Britam Uganda has proudly been re-certified as a Top Employer Africa for the second consecutive year, affirming its ongoing commitment to fostering a people-centred leadership approach and maintaining a high-performance workplace culture. This prestigious recognition, awarded by the Top Employers Institute (TEI), is a testament to Britam’s dedication to employee wellbeing, inclusion, and talent development across its operations in Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, and Mozambique.
The award highlights Britam’s continued investment in building an empowering environment for its employees, ensuring they are motivated to grow, innovate, and contribute significantly to the company’s success. Through thoughtful and progressive people practices, Britam nurtures an inclusive, purpose-driven culture aligned with its pan-African growth strategy.
Purpose-Driven People Practices
Britam’s employee engagement platforms, such as Life@Britam, She Thrives, ManCave, and Women in Leadership, alongside comprehensive wellbeing support through the Employee Assistance Programme, form the backbone of its people strategy. These initiatives are designed to support both professional development and personal growth, helping employees thrive in a balanced work environment.
Employee-Centric Leadership
Allan Mafabi, Britam Uganda’s CEO, emphasized that this recognition reinforces the strong connection between supporting employees and creating value for customers. “This recognition reflects the strong belief we have in building capable teams that drive service excellence and long-term impact in the market,” Mafabi said.
A Culture of Passion and Innovation
Tom Gitogo, Britam Group Managing Director and CEO, attributed the company’s success to the collective efforts of its workforce, fondly referred to as the Blue Tribe. “This recognition reflects the strength of our culture and the commitment of our people across the region,” Gitogo noted, adding that Britam remains resolute in its focus on investing in its employees to build a resilient, future-ready organization.
Strengthening Global and Regional Presence
At the regional level, the Top Employers Institute praised Britam’s consistency in its people practices across various markets. The company’s ability to scale its strategy while staying responsive to diverse markets was noted as a significant achievement.
In Uganda, Britam earned top rankings among four certified companies, solidifying its reputation as a leading employer within the country’s financial services sector. Globally, over 2,400 organizations across 125 countries were recognized in 2026, positively impacting over 13 million employees worldwide.
With its continued focus on employee development and wellbeing, Britam Uganda is set to remain at the forefront of the financial services industry, shaping a work culture that drives both business success and employee satisfaction.
