CAN DIGITAL FINANCIAL SERVICES UNLOCK WOMEN’S POTENTIAL IN EAST AFRICA?

Unlocking Women's Potential in the Digital Economy was the theme. MS Kadaga with the team during the hybrid session power by Graca Machel Foundation in Kampala.

Unlocking Women's Potential in the Digital Economy was the theme. MS Kadaga with the team during the hybrid session power by Graca Machel Foundation in Kampala.

Empowering women in business is crucial for economic growth and development. According to the World Economic Forum, closing the gender gap could add $28 trillion to global GDP by 2025. In Uganda, women represent 54% of the labor force but face significant barriers in accessing capital, markets, and business networks. SMEs, the backbone of the Ugandan economy, particularly benefit from targeted support in sales and marketing to achieve sustainable growth and competitiveness.

Amidst Africa’s rugged mountain landscapes, women like Fatima Mbatha and Amina Wanjiku are at the forefront of sustainable agriculture, combatting the challenges of a changing climate. EcoMedia.com delves into their stories, highlighting the resilience and ingenuity of these mountain farming…