UBA strengthens African banking with global connections and innovation

Operating in 20 African countries and major international financial hubs like New York, London, Paris, and Dubai, UBA facilitates seamless cross-border transactions and fosters economic growth continent-wide.

At the recent Africa Fintech Forum, Mary Mulili, MD/CEO of UBA Kenya, received the Excellence in Financial Inclusion award. This accolade recognized UBA's commitment to innovation, including initiatives like Braille account opening services and AI-powered Leo Chat banking, enhancing accessibility and driving financial inclusion in Kenya.

Through services ranging from SME financing to digital banking and infrastructure investments, UBA Kenya has bolstered sectors such as agriculture, energy, and telecommunications, catalyzing job creation and industrial growth.

Recognizing the importance of women and youth entrepreneurs, UBA supports them with affordable financing, mentorship programs, and capacity-building initiatives. These efforts aim to empower the next generation of business leaders across East Africa.

Aligned with its pan-African vision, UBA is investing significantly in large-scale infrastructure projects crucial to East Africa’s economic advancement. These investments in energy and telecommunications infrastructure are laying the foundation for sustainable growth and generating employment opportunities regionally.

Through its "One Brand Global Influence" campaign, UBA reinforces its identity as a forward-thinking financial institution deeply rooted in Africa, poised to drive economic empowerment and innovation across the continent.