Uganda

Deposit Protection Fund of Uganda (DPF)

About DPF

The Deposit Protection Fund of Uganda (DPF) is a Government Agency that provides deposit insurance to customers of deposit-taking institutions licensed by Bank of Uganda.

The DPF, which is also referred to as the Fund, was established as a separate legal entity following the enactment of the Financial Institutions (Amended) Act, 2016. Prior to this, DPF was managed by Bank of Uganda.

The process of operationalizing the Fund commenced in April 2017 with the inauguration of the Board of Directors by Honorable Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development.

Vision

Excellence in deposit protection for financial sector stability

Mission

To foster public confidence through protection of depositors in institutions regulated by Bank of Uganda

Core values

  • Respect : As Board and staff, we treat each other and members of the public with courtesy, respect and civility.

  • Integrity : We perform our work with diligence and endeavor to do the right thing under all circumstances. Each individual employee must demonstrate trustworthiness and honesty.

  • Transparency : We communicate honestly and share relevant information with our customers and stakeholders.

  • Excellence : As a team, we passionately strive to deliver quality services in a timely and cost-effective manner and seek continuous improvement through feedback and innovation.

DPF Key Stakeholders

Dr. Julia Clare Olima Oyet (Mrs.)
Mr. Ben Patrick Kagoro
(MBA, CPA, ACIS, ACMA)

Chief Executive Officer and, Chairperson of the Africa Regional Committee (IADI).
Board Chairperson

 

List of Board Members

  • Mr. Ben Patrick Kagoro, Board Chairperson
  • Mrs. Susan Wasagali Kanyemibwa, Non-Executive Director
  • Dr. Andrew Obara, Non-Executive Director
  • Mr. Emmanuel Kalema Musoke, Non-Executive Director
  • Mr. I.K.John Byaruhanga, Non-Executive Director
  • Ms. Roy Nambogo, Non-Executive Director
  • Mr. Wilbrod Humphreys Owor, Non-Executive Director

 

Names, titles and contacts of Executive Management Members/Heads of Departments

NAME DESIGNATION CONTACTS
 Dr. Julia Clare Olima Oyet     (Mrs.)  Chief Executive Officer  julia.oyet@dpf.or.ug
 Mr. Balaam Ssempala  Director Information   Technology  balaam.ssempala@dpf.or.ug
 Mr. Patrick Onen Ezaga  Director Communications  patrick.ezaga@dpf.or.ug
 Mr. Moses Apell Odongo  Director Human Capital and   Administration  apell.odongo@dpf.or.ug
 Mrs. Angela Kiryabwire     Kanyima  Director Legal and Board   Secretary  angela.kiryabwire@dpf.or.ug
 Dr. Michael Mayanja     Lugemwa  Director Internal Audit  michael.lugemwa@dpf.or.ug
 Mr. Yusuf Mukiibi  Director Finance and   Operations  yusuf.mukiibi@dpf.or.ug
 Mr. Alan N. Lwetabe  Director Investments  alan.lwetabe@dpf.or.ug

 

Contact information

  • Physical address : AHA Towers,  Level 3, Plot 7 Lourdel Road, Nakasero, P.O Box 37228, Kampala, Uganda
  • Phone Number : +256 312 206 400
  • Email address : info@dpf.or.ug
  • Website : www.dpf.or.ug