In a significant move towards addressing longstanding disparities and promoting digital and financial inclusion, the government of Tanzania has officially partnered with HiPipo.
This collaboration, facilitated by the Tanzania Information and Communication Technologies Commission (ICTC), aims to bridge knowledge gaps, eliminate gender inequality, and increase awareness about technology solutions.
The partnership underscores the government’s commitment to inclusivity and sets the stage for transformative initiatives to benefit underserved populations across Africa.
The partnership centers around HiPipo’s “Include EveryOne” program, a comprehensive initiative designed to accelerate FinTech innovation, empower women in FinTech, and catalyze investment and development in the ICT sector.
Dr. Nkundwe Moses Mwasaga, the director general of the Tanzania ICTC, highlighted the program’s timeliness in addressing key issues such as limited awareness of technology solutions, knowledge gaps, and gender inequality.
The partnership signifies a long-term commitment to advancing financial inclusion in Tanzania through HiPipo’s globally recognized program.
A shared vision towards financial inclusion
The collaboration between the Tanzanian government and HiPipo is driven by a shared vision to expedite financial inclusion.
By leveraging the Include EveryOne program, the partnership aims to drive economic growth, foster ICT investment, provide advisory services to stakeholders, and build a resilient community of digital innovators and ICT professionals in Tanzania.
This initiative is not merely about addressing current challenges but also about laying the groundwork for a sustainable and inclusive digital future for the country.
What They Said
Dr. Nkundwe Moses Mwasaga, the director general of the Tanzania ICTC, emphasized the timeliness of the partnership, acknowledging its potential to address pressing issues such as limited awareness of technology solutions, knowledge gaps, and gender inequality.
Innocent Kawooya, the HiPipo CEO, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, highlighting its potential impact on FinTech innovation, women empowerment in FinTech, and the overall development of the ICT sector in Tanzania.
He announced the official rollout of the Include EveryOne program in Tanzania, specifically targeting empowerment for women, the youth, and millions in the informal sector. Kawooya further noted the significance of the collaboration with the Tanzania ICTC, expressing expectations of showcasing FinTech giants, women in FinTech innovators, and emerging startups from Tanzania.
He emphasized the role of the Include EveryOne program in promoting financial inclusion, driving economic growth, advising stakeholders, and building a knowledgeable community of digital innovators and ICT professionals in Tanzania.
The Tanzanian government’s recognition of HiPipo as the Best Partner in Supporting ICT Innovation 2023 during the 7th Tanzania Annual ICT Conference adds a notable accolade to the partnership.
Kawooya expressed gratitude for this appreciation, reaffirming HiPipo’s dedication to advocating for digital innovation, FinTech, and financial inclusion.
