Our History
The Financial Technologies Service Providers Association (FITSPA) is a non-profit, member-based organization that serves as a unifying voice for both local and international Fintechs and Fintech stakeholders in Uganda.
Over the years, FITSPA has brought together and connected diverse stakeholders to promote the growth of Uganda’s Fintech industry. Through our commitment to community-building, advocacy, capacity-building, and creating opportunities, we have built a thriving community of 211 members, starting with just 7 in 2017.
We envision a regulatory and business environment that supports the growth and profitability of Fintech businesses in Uganda to drive greater access to affordable financial services and promote financial inclusion.
Our Vision
To act as a catalyst in developing Uganda’s Digital Financial Services industry that accelerates inclusive socioeconomic growth towards attaining the desired middle-income status.
Our Mission
To create a conducive environment that stimulates innovation and growth in Uganda’s Digital Financial
Services sector.
Our Pillars
FITSPA aims to support Uganda’s bid to become a Fintech hub by building a community that innovates and develops solutions to spur growth in the Digital Financial sector to increase access to affordable and inclusive financial services. We do this through five pillars.
Community
We bring together diverse stakeholders and facilitate dialogue, collaboration, and partnerships to support the Fintech ecosystem in developing robust and reliable technology.
Innovation
We build the capacity of the industry to create cutting-edge quality solutions that directly address customers' needs and scale across borders.
Advocacy
We create a unified voice for Uganda's Fintech ecosystem and advocate for regulations and policies that promote innovation, growth, and profitability in the Fintech industry.
Opportunities
We collaborate with local and international partners to attract investment and business opportunities for our members.
Gender and Talent
We nurture the next generation of talent to create a pipeline for future innovations and empower women to bridge the gender gap in Uganda's Fintech sector.
Our Strategic Objectives
Our activities are guided by a five-year strategic plan for 2024-2028 with 6 well-defined objectives.
Policy and Regulation
Contribute to an adaptive and inclusive regulatory environment.
Infrastructure and Technology
Advocate for enhancing the Fintech technology and infrastructure ecosystem.
Membership and Partnerships
Champion partnerships and a collaborative and equitable Fintech landscape
Investment and Funding
Empower Fintech growth and sustainability through strategic funding and investment facilitation.
FITSPA Youth
Promote talent resilience and local development in the Fintech sector.
FITSPA Women
Promote gender equality and empowerment in the Fintech ecosystem.
FITSPA Programs and Activities
As part of our member and partner value proposition, we offer programs and activities that address their pressing needs and industry challenges and create value in the FITSPA community.
FinTalks
Frequent events that bring members and stakeholders together to discuss and address key developments, challenges, and opportunities in the ecosystem.
Sector Forums
Events that bring together Fintechs, other sector players, and stakeholders to explore cross-sector synergies and opportunities.
Training and Capacity Building
Tailored trainings, peer and roundtable discussion to empower companies and their staff.
Compliance Support
Free expert and legal support on license applications to comply with the complex regulatory environment.
Research & Industry Studies
Industry research and studies made available for all stakeholders to allow for informed decision-making.
FITSPA Annual Fintech Conference
A 2-day Fintech conference that brings together local and international industry stakeholders to network and discuss key industry trends.
Member Visits
Annual secretariat courtesy visits to individual FITSPA members to understand their needs, pain points, and successes.
FITSPA Women
Trainings, mentorship programs, and support for women-owned/ led Fintechs to bridge the gender gap in Uganda’s Fintech Sector.
FITSPA Youth
Trainings, mentorship programs, career fairs, and internship placements to empower youth with Fintech skills and knowledge to create an employment pathway for them in Uganda’s Fintech industry and also bridge the talent gap in the industry to drive innovation and growth in inclusive digital financial services.