Officials from Finance Trust Bank and IPED pose for a group photo after signing the agreement in Kampala on Thursday.Finance Trust Bank (FTB) has partnered with the Initiative for I&P Entrepreneurs & Development (IPED) to expand access to affordable loans for women-led and environmentally responsible businesses across Uganda.Through a dedicated loan guarantee mechanism provided by IPED, the partnership will reduce collateral requirements and enable more women entrepreneurs to access formal financing under preferential terms.FTB will manage loan appraisal, approval, disbursement, and portfolio oversight, while IPED will validate eligibility criteria, including women-led ownership and green or greening sector compliance.The facility supports businesses operating in sectors such as renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, waste management, circular economy, eco-tourism, and other environmentally conscious enterprises. Key features of the financing include:Average loan size of approximately UGX 93 millionInterest rates below 20%Loan tenure of up to 12 monthsGrace period of up to 6 monthsMinimum collateral requirement of approximately 50%The program is open to eligible businesses across Uganda, including those with limited credit history. Applications will be processed in cohorts, with a selection timeline of approximately 4 to 8 weeks.This partnership reinforces the Bank’s commitment to women’s economic empowerment, financial inclusion, and sustainable enterprise growth in Uganda. The post Finance Trust Bank Partners With IPED To Expand Affordable Financing for Women-Led Businesses appeared first on Business Focus.