Fido proudly participated in shaping conversations about digital transformation at this year’s Digital & Financial Inclusion Summit featuring the Digital Impact Awards Africa, a platform dedicated to addressing Africa's financial inclusion gaps.
Held under the theme "Maximizing the Digital Dividend," the summit brought together innovators, policymakers, and thought leaders to explore how technology can drive financial access across underserved communities.
Our Managing Director, Emmanuel Oketa, took the stage as a distinguished panelist, discussing Digital Loans and Their Role in Last-Mile Financial Inclusion. His insights highlighted how fintech innovations like Fido’s are pivotal in empowering individuals and small businesses, particularly in bridging financial access gaps in rural and urban Uganda.
We are thrilled that Fido was nominated for the FinTech Start-up of the Year award and honoured with a Certificate of Excellence. This recognition celebrates our relentless dedication to creating inclusive, instant, accessible financial credit for individuals and entrepreneurs.
As a company regulated by the Uganda Microfinance Regulatory Authority (UMRA), Fido’s mission is to empower individuals and entrepreneurs to take charge of their future by providing financial services that are inclusive, instant, and easily accessible through our innovative digital products.
Financial inclusion remains a pressing issue across Uganda and Africa at large. Many individuals and small businesses struggle with limited access to traditional banking systems. Fido addresses this gap by offering digital loans without collateral, providing an easy and fast solution that enables users to manage their finances and grow their enterprises.
As Emmanuel noted during his panel session, “Technology is not just about innovation; it’s about transforming lives. Through accessible digital products, we empower communities to dream bigger and achieve more.”
Our customers remain at the heart of what we do. From the entrepreneurs scaling their businesses with Fido Business Loans to individuals managing daily expenses, your determination inspires us to push boundaries. Your trust fuels our mission to deliver seamless, customer-focused, and impactful products.
This recognition at the Digital Impact Awards Africa reinforces our commitment to creating digital solutions that resonate with the needs of our customers. As we continue to grow, we remain steadfast in our vision to empower individuals and businesses with the tools they need to take control of their financial future.
