The initiative aims to support local individuals and organizations driven to make a profound impact on their communities.
"MTN Changemakers initiative is about supporting Ugandans who are doing great work in their communities to improve people's lives," She said.
"Ugandans have shown themselves to be exceptional dreamers and doers. They possess the remarkable ability to take what they have and transform it into something extraordinary through passion, skill, and unwavering commitment. They have turned a highly competitive environment into a highly creative one, inspiring us all."
Ms Mulinge said the initiative will focus mainly on the Foundation's areas of economic empowerment, education, health, water and environment and agriculture.
She said winners will stand a chance to receive support not exceeding UGX 20 million to help them realise their dreams.
"We hope to invest UGX0.5billion in this initiative covering at least 25 communities in five sub-regions and impacting lives of millions of people who include youth, women and persons with disabilities among others," she added.
This development comes at a time
George Egaddu,
"This initiative serves as a platform to support and amplify the voices of individuals and organizations who have visionary ideas and projects that can transform the lives of the people in their communities," he said.
Interested participants - above 18 years with no criminal record - can submit their applications via the MTN website https://www.mtn.co.ug/changemakers-application/, WhatsApp/Video via 0772123100 or physical application at MTN service centres across
The application ends on 11th August with the selected winners announced on
Successful applicants will commence their project implementations on 1st October to
Over the past 10 years,
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