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HiPipo has kicked off its implementation of the Include EveryOne program in the United Republic of Tanzania with a detailed introduction of the Level One Project Principles to FinTechs, Innovators and other Financial Inclusion stakeholders. The Level One Project is an initiative of the Gates Foundation’s Financial Services for the Poor (FSP) program, which is […]
The government of Tanzania has lauded HiPipo’s deliberate digital and financial inclusion efforts that continue to address longstanding disparities, close gender diversity gaps and advocate for equity for thousands of underserved and unserved populations across Africa. As proof of its commendation of these digital and financial inclusion works, the government through the Tanzania Information and […]
The Private Sector Foundation Uganda, the apex body of private business players has signed different memorandums of corporations intended to improve private sector performance, create opportunities for women and youth and mitigate climate change challenges. These partnerships were revealed on Wednesday during the first-ever PSFU Gala held at Kampala Serena Hotel. The PSFU Gala and […]
More than 200 Business Development Services (BDS) providers drawn from across Uganda have been equipped with the business management knowledge, necessary to catalyze enterprise growth as well as address the ecosystem limitations of insufficient specialized and qualified BDS providers. The BDS Providers Training titled, ‘Growth Partners’ program, was premised on BDS standards that the Private […]
A few years ago, the Boda Boda (motorcycle) industry was seen as a men-only business. Women would only be customers seeking for Boda Boda services. But this is fast changing. Even though the Boda Boda Industry is still dominated by men, more women have in the last 3 years joined as riders/drivers and mechanics. To […]
In a joint commitment, development partners and the Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) have vowed to collaborate in supporting the development of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) into large enterprises. This pledge was announced last week during a Private Sector-led development forum organized by Swisscontact, a development partner celebrating its twenty-five years in Uganda. […]
The 2023 Digital Impact Awards Africa celebrated pioneering achievements and innovations in the digital sphere, honouring exceptional organizations and individuals who have showcased significant strides in advancing financial inclusion in Africa. MTN Uganda & MTN MoMo took home the biggest award after being crowned as the Digital Brand of the Decade for their remarkable impact […]
During the 2023 Digital and Financial Inclusion Summit, industry stakeholders noted the need for improved infrastructure to improve business operations and counter the surging instances of fraud. Held at Kampala Serena Hotel, the 2023 Digital and Financial Inclusion Summit was organized by HiPipo in partnership with Level One Project, Mojaloop Foundation, INFITX, Cyberplc Academy, Ideation […]
In a monumental leap towards digitizing Uganda’s transport sector, KaCyber Technologies has unveiled the KaCyber Go Card, the country’s inaugural contactless transport card. Commuters can now bid farewell to cash transactions in buses, embracing a futuristic, convenient, and efficient payment method. Launched during the National Science Week, the KaCyber Go Card revolutionizes how Ugandans pay […]