On Monday 25th August, 2025, the Uganda Insurers Association (UIA) hosted the Welcome Cultural Dinner of the 47th OESAI Annual Conference & AGM. The dinner that took place at the Ndere Cultural Centre under the theme: A Night of Unity in Diversity served as the official opener for the 47th OESAI Annual Conference & AGM. The evening’s theme was brought to life through music, cultural attires, and local cuisines. Performances by the Ndere Troupe showcased the richness of the African culture.
Ms. Ruth Namuli, Board Chairperson of the Uganda Insurers Association, delivered the opening remarks on behalf of the Uganda Insurers Association, the Executive Commiittee, and the wider insurance fraternity. She explained that the dinner’s theme, A Night of Unity in Diversity, was not only a reflection of the evening’s celebration but also a true embodiment of OESAI’s mission of building a stronger African insurance industry through collaboration, innovation, and mutual learning. She noted that Uganda was deeply honored to host this year’s conference, a gathering that allowed the country to share not only its financial and insurance expertise, but also the heartbeat of its heritage and traditions, adding that the diversity of the music, food, and culture on display represented Africa’s uniqueness, resilience, and potential for growth.
She highlighted that just like the African cultures differ yet remain interconnected, so are the continent’s economies, markets, and aspirations for financial inclusion. She stressed that OESAI provides a platform to turn these differences into opportunities for growth and better service delivery, anchored in a deep understanding of people’s needs.
Representing the Minister of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities, Dr. Basil Ajer, Director of Tourism at the Ministry, urged insurance industry players to work towards improving insurance penetration across the region. He commended OESAI and the Uganda Insurers Association for creating a platform that not only strengthens collaboration within the insurance fraternity, but also builds synergies with the tourism sector as a key partner in national development.
The Chief Executive Officer of the Uganda Tourism Board, Juliana Kagwa, encouraged the insurance industry to take a deeper interest in tourism and the visiting delegates to explore Uganda’s diverse attractions during their stay.
The Welcome Cultural Dinner provided a memorable opening to the 47th OESAI Annual Conference & AGM, blending the spirit of collaboration, celebration, and African heritage thereby capturing the true essence of unity in diversity. The OESAI Conference took place from 23rd t0 27th at Speke Resort Munyonyo under the theme: The Future of Customer Experience in Insurance.
