dfcu Bank has today announced the launch of the second phase of its strategic partnership with the Uganda Green Enterprise Finance Accelerator (UGEFA), reinforcing its role as a leader in driving Uganda’s transition towards a sustainable, green economy.
As one of Uganda’s largest financial institutions, dfcu Bank is placing green finance at the heart of its strategy, scaling up access to tailored financial solutions for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in key sectors such as clean energy, sustainable tourism, waste management, green mobility, and green manufacturing.
The official launch event, held at Protea Hotel in Kampala, marks a significant milestone in dfcu’s sustainability journey. Through this collaboration, supported by the European Union and implemented by adelphi global gGmbH, dfcu Bank is enabling Ugandan green enterprises to access not just finance, but also capacity-building and business development support to ensure their long-term growth and impact.
Leadership Perspectives
Helena Mayanja, Head – Corporate Affairs & Sustainability at dfcu Bank, said:
“At dfcu Bank, sustainability is not just a theme; it is central to our purpose of Transforming Lives and Businesses in Uganda. Our renewed partnership with UGEFA is unlocking the potential of Uganda’s green economy by ensuring SMEs have access to the finance and support they need. We are proud to be a financial institution at the forefront of responsible growth—empowering businesses to thrive while protecting our environment for generations to come.”
Ugandan enterprises urged to explore regional oil and gas opportunitiesCristina Bănuţă, Programme Manager – Access to Finance, Agribusiness and Land at the Delegation of the European Union to Uganda, commented:
“The European Union is committed to supporting sustainable economic transformation in Uganda. dfcu Bank’s leadership in green finance, strengthened by this partnership with UGEFA, demonstrates what is possible when private sector commitment meets international collaboration. Together, we are unlocking opportunities for SMEs to drive inclusive growth and environmental resilience.”
Christine Meyer, Project Lead at UGEFA, added:
“Our collaboration with dfcu Bank has already shown tangible results, and we are excited to enter this new phase together. The call for applications we are opening today will bring more green enterprises into the fold—businesses that are innovating, creating jobs, and shaping a sustainable future for Uganda.”
Applications Open
Green enterprises are encouraged to apply to the UGEFA programme through the UGEFA website (https://ugefa.eu) to benefit from capacity building, technical support, and access to finance facilitated by dfcu Bank and other partners.
