Chango, a groundbreaking group contributions and crowdfunding platform developed by IT Consortium, has been named a winner of the 2024 World Summit Award (WSA) in the Government and Citizen Engagement category.
This prestigious award, which recognizes digital innovations contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), highlights Chango’s transformative role in enabling individuals and communities to mobilize financial support with ease, trust, and transparency.
The WSA is a globally recognized initiative that identifies and honors digital solutions driving positive social change.
Chango’s selection among 40 winners from 29 countries underscores its innovation in financial inclusivity and community-driven development. The full list of 2024 WSA winners can be found on this link.
Beyond placing Chango on the global stage, this award reaffirms IT Consortium’s commitment to developing fintech solutions that truly change lives.
Chango is more than just a financial tool—it is a community builder, a safety net, and a catalyst for generosity. Whether it’s raising emergency funds, supporting bereaved families, funding medical treatments, or driving social impact projects, Chango is redefining how people unite financially to support each other.
Launched in 2021, Chango directly addresses challenges in traditional group contributions like ‘Susu’ and crowdfunding, offering a seamless, secure, and efficient way to collect and manage funds for various needs. With Mobile Money and Card payment integrations, the platform ensures accessibility for everyone, regardless of financial background. Since its inception, Chango has powered major fundraising campaigns for organizations such as the National Cardiothoracic Centre – Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, the University of Ghana Medical Centre Ltd, and Sunny FM’s Tidal Wave Relief project, among others.
As the fintech landscape continues to evolve, Chango stands as a powerful example of how technology can drive financial inclusion and empower communities. This global recognition is not just a win for Ghana, but a testament to Africa’s ability to create innovative solutions that address real societal challenges.
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