.

Turns out, they needed a replacement after the last CFO had taken his own l*fe.

Of course, no one told me that beforehand but it portended of things to come. The whole situation was not as advertised.

I knew something was off when I got there and there was no money in the bank account.

The controller was cutting checks, then putting them in her drawer.

So week 2 maybe, I sit down with the MD on this deal. Remember it vividly. We were sitting across from each other at the conference table.

He told me the company had not paid its management fee. Something like $160k of fees at the time.

Naturally, I told him that we didn’t have the funds. I needed every penny to pay vendors to keep the business running.

I knew he’d understand.

Nope.

“Just send the check.”

I tried a couple more times to no avail. What could I do? I was brand new. I sent the check.

If you’re asking yourself how could this happen? How could they not know the business was out of money? And how could I have taken such a job?

Well, the company was hacked before my arrival. They didn’t pay the ransom (4 Bitcoin - like $40k at the time) and lost all their data. Systems down for 3 months.

Since they had just closed a few good months, everyone assumed things were still going well. And they assured me as much.

When I arrived they were shocked to learn there was no money. In fact, they really didn’t believe me- thought I was mismanaging or something. They were mad at me. I’d been there two weeks!

Turns out the prior CFO had told them, but they didn’t believe him… they just assumed he was doing a bad job.

But in reality, they just didn’t like what he had to say.

Point is, you never really know what you’re stepping into. I had tried to research the PEG and company. I had met with everyone I could.

But in the end, it comes down to whoever has the gold because that is who makes the rules.

After being in the seat for 15 months, we successfully turned the company around. There were fierce negotiations with banks, mezz lenders, vendors, customers and of course the PEG. It was stressful.

Throughout those months, I often wondered if the prior CFO knew the truth and had just totally lost hope.

I had a young family, a newborn, and had just uprooted my family to a new city, states away for this job. This was my first taste of anything other than up&to-the-right professional success.

These sorts of situations are so intense. It feels like the whole world depends on making the company successful.

But it doesn’t. Remember that when things feel dire; it’s just business.

There’s more to life. If I can survive it, so can you.

[Uganda Airlines @UG_Airlines]

We are excited to be sponsors of the #CFOAwardsUG25 by @ACCA_Uganda, celebrating the ninth year of recognizing exceptional achievements in the finance profession nationwide.

Join today's livestream of the Launch Event for an engaging discussion on "CFO Vision: Creating Impact and Legacy": https://t.co/PLreJA3nTN
#FlyUgandaAirlines

[Deloitte Uganda @DeloitteUganda]

The Deloitte CFO Program offers finance professionals trusted, valuable, and comprehensive resources for every stage of their careers. It provides unique opportunities to learn from leaders, subject matter experts, peers, and board members. A key highlight of this program is the collaboration between Deloitte Uganda and @ACCA_Uganda, which fosters professional networking, collaboration, and learning.

The CFO Awards celebrate and recognise exceptional individuals in the finance profession across various industries and sectors in the country. Join us for an engaging, informative, and lively session as we kick off the ninth edition of the #CFOAwardsUG25.

Follow the livestream here - https://t.co/S1xFJu74lU
Learn more about the Deloitte CFO Program here - https://t.co/rYHNlRh83c

#CFOProgram #ImpactThatMatters #CFOVision #LegacyandImpact

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