BoU takes financial literacy campaign to schools,
The Bank of Uganda is launching a nationwide financial literacy campaign targeting schools and religious institutions. The initiative aims to foster a stronger saving culture and improve money management skills among citizens of all ages.
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Improving financial literacy is a critical step for developing economies to increase domestic savings and ensure long-term economic stability.
KAMPALA - The Bank of Uganda (BoU) will expand its financial literacy campaign to schools, churches, financial institutions and communities across the country as it seeks to build a stronger saving culture and improve Ugandans' understanding of money management. Deputy Governor Prof. Augustus Nuwagaba said the initiative forms part of activities marking the central bank's 60th anniversary, aimed at equipping Ugandans of all ages with knowledge about saving, responsible financial management and the country's financial system. "We are going to engage schools, churches and other religious institutions.
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