FinancialInclusion

The Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda was recently awarded the International Standards Organization (ISO) certification and according to sector players it marks a defining milestone for Uganda’s insurance industry as …

Across Africa, the rise of financial technology, popularly known as fintech has been nothing short of transformative. In little more than a decade, the continent has leapfrogged traditional banking models, …

Financial institutions have been challenged to promote financial inclusion by targeting the population that was previously not targeted by the commercial banking sector. The call was made by various speakers …

Cooperatives in Uganda have long served as engines for economic growth, poverty alleviation, and social transformation. From agriculture to finance and consumer services, cooperatives play a pivotal role in improving …

Mobile money has become a central pillar of Uganda’s financial ecosystem, transforming how people transact, save, and access essential services. With over 35 million registered accounts and trillions of shillings …

Uganda’s insurance sector continues to demonstrate resilience and dynamism, registering a notable year-on-year growth. According to the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA), the industry’s total gross written premiums rose from sh1.60 …

Interest rates remain a major obstacle for Uganda’s Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), which are vital to the country’s economy. These businesses contribute over 70% of employment and nearly a …

Smallholder farmers in Uganda have long faced challenges, including limited access to markets, financial services, and agricultural information. However, the rise of digital cooperatives is transforming the agricultural landscape, offering …

In Uganda’s buzzing start-up scene, innovation is not the problem, access to finance is. For many young entrepreneurs with bold ideas and big dreams, securing funding remains one of the …