Finance Trust Bank receives global data security certification

Finance Trust Bank achieves the global ISO 27001:2022 certification, confirming adherence to international standards for protecting customer data and operational ...

Giles Aijukwe, CEO of Letshego Uganda, has championed a shift toward inclusive finance, which he describes as providing dignity and opportunity to the underserved.

Letshego CEO: Inclusive finance is about dignity, not charity

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

06/11/2025

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Giles Aijukwe, CEO of Letshego Uganda, has championed a shift toward inclusive finance, which he describes as providing dignity and ...

Shares of PT Bank Amar Indonesia Tbk (AMAR) have continued their upward trend following the entry of SBI Holdings Inc as one of its new investors on Wednesday (8/10).

SBI Holdings buys stake in Amar Bank, citing confidence in Indonesia’s digital finance market

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

09/10/2025

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Shares of PT Bank Amar Indonesia Tbk (AMAR) have continued their upward trend following the entry of SBI Holdings Inc ...

**Absa Bank Concludes 'Play Your Cards Right' Campaign, Awards $32,000 in Prizes** **KAMPALA, Uganda** – Absa Bank Uganda has wrapped up its three-month-long "Play Your Cards Right" campaign, awarding a total of 120 million Ugandan shillings (about $32,000) in cash prizes to August and grand finale winners. The campaign, which ran from June to August 2025, distributed prizes to 14 winners across the bank's personal and business banking segments. Four August winners each received 10 million shillings, while two grand finale winners each took home 40 million shillings. The top winners were: * **Retail Banking:** Moses Mugambe, for usage of both personal debit and credit cards. * **Business Banking:** Grace Project International – SMC Limited, for usage of both business debit and credit cards. Additional August winners included Q Sourcing Limited, Marc Anthony Du Toit, Uptown Security Cameras, and Kennedy Ochieno. Speaking at the final prize handover ceremony, Absa Bank Uganda Managing Director David Wandera said the campaign underscored the bank's focus on digital services. He noted a "double-digit growth" in card usage, signaling a shift toward seamless and efficient banking. "We are driven by the need to deliver seamless banking experiences to our customers," Wandera said. "We continue to be more responsive to the changing customers' needs, and we put their needs at the center of everything we do." Moses Rutahigwa, Absa's Retail and Business Banking Director, called the campaign a success, highlighting an increased adoption of card usage among customers. "The future is digital," Rutahigwa said, encouraging customers to continue using their cards for everyday transactions like shopping, travel, and bill payments.

Two Grand Winners Each Take Home UGX 40m in Absa Campaign Finale

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

12/09/2025

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Absa Bank Uganda rewards loyal card users with UGX 120m in prizes as its three-month-long "Play Your Cards Right" campaign ...

Israel Arinaitwe, Head Personal Banking Stanbic Bank Uganda making remarks during the press conference at Umoja House in Kampala

Stanbic Bank Extends Loan Repayment Period to 120 Months

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

05/09/2025

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Israel Arinaitwe, Head Personal Banking Stanbic Bank Uganda making remarks during the press conference at Umoja House in Kampala KAMPALA -Stanbic ...

Sarah Nankumba, the Stanbic Acacia branch manager handing over a dummy cheque to Akugizibwe Annet Mbabazi, One of the lucky winners in the kyadouble with Supa Dupa campaign

Stanbic Bank rewards first “Supa Dupa” campaign winners

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

31/07/2025

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Sarah Nankumba, the Stanbic Acacia branch manager handing over a dummy cheque to Akugizibwe Annet Mbabazi, One of the lucky ...

Doreen A. Muhangazi, PostBank Uganda’s Chief People and Strategy Officer, speaks during the National Private Sector Engagement Forum on Climate Finance in Kampala.

PostBank Uganda vows commitment to climate finance

by Julian Ninsiima | Reporter

22/07/2025

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Doreen A. Muhangazi, PostBank Uganda’s Chief People and Strategy Officer, speaks during the National Private Sector Engagement Forum on Climate ...

KCB Bank Uganda launches "Kyaddala ne KCB" campaign to reward savers with school fees, shopping vouchers, land, and more, fostering financial wellness nationwide.

KCB Bank to give out school fees, shopping vouchers to savers in new campaign

by WINNIE NAKAMATTE | REPORTER

05/07/2025

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KCB Bank Uganda launches "Kyaddala ne KCB" campaign to reward savers with school fees, shopping vouchers, land, and more, fostering ...

Arthur Isiko, managing director of Bank of Africa-Uganda, addresses attendees during the official launch of the bank's new "Appsolutely Eassy" campaign in Kampala on Thursday, May 22, 2025.

Bank of Africa Launches “Appsolutely Eassy” Digital Banking Campaign

by JACKSON RUGUNDA | UG STANDARD REPORTER

23/05/2025

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Arthur Isiko, managing director of Bank of Africa-Uganda, addresses attendees during the official launch of the bank's new "Appsolutely Eassy" ...

Ecobank customers to benefit from wider ATM network in Interswitch deal

by JOSEPH NSIMBI | UG STANDARD REPORTER

09/04/2025

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Ecobank Uganda MD, Grace Muliisa and Interswitch Country Manager, Moris Seguya having a discussion at the launch of the partnership. KAMPALA, ...

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