For years, mobile money in Africa was understood as a convenient alternative to cash: a way to send money home, pay a bill, receive money or withdraw funds without visiting a bank. That description is becoming too narrow. Airtel Money…
Reaffirming that ”Uganda is home,” MTN Uganda has assured customers and the public of it’s unwavering long term commitment to the country following speculation that arose after a network shutdown caused by power failure at one of its data centres.…
Every weekday morning, long before the first school bell rings, thousands of students across Kampala begin a journey that is as much a part of their education as the lessons awaiting them in class. They leave home before sunrise carrying…
The landscape of Uganda’s fintech sector is set for a significant shift as Richard Yego, the Managing Director of MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited, prepares to step down on February 28, 2026. After a transformative four-year tenure that began in…
The successful conclusion of Ekisaakaate Kya Nnabagereka Gatonnya 2026 on January 10th marks a defining moment in the long-standing alliance between cultural heritage and corporate innovation. Under the visionary leadership of Her Royal Highness the Nnabagereka Sylvia Nagginda, and with…
MTN Mobile Money (MoMo) Uganda, under the leadership of Mr. Richard Yego as Managing Director, has officially launched the 2026 edition of its ‘Win School Fees for a Year and More’ campaign. Now in its third consecutive year, the initiative…
In a major move to formalise Uganda’s economy and accelerate digital inclusion, MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited and the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) have unveiled enhanced digital tax services on the *165# platform. This partnership, officially launched on December 22,…
In a move that blends urban renewal with digital transformation, MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited (MTN MoMo) this week formally handed over the newly refreshed and modernised Lira Main Market to the city’s leadership. The project, commissioned on Friday, 19th…
The leadership team from MTN Mobile Money Uganda (MTN MoMo), headed by the CEO Richard Yego, conducted a high-level courtesy visit with the Governor of the Bank of Uganda (BoU), Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego, on Friday. The strategic engagement focused on strengthening…
The path to achieving truly inclusive finance in Uganda extends far beyond basic mobile money transfers. That was the central message delivered by MTN MoMo leadership at the Finance Innovations Symposium held on Tuesday this week at the Sheraton Kampala,…
A new chapter in strengthening Uganda’s digital financial ecosystem was unveiled on Monday as MTN MoMo officially launched the MoMo Agent Loans Marketplace, a collaborative platform designed to tackle the persistent challenge of agent liquidity. The initiative, launched in partnership…
MTN MoMo secured a resounding victory at the Digital Impact Awards Africa (DIAA2025) held in Kampala on Friday evening, bringing home four prestigious accolades, including Digital Brand of the Year and Financial Services Digital Excellence. The most personalised recognition, however,…
Africa’s financial landscape is being radically reshaped by mobile money, with platforms like MTN MoMo, under the stewardship of Richard Yego as Chief Executive, driving the vision of a truly connected, borderless continent. This message of transformation was powerfully delivered…
Mobile Money (MoMo by MTN) is reaffirming its role as a key driver of financial inclusion in Uganda, leveraging cutting-edge digital innovations to connect the unbanked and empower entrepreneurs. The company’s commitment was highlighted at the 3rd Annual National Microfinance…
The rapid growth of Uganda’s digital economy, largely fueled by mobile money services, faces a critical threat: financial fraud. Recognising that the entire foundation of financial inclusion rests on consumer trust, MTN MoMo, under the leadership of Mr. Richard Yego…