How Cowrywise is helping to transform communities across Lagos

From renovating a football pitch for Ikeja Primary School to using innovative savings products like Football Circles, which rewards fans for saving based on their team’s performance, Cowrywise continues to blend creativity and impact in its CSR programs

Cowrywise, a leading fintech company based in Lagos, has consistently demonstrated its commitment to creating meaningful change through targeted Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. 

From revamping healthcare facilities to pioneering financial literacy programs, Cowrywise has positioned itself as a key player in the socioeconomic development of Lagos communities.

Revitalizing healthcare in Sagbokoji Island

In 2019, Cowrywise partnered with a youth-led volunteer organization, CHSS (now Pishon Health), to rebuild a health center and provide a boat ambulance for the residents of Sagbokoji, a remote island in Amuwo-Odofin.

Through Cowrywise’s Savings Circles feature, funds were raised to support this life-saving project. The initiative ensured easier access to quality healthcare for the underserved community.

Reflecting on the impact of this collaboration, a health policy advocate, Lauretta Hamza remarked, “The first time I visited Sagbokoji, I realized how challenging it was to …