Equity Bank Uganda Finances Education

Equity Bank has launched a comprehensive financing program to support the education sector in Uganda, addressing cash flow challenges faced by schools and parents at the start of academic terms. The program includes School Bridge Financing of up to UGX 500 million for operational expenses, Asset Financing of up to UGX 1.6 billion for infrastructure and equipment, and School Improvement and Expansion Loans. Additionally, Equity Bank offers School Fees Loans of up to UGX 5 million per child to parents and guardians, along with digital solutions for fee collection and capacity-building programs for school administrators. These initiatives aim to ensure continuity in education delivery, enable schools to invest in quality improvements, and alleviate financial pressure on families, as highlighted during a recent education sector engagement in Kampala.