NAIROBI – Zoho, a global technology company, has announced strategic partnerships with the Uganda Small Scale Industries Association (USSIA) and the Women in Business Community Network Kenya. These collaborations aim to provide businesses across Uganda and Kenya with access to affordable enterprise-grade cloud technology solutions, driving efficiency, innovation, and growth.
Through these partnerships, Zoho will offer wallet credits worth KSH 75,000 for members of Women in Business Community Network Kenya and USD 500 for members of USSIA. These credits can be used to subscribe to Zoho’s suite of 55+ cloud-based applications, covering essential business functions such as sales, marketing, finance, HR, and collaboration.
Additionally, Zoho will conduct training programs to help business owners and professionals leverage its cloud technology for improving productivity, automating processes, and streamlining operations.
“At Zoho, we believe that technology should be accessible and adaptable for businesses at every stage of growth,” said Veerakumar Natarajan, Country Head for Zoho Kenya. “Our partnerships with USSIA and the Women in Business Community Network Kenya enable us to equip businesses in the respective regions with the tools and expertise needed to transition into the digital economy and thrive in it.”
In Uganda, the partnership with USSIA aims to enhance the digital capabilities of businesses across multiple industries. Veronica Namwanje, Executive Secretary for USSIA, stated, “The future of business is digital, and we want to ensure that all our members have access to the right tools and knowledge to remain competitive.”
In Kenya, the partnership with Women in Business Community Network Kenya focuses on fostering digital inclusivity, ensuring that businesses, especially women-led enterprises, can harness the power of technology to enhance efficiency and scale operations.
Dr. Mercy Makena Mbogori, Chairperson of Women in Business Community Network Kenya, noted, “Through this partnership with Zoho, we are providing our members with the necessary tools and training to digitize their operations, drive efficiency, and position themselves for long-term success.”
By leveraging Zoho’s cloud applications, members of USSIA and Women in Business Community Network Kenya will gain access to powerful business solutions for customer management, finance, operations, and collaboration, helping them compete both locally and globally.
