Standard Chartered Bank Uganda has today launched the first fully digital online banking solution in an event presided over by the Minister of ICT and National Guidance, Hon. Frank Tumwebaze at Kampala Serena Hotel.
This digital solution will give its clients access to over 70 self-service requests, making banking accessible, hassle-free and convenient. Core among these services is the ability for anyone to join the Bank by downloading the Standard Chartered Mobile App which can be downloaded or upgraded via Google play store or Apple store, then in under 15 minutes open an online Standard Chartered Digital Life Account.
The free online accounts can be opened only in local currency enabling the Bank’s clients to enjoy benefits such as: No monthly ledger fees, No minimum balance, No ATM or Card fees, No Bill Payment fees and Free SCB to SCB Online Bank transfers.
The Governor, Bank of Uganda, Prof. Emmanuel Tumusiime Mutebile gave a key note address. The event was attended by over 300 dignitaries, business leaders, clients and senior management.
This historic digital solution launch was preceded by a press conference which, among other issues saw the Bank unveil its Digital Bank Ambassador, Ms. Anne Kansiime.
While unveiling the Digital Bank Ambassador at the pre-launch press conference, Ms. Olga Arara-Kimani the Regional Head, Corporate Affairs and Brand & Marketing for Africa and Middle East said;
“Ms. Anne Kansiime as you may all be aware is a talented, award winning comedian, actress, businesswoman, writer and philanthropist who is celebrated in Uganda and in Africa for her art and humor and most importantly for being authentic and relatable to the market we are targeting. Anne will be promoting the Bank’s digital banking capabilities. She will lend her voice and image rights through a series of Marketing and Community engagement activities, over the next 12 months.”
