Women leaders seek tech solutions to boost investment

KAMPALA, UGANDA – Women leaders in Uganda are pushing for digital solutions to bridge the gender gap in investment.

At the Women Investment Breakfast Forum, held during World Investor Week, industry experts stressed the need for innovative technologies to enhance women’s participation in capital markets.

Irene Birungi Mugisha, CEO Association president, emphasized the importance of inclusive policies.

“As leaders, it’s our responsibility to champion policies, platforms, and products that enable women to thrive as entrepreneurs, investors, and decision-makers.”

Ms. Mugisha highlighted the potential of fintech solutions.

“Today, we have seen people talk about barriers, information gaps. How best can we build literacy and financial inclusion to enable women to access opportunities?”

Josephine Okui Ossiya, CEO of the Capital Markets Authority, cited successful digital initiatives.

“Technological innovations in e-commerce and agriculture have improved financial services for 80% of women in smallholder farms in Africa using mobile-based platforms. We need to bring these innovations to Uganda.”

Ms. Okui emphasized corporate governance education.

“As we drive technology, we must teach women to establish structures, strategize business growth, and engage experts.”

Paul Bwiso, CEO of the Uganda Securities Exchange, encouraged women to leverage digital platforms.

“Women should maintain good track records, collaborate, and engage experts for sustainable growth. Our youth, comprising 70% of Uganda’s population, must be equipped to take advantage of capital markets.”

The forum addressed effective communication strategies for rural markets and businesses.

Experts called for training women on financial record-keeping, networking, and marketing.

Uganda seeks to increase women’s participation in capital markets.

The World Bank emphasizes women’s economic empowerment for sustainable growth.