Category: Business

Airtel Africa Charts Digital Future with Mobile Money IPO, Satellite Expansion and Crypto Ambitions

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Airtel Africa has unveiled an ambitious growth strategy focused on strengthening connectivity, scaling its fintech operations, and tapping into emerging technologies across its 14 markets in sub-Saharan Africa. The telecom giant is progressing plans to publicly list its mobile money division, expand satellite-based connectivity through a partnership with Starlink, and assess the potential integration of

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FINCA Uganda’s Reserve Fund Saves Ayilo Settlement Business Group from Loan Default

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A seven-member business group in Ayilo 1 Refugee Settlement has avoided a potential financial collapse thanks to timely intervention from FINCA Uganda’s Small Managed Group (SMG) Reserve Fund. The Anyawi Amami Business Group, made up of members from both the refugee and host communities in Pakele Subcounty, faced a repayment challenge after one member unexpectedly

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How FINCA Uganda Loans Are Fueling the Growth of Enterprises in Northern Uganda.

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In Northern Uganda, entrepreneurship is often a story of resilience and determination, rising above limited capital, fluctuating markets, and long distances from financial institutions. For many business owners, progress depends not only on hard work but also on finding a lender willing to walk the journey with them. Recent Customer Open Forum sessions across FINCA

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How FINCA Uganda Is Powering Uganda’s Agricultural Revival

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Agriculture remains the backbone of Uganda’s economy—employing 64% of the population and contributing up to 50% of the country’s exports. Yet, for many smallholder farmers, accessing affordable credit remains a persistent challenge. Traditional financial institutions often require collateral that rural farmers simply don’t have, limiting their ability to invest in and expand their operations.FINCA Uganda

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Blue Crane Communications (BCC) goes beyond providing internet services,offering Electrical, Mechanical, and energy solutions in Uganda.

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As one of the fastest-growing tech companies in Uganda, BCC has expanded its scope into the mechanical & electrical, and automation sectors, cementing its reputation as a leader in systems integration. Robert Muramuzi, Head of the Mechanical & Electrical department, stated that, in addition to its competitive connectivity services, the company has enhanced its offerings

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Growing Middle-Class Boosts Carrefour’s Growth in Uganda

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As Uganda’s economy grows and the middle class expands, the supermarket sector is experiencing a significant transformation. Global supermarket brands, such as Carrefour, are not only capitalizing on this economic upswing but also actively shaping consumer behaviors and preferences in the country. In his recent budget reading, Finance Minister Matia Kasaija highlighted that Uganda’s economic

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