Nshuti Mbabazi

Nshuti Mbabazi, Global Managing Director of the Better Than Cash Alliance, is a driving force in advancing financial inclusion through promoting the shift from cash to responsible digital payments across Africa, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Caribbean, inspiring pride in regional progress.

Hosted by the United Nations Development Program, the Better Than Cash Alliance is a global partnership that champions inclusive digital payment ecosystems that empower individuals and strengthen economies. Nshuti is leading the Alliance, bringing over 15 years of leadership experience in:
✅ Digital financial services
✅ Public-private partnerships
✅ Policy and strategy
✅ Financial infrastructure across Africa

Since joining the Alliance in 2020, Nshuti has been instrumental in advancing digital payments and promoting financial inclusion as key to Africa's economic integration. In November 2024, she was appointed Managing Director to lead the Alliance's global strategy to accelerate responsible digital payments and deepen financial inclusion, reinforcing her commitment to shared development goals.