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FSD Uganda is #Hiring We are looking for an Intervention Manager – Financial Sector Policy and Regulation (FSPR). For details and how to apply, visit fsduganda.or.ug/vacancies The deadline for receiving applications is 09 March, 2026.

Financial Sector Deepening Uganda (FSD Uganda) is #Hiring Job Title: Research Lead Location: Kampala, Uganda Reports to: Director, Research and Insights DETAILS AND HOW TO APPLY Visit fsduganda.or.ug/vacancies for the full job description and details on how to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Deadline for receiving applications is 15 December 2025 at 5:00pm (EAT).

During today's stakeholder convening on blended finance facilities in Uganda , @mofpedU has encouraged Ugandans to develop and maintain a saving culture. #FinancialInclusion #YoungAfricaWorks @fsduganda @BOU_Official @PSF_Uganda @youngafricawks @MastercardFdn @stanbicug

Today we're hosting a Blended Finance Facilities learning event at Four Points by Sheraton Hotel. This is a stakeholder get-together focusing on Blended Finance Facilities in Uganda & looking at what progress & lessons have been learnt. #YoungAfricaWorks #FinancialInclusion

Financial inclusion is at the core of what FSD Uganda does and we continue to push the agenda of building a more inclusive financial system that addresses the perennial challenges in Uganda's real economy. #YoungAfricaWorks #FinancialInclusion

Authored by @okidigo and @jlutwama, this policy paper wp.me/pfb0jV-19H studies 3 blended finance funds (MSE Recovery Fund, ACF & SBRF) and shows they can boost access to finance—but sustainability is a challenge. To drive long-term impact, we need blended finance + technical support to tackle both market and structural barriers. #FinancialInclusion

The Data Protection and Privacy Compliance Toolkit has officially been launched in partnership with @pdpoUG. The Toolkit is a key resource to support organisations in strengthening compliance with the Data Protection and Privacy Act Cap 97.

USSD has been key in Uganda’s financial sector, but it's time for smarter solutions. Mobile apps, NFC, IVR, and AI are shaping the future of finance, but high data costs and digital literacy remain challenges. Collaboration is key to unlocking financial inclusion.

Join us at the #FITSPAConf2024 for a resourceful breakout session titled ‘The Pathways to Funding for Fintechs’ on Friday, October 4 at 1:45 to 2:45pm. This is a must attend for enterprises looking for long-term capital!

FSD Uganda this morning led by @jlutwama and @okidigo presented a paper on "Blended Finance Facilities in Catalyzing Financial Inclusion in Uganda" during the National Financial Inclusion Strategy- NFIS II working group workshop in collaboration with @BOU_Official and @mofpedU.

We are geared up for the State of the #DigitalEconomy dialogue happening tomorrow which is a crucial component of our #DigitalEconomy program focused on Access to Markets, Access to Finance, and Institutional Strengthening. Our session is strategically placed under the 'Infrastructure' theme, providing an ideal platform to showcase the advancements facilitated by the #DigitalEconomy Program team and our partners. The theme for this session on "Utilization of a Shared Infrastructure in Reaching Underserved Communities to Create Market Access and Financial Inclusion / Service Delivery Gaps." Make sure to tune in to the live broadcast on how we can shape the future of the digital economy landscape.

FSD Uganda invites sealed proposals and applications from potential consultants and applicants respectively for tender opportunities listed below: FSDU/SRVC/2024/00003: Procurement of a Gender Specialist/ Advisor for the Micro and Small Enterprise Recovery Fund FSDU/SRVC/2024/00004: Prequalification of Firms to Provide Cyber Forensic Services to Supervised Financial Institutions (SFIs) For details of the opportunities and how to participate/ apply fsduganda.or.ug/calls-for-prop….

Download the full FinScope 2023 Report here tiny.cc/finscopeug23

#FinScopeUG23 shows that 81% of adults (16 years +) Ugandans use financial services that are either formal or informal. This is an increase from 77% in 2018. It shows that efforts to increase access are yielding. @aBiDevtFinance @BOU_Official @mofpedU @StatisticsUg

The findings of the 2023 #FinScope survey, the 5th of its kind are ready for dissemination. The survey intends to indicate the state of financial inclusion in Uganda & insights into attitudes & perceptions of Ugandan adults regarding money management, financial products & services.

Embark on a transformative journey with NSSF Hi-Innovator. Women entrepreneurs, enrol in the free online Hi-Innovator Business Foundational Course and complete it before January 15, 2024, for a chance to secure up to UGX 75,000,000 in seed funding, technical support, and strategic market access. Your vision deserves this opportunity: hi-innovatorbusinessacademy.nssfug.org #NSSFHiInnovator

Today, we teamed up with our partners to successfully launch Uganda's National Financial Inclusion Strategy II (NFISII) 2023-2028. @NIRA_Ug @urbraUg @UgMicrofinAuth @IraUganda @CmaUganda @ThefiaU @fsduganda @mofpedU #UGNFIS2023 National Financial Inclusion Strategy 2023-2028 - Abridged Version shorturl.at/cntwZ National Financial Inclusion Strategy 2023-2028 shorturl.at/cJMQY

FSD Uganda is #hiring Job Title: Intervention Manager - Rural & Agricultural Finance Location: Jinja, Uganda Application Deadline: 28 November, 2023 at 4p.m. (EAT) For details and how to apply, visit fsduganda.or.ug/vacancies

We are conducting the platform economy masterclass for the 2nd cohort. This session’s participants are largely drawn from the membership of @FitspaUG. Participants are learning what platforms are, their evolution, history and how to incorporate this approach into their businesses

1/2 While digital agricultural platforms can boost farmer productivity, they also risk entrenching gender inequalities if not gender intentional. Here is how we can narrow the gender gap in digital agricultural platforms - t.ly/GwmIP