The Capital Markets Authority of Uganda [CMA], in collaboration with the Uganda Financial Literacy Association [UFLA], has officially launched the Masaka Financial Literacy Chapter.
This initiative represents a significant step towards decentralising capital markets and advancing financial literacy efforts across Uganda. It aims to empower communities at the grassroots level with the knowledge required to make informed financial and investment decisions.
Speaking at the launch event held recently in Masaka City, UFLA Chairperson Daniel Ayebare underscored the importance of financial literacy as a foundation for inclusive economic growth:
“Financial literacy is not a privilege for the few, but a necessity for all. By bringing this initiative closer to the people of Masaka and other districts, we are building stronger, more informed communities who can participate confidently in Uganda’s economic transformation. This chapter is a commitment to ensuring that no one is left behind on the journey towards financial empowerment.”
Representing CMA Uganda, Lyn Tukei, Communications and Public Relations Manager, reaffirmed the Authority’s mandate and commitment to investor protection:
“Our role as the Capital Markets Authority is to ensure Ugandans have access to accurate information, make prudent investment decisions, and transact only with licensed and regulated entities,” she said. “Launching this chapter, and others to follow, is not just about accessibility, but also about building trust and ensuring safety. Every Ugandan, whether in urban centres or rural communities, should be able to engage with capital markets as a pathway to financial security.”
The launch of the Masaka Chapter follows the successful establishment of regional financial literacy chapters in Western and Eastern Uganda. Further sensitisation campaigns and strategic partnerships between CMA and UFLA are planned in the coming months to extend financial education and investor awareness to every corner of the country.
