Dr. Michael Kizito, Lecturer at Makerere University, shared insights at the PFM Conference on strengthening mobile money interoperability.
From pricing frameworks to wallet-to-wallet (P2P) standards, interoperability remains key to scaling merchant payments and reducing transaction costs across Uganda’s digital economy.
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Dr. Michael Kizito, Lecturer at Makerere University highlited the importance of mobile money interoperability in scaling digital payments, reducing costs, and driving financial inclusion in Uganda.
He noted the need for user-centric public services, stronger digital skills, and inclusive systems, while addressing key challenges such as cybersecurity, capacity gaps, and resistance to change.
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Highlights from the 4th Public Finance Management Conference Insights from Dr. Michael Kizito, Lecturer at Makerere University Imperial Resort Beach Hotel | 6–8 May
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Earlier today the Minister of State for Planning @mofpedU Hon. Amos Lugoloobi officiated at the launch of the Retirement Benefits Sector Performance report 2025.
He highlighted the importance of a regulated Retirement Benefits Sector in helping the nation achieve the ten fold growth strategy embarked on by the @GovUganda
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MURBS hosted the team from @IMFNews and @mofpedU during the Local Currency Bond Market Development Diagnostic Assessment.
Discussions focused on MURBS’ participation in primary auctions and the secondary bond market, as well as its regulatory and operational framework.
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Celebrating top performers in Retirement Benefits Services at the FiRe Awards 2025.
🏆 Winner – @Makerere Retirement Benefits Scheme
🥈 1st Runner-Up – Bank of Uganda Defined Benefits Scheme
🥉 2nd Runner-Up – Bank of Uganda Defined Contributions Scheme
These schemes exemplify prudent management and strong accountability in member-focused reporting.
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