Pearl Bank procured 100 participation kits for the Teso Run and pledged to promote financial literacy and environmental conservation during celebrations marking the fourth coronation anniversary of Iteso cultural leader Paul Sande Etomeileng Emolot.
Pearl Bank has supported the Teso Run and celebrations marking the fourth coronation anniversary of His Royal Highness Paul Sande Etomeileng Emolot, the Iteso cultural leader, with a commitment to financial literacy, environmental conservation and community empowerment.
The two-day celebrations, held in Soroti District from October 16 to 17, 2026, were organised under the theme, “For the Child”, highlighting efforts to promote children's welfare, education and community development.
As part of its contribution, Pearl Bank procured 100 participation kits and committed to engaging participants in financial literacy activities and environmental conservation initiatives, including tree planting.
Pearl Bank Soroti Branch Manager Godfrey Otene said the partnership reflects the bank's Corporate Social Investment (CSI) agenda, which focuses on sustainable development and community empowerment.
“Supporting Teso Run 2026 aligns with our CSI agenda, particularly in the areas of environmental sustainability, financial literacy, community empowerment and preservation of culture for future generations,” Otene said.
He said financial literacy was essential to improving livelihoods and supporting economic transformation, adding that the bank planned to use the partnership to encourage responsible financial practices.
“Our purpose is to foster prosperity for Ugandans, and for our people to attain this, they must gain financial literacy, which is a critical tool for economic transformation. Through this partnership, Pearl Bank will engage participants in financial literacy sessions aimed at promoting a culture of saving, responsible borrowing and informed financial decision-making,” he said.
The bank's CSI strategy is guided by three principles: scale, impact and sustainability. Its interventions cover education, financial literacy, health and environmental conservation.
Chairperson of the Council of the Iteso Cultural Union, Toto Nosianta Emechu, welcomed the bank's contribution, saying the celebrations provided an opportunity to preserve the cultural identity and traditions of the Teso community.
Emechu said the coronation anniversary helps preserve the community's history and shared values while strengthening its sense of belonging and mobilising support for development initiatives.
The programme began on October 16 with tree planting and financial literacy activities before culminating in the Teso Run on October 17.
The tree-planting exercise highlighted environmental conservation as part of broader community development efforts.
Otene said the bank was pleased to support initiatives that promote environmental protection, adding that conservation requires collective responsibility.
During the celebrations, Pearl Bank also operated an exhibition space where its team interacted with participants, provided financial guidance and showcased the bank's products and services.
The partnership highlights the role financial institutions can play in community-led initiatives that bring together cultural preservation, environmental responsibility and economic empowerment.
Pearl Bank said it would continue supporting initiatives aimed at fostering prosperity for Ugandans through sustainable development and stronger communities.