Programmes

10X Digital
Economy

A UNCDF and Mastercard Foundation-funded initiative designed to accelerate inclusive digital economic participation for 5,000+ youth across Uganda.

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5,000+
Youth Targeted
Across 8 districts in Northern and Eastern Uganda
3
Programme Years
Multi-year implementation with phased roll-out
6
Digital Hubs
Established in underserved communities

About the Programme

The 10X Digital Economy Programme is UMSDN's flagship initiative, implemented in partnership with UNCDF and the Mastercard Foundation. It targets young people aged 18–35 in Northern and Eastern Uganda who are under- or unemployed and lack access to digital tools and markets.

The programme delivers digital literacy training, entrepreneurship coaching, market linkages, and access to digital financial services through a blended learning model combining in-person hubs and mobile-first digital platforms.

Key Components

  • Digital Skills Training — Foundational and advanced digital literacy
  • Entrepreneurship Accelerator — Business development and mentorship
  • Market Linkages — Connecting youth to digital marketplaces
  • Financial Inclusion — Digital savings and payment adoption
  • Community Hubs — Safe spaces for digital access and learning
Target Districts
  • › Gulu
  • › Lira
  • › Kitgum
  • › Soroti
  • › Mbale
  • › Jinja
  • › Arua
  • › Masaka
Funded By

UNCDF · Mastercard Foundation