KCB Bank Uganda has deepened its commitment to women’s economic empowerment with the launch of the Mkazipreneur Community Library, a new knowledge and innovation hub aimed at equipping women entrepreneurs and young people with the tools to grow sustainable enterprises.
The facility, located at the Mkazipreneur Hub in Ntinda, Kampala, was officially unveiled this week as part of broader efforts to improve access to business knowledge, mentorship, and collaborative learning spaces within urban communities.
The initiative, spearheaded by Mkazipreneur, is positioned to become a strategic resource centre for women-led start-ups and small businesses seeking practical guidance, networking opportunities, and enterprise development support.
Speaking at the launch, Gladys Nalukenge Lubowa, Relationship Manager for Women in Business at the bank, said empowering women entrepreneurs is central to driving inclusive and sustainable growth.
“When we invest in women and communities, we are investing in sustainable economic growth,” she said. “This Community Library is more than a reading space; it is a platform for innovation, entrepreneurship, and opportunity.”
She added that expanding access to knowledge and financial solutions remains critical in unlocking the potential of underserved entrepreneurs.
“At KCB Bank, we believe inclusive access to knowledge and financial services transforms lives and businesses. That is how we continue to stand with women and communities.”
Under the partnership, the bank supported the establishment and branding of the library, aligning the project with its broader sustainability agenda focused on entrepreneurship, financial inclusion, and long-term community impact.
The library is expected to function as: A business knowledge hub for women entrepreneurs and start-ups;
A mentorship and skills development centre; A community platform promoting literacy, innovation, and collaboration;
Project officials said the space will help bridge critical information gaps that often constrain business growth among women and youth, particularly in urban settings where access to structured entrepreneurial support remains limited.
“This is a safe and accessible environment where women and young people can learn, exchange ideas, and strengthen their enterprises,” a project coordinator noted during the launch.
The initiative forms part of the bank’s wider strategy to support women-led enterprises and community-driven development programmes across Uganda. Analysts observe that partnerships with grassroots entrepreneurship platforms are increasingly vital in expanding economic opportunity beyond traditional commercial centres.
Both KCB Bank Uganda and Mkazipreneur have called on development partners, community leaders, and stakeholders to actively utilise and support the facility to ensure its sustainability and long-term community benefit.
