Stakeholder Engagement Meeting Launches Twagiye Cashless Phase III in Rwanda

Rwanda has launched Phase III of the Twagiye Cashless campaign during a stakeholder engagement meeting bringing together key partners in the country’s digital transformation journey.

The new phase aims to strengthen digital payment adoption and advance financial inclusion across the country as Rwanda continues to push toward a more cashless economy.

Strengthening collaboration for digital payments

The meeting highlighted the importance of collaboration between government, development partners, and the private sector in scaling digital payments and ensuring wider adoption across communities.

Oswell Kahonde, Head of Africa Region at Better Than Cash Alliance, said digital payments should not remain a privilege for a few but become a normal part of everyday life.

He emphasized that financial inclusion remains a national priority and noted that the campaign continues to equip citizens with the knowledge and confidence needed to use digital payment systems effectively.

Government priorities for Phase III

During the session, Esther Kunda, Director General for Innovation and Emerging Technologies at the Ministry of ICT and Innovation (Rwanda), outlined the key priorities for Phase III.

She stressed the importance of stronger coordination among stakeholders to ensure the success of the campaign. She also acknowledged progress made in previous phases and called for continued innovation and shared insights to improve impact going forward.

Collective responsibility in building a cashless economy

Closing the discussions, Umuhoza Ritha, Division Manager at the Rwanda Information Society Authority (RISA), said Rwanda’s digital economy cannot be built by the government alone.

She noted that progress depends on collective action from all stakeholders, including institutions, cooperatives, and citizens working together at every level.

Looking ahead

The launch of Phase III reinforces Rwanda’s commitment to expanding digital payment systems and strengthening financial inclusion. Stakeholders

Source: ICT Chamber official LinkedIn page