Tugende addresses the credit gap for small businesses in Africa, focusing on informal entrepreneurs by providing services that support ownership of income-generating assets and digital credit profile creation. The company is headquartered in Kampala, Uganda.
Founded in 2012, Tugende offers credit for motorcycle taxis, training and support, life and medical insurance coverage, safety gear provision, and digital credit profile development for informal entrepreneurs, small business owners, motorcycle taxi operators, and MSMEs in Africa. It operates using a B2C, B2B, and platform business model, generating revenue through leasing/rental agreements, service fees, and subscriptions.