First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports Hon Janet Kataaha Museveni has commended Young Engineers Uganda for organising a successful First Ever Uganda National STEM and Vex Robotics Championship....
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play a vital role in driving inclusive socio-economic growth across Africa. These businesses are foundational to national economies and significantly contribute to equitable development. Uganda,...
Evelyn Namara is a technology entrepreneur with over 10 years of leading systematic change in social entrepreneurship and digital technology, driving innovation for small businesses. Currently working at the coalface...
dfcu Bank has earned international acclaim by winning the prestigious Gold Award in the Distribution category at the Qorus Reinvention Awards—MEA 2024 in Dubai. Recognized among nearly 700 entries worldwide,...
I&M Bank Uganda is making significant strides in digital banking with the launch of its Express Go Digital Account, designed to provide affordable and convenient banking solutions for its customers....
By Innocent Kawooya In the ever-evolving digital age, where technology continues to shape our lives, the financial technology (FinTech) sector in Uganda has witnessed remarkable growth and transformation. FinTech has…
The Uganda Investment Authority (UIA), in collaboration with the State House and Ministry of Finance, will hold the inaugural Presidential Investor Conference on November 29. This unique and one-of-a-kind investor…
By Richard Yego Over the past 25 years, MTN has played an instrumental role in shaping Uganda’s telecommunications and digital economy, marking a journey characterized by innovation and transformation. Our…
Startups are the lifeblood of the global economy, driving innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future of industries. They are the engines of growth and the catalysts for societal transformation….
Pan African fintech, Chipper Cash, has just hit a major milestone. They have issued over one million Chipper Cash virtual cards to people not only in Africa but also beyond….
I have always wondered how founders, who start out while at university build startups from scratch. At that stage, the majority of founders have neither the experience nor the resources…
Ham Serunjogi, the co-founder and CEO of Chipper Cash, a fintech company that facilitates cross-border payments, remittances and wealth management in Africa, has been chosen as one of the inaugural…
Uganda is often called a small market. Despite having a population of over 40m, the purchasing power is relatively low. As a result, it is imperative for startups and other…
Building a startup is an endeavour that is as challenging as it is rewarding. It is a journey that is fraught with uncertainty, risk, and the potential for failure. The…
In venture capital, a ‘funding winter’ denotes a prolonged period marked by reduced capital inflow, posing formidable challenges for startups seeking investment. During this financial downturn, startups often contend with…
