Sammuel Kitone

ammuel is a visionary entrepreneur with a strong passion for creating impactful businesses that serve both the private and public sectors. Mr. Sammuel Kitone, a dynamic businessman bridging the gap between continents with his innovative ventures. As a British-Ugandan national, Sammuel has made significant strides in the world of business, establishing himself as a formidable presence in the security and investment sectors.

Culture, Identity & Institutions

Who Gets to Move Up? Structural Mobility and Opportunity in African Cities

Aug 17, 2025

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7 min read

Who Gets to Move Up? Structural Mobility and Opportunity in African Cities

In Africa's bustling urban centers like Nairobi, Lagos, and Johannesburg, the promise of upward mobility is a powerful magnet. People flock to these cities, believing that hard work and perseverance will unlock a better future.

Sammuel Kitone

Rethinking African Economic Dynamics

The Enduring Chains: How Debt Has Always Been a Weapon, Not Just a Burden

Aug 17, 2025

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11 min read

The Enduring Chains: How Debt Has Always Been a Weapon, Not Just a Burden

From the earliest forms of economic exchange to the complex global financial system of today, the act of lending and borrowing has frequently been weaponized, leading to devastating consequences for ordinary people and undermining the very sovereignty of nations.

Sammuel Kitone

Rethinking African Economic Dynamics

Beyond GDP: Defining Economic Success in Terms of Sustainable Lives in Africa

Aug 17, 2025

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6 min read

Beyond GDP: Defining Economic Success in Terms of Sustainable Lives in Africa

For decades, the global measure of a nation's economic success has been Gross Domestic Product (GDP). We've been taught to believe that GDP growth equates to prosperity, job creation, and a larger "pie" for everyone. At Ubuntu Think Tank, we challenge this fundamental assumption.

Ubuntu Fund, +1

Systems Thinking & Complexity

Building a Prosperous Africa: Why We Need to Think Differently

Aug 17, 2025

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10 min read

Building a Prosperous Africa: Why We Need to Think Differently

Traditional ways of solving problems, which often focus on fixing one issue at a time, simply haven't worked because our challenges are much more complex and interconnected.

Sammuel Kitone