Hipipo HiPipo a leading digital age organization that specializes in digital innovation and financial inclusion is poised for another groundbreaking year after achieving a major milestone in 2024.
Besides organizing series of events that include 40 Days 40 Fintechs edition, Women In Fintechs summit, Decent Africa Summit, Digital Impact Awards Africa (DIAA) and the popular Hipipo Music Awards, the company successfully integrated the COMESA (Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa) block into its operations, marking a significant expansion of its services.
Innocent Kawooya, the CEO of Hipipo, expressed his optimism about the company’s prospects in 2025.
“We are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead,” Kawooya said. “Our integration with COMESA has opened up new avenues for growth, and we are confident that we will achieve even greater success in the coming year.”
The partnership between Hipipo and COMESA is expected to transform the lives of informal cross-border traders, who often face challenges in accessing financial services. By advocating for secure and convenient digital payment platforms, Hipipo efforts aims to facilitate trade and economic growth within the COMESA region.
Hipipo’s success in 2024 has set the stage for an even more impressive performance in 2025. With its sights set on further expansion and innovation, the company is well-positioned to cement its position as a leader in the digital inclusion space not only in Uganda but across the continent.
Hipipo currently works with partners like Mojaloop Foundation, Melinda & Gates Foundation, Ideation Corner the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance among others.
Kawooya says that as the new year unfolds, all eyes will be on Hipipo as it strives to build on its recent success and achieve even greater heights.
