Picture a place where technology meets empathy, where your aspirations take center stage. Established in 2023, Furaha stands as a bridge between your ambitions and financial possibilities. We break complex challenges and provide tailored paths to success, keeping your journey at the core of every decision we make with you.
Unlocking financial opportunities for the missing middle through community and technology.
At Furaha, we believe that when purpose is matched with appropriate financing, growth and development of society is an automatic outcome. We want to build Africa’s leading purpose driven financing platform.
We own for every action and take accountability no matter the outcome. This way, we keep ideation top of mind.
Our people are everything. We look for passion and desire to make a change in society. We believe in collaboration to generate the best ideas.
Real integrity is doing the right thing consistently. No matter what, we will always match purpose with the right form of financing.
We always look for new ways to meet your needs. We deploy the right technology to lead us to the best outcomes for the ever-changing nature of customer needs.
We're passionate about Quality Education. Our focus on providing education loans to make quality education more accessible supports the Sustainable Development Goal 4 to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education. Imagine a world where there are no barriers to quality of education. That's the future we're building.
Ian, co-founder of Furaha, champions financial empowerment across Africa. He brings over 16 years of experience from his time at the Standard Chartered Group, where he led strategic initiatives for Africa and the Middle East. Ian has been instrumental in launching 10 digital banks across Africa and Pakistan and has overseen strategic business sales. His impact goes beyond the financial aspect, as he is dedicated to promoting strong governance and developing frameworks that ensure operational excellence and ethical conduct. His expertise also extends to private equity, where he has identified investment opportunities focused on financial services and empowering consumers.
Ian embodies the spirit of Furaha, using his expertise and passion to create a brighter future for Africa.
Yustus, co-founder of Furaha Financial, brings over 20 years of experience in the banking industry. He possesses a wealth of knowledge in product design, technology, branding, and operations, with a particular focus on making finance more accessible and uplifting in Africa. Before joining Furaha, Yustus served as the Global Head of Digital Platforms at Standard Chartered Bank. He played a crucial role in launching Standard Chartered’s digital banks in nine African markets, developing and delivering digital banking solutions across Africa, Asia and the Middle East. He boasts an impressive track record in areas like Consumer Banking, product development, credit cards, and risk management.
Yustus embodies the spirit of Furaha – making a positive impact with a smile.
Dennis, CEO at Furaha Financial brings over 20 Years of experience working at Uganda’s leading mobile money brand before joining Furaha. He boasts an impressive track record in areas like, product development, mobile money, and digital products.
Ian, co-founder of Furaha, champions financial empowerment across Africa. He brings over 16 years of experience from his time at the Standard Chartered Group, where he led strategic initiatives for Africa and the Middle East. Ian has been instrumental in launching 10 digital banks across Africa and Pakistan and has overseen strategic business sales. His impact goes beyond the financial aspect, as he is dedicated to promoting strong governance and developing frameworks that ensure operational excellence and ethical conduct. His expertise also extends to private equity, where he has identified investment opportunities focused on financial services and empowering consumers.
Ian embodies the spirit of Furaha, using his expertise and passion to create a brighter future for Africa.
Yustus, co-founder of Furaha Financial, brings over 20 years of experience in the banking industry. He possesses a wealth of knowledge in product design, technology, branding, and operations, with a particular focus on making finance more accessible and uplifting in Africa. Before joining Furaha, Yustus served as the Global Head of Digital Platforms at Standard Chartered Bank. He played a crucial role in launching Standard Chartered’s digital banks in nine African markets, developing and delivering digital banking solutions across Africa, Asia and the Middle East. He boasts an impressive track record in areas like Consumer Banking, product development, credit cards, and risk management.
Yustus embodies the spirit of Furaha – making a positive impact with a smile.
Dennis, CEO at Furaha Financial brings over 20 Years of experience working at Uganda’s leading mobile money brand before joining Furaha. He boasts an impressive track record in areas like, product development, mobile money, and digital products.
Dennis, CEO at Furaha Financial brings over 20 Years of experience working at Uganda’s leading mobile money brand before joining Furaha. He boasts an impressive track record in areas like, product development, mobile money, and digital products.
Dennis, CEO at Furaha Financial brings over 20 Years of experience working at Uganda’s leading mobile money brand before joining Furaha. He boasts an impressive track record in areas like, product development, mobile money, and digital products.
We are supported by market leading partners to match purpose with the right financing.
Furaha Finserve Uganda Limited is a financial technology business which acts as a software-based intermediary platform. The company does not provide loans or credit directly, and does not operate a payment system, act as a payment service provider or issue a payment instrument.
