Equity Group Ranked the World’s 4th Strongest Banking Brand

Equity ranked 4th strongest banking brand globally on brand strength, scoring 92.4 points out of 100 The Bank is the 3rd strongest bank in Africa, strategically representing the East and Central African region in the rankings Equity also ranked 291 in the top 500 most valuable banking brands in the world with a brand value of USD 531.7 million

DTB and Mastercard Sign Agreement to Boost Payment Solutions for Fintechs in Kenya

Under the agreement, DTB will leverage Mastercard’s technology to enable fintechs to issue their own card propositions Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) and global technology company Mastercard today announced a strategic agreement that will enable the bank to provide payment cards to tech-enabled companies including fintechs in Kenya. The Agreement, a first of its kind in

Ukheshe Takes a Fresh, Dynamic Approach to its African Growth

The adage ‘jack of all trades, master of none’ is apt for enterprises considering expansion into new African markets. Anthony Karingi, Vice President of Business Development – East Africa at leading fintech enablement partner Ukheshe, says the company is taking a collaborative approach to its regional expansion strategy – and is already reaping the benefits.

Ecobank Kenya Appoints Josephine Anan-Ankomah as New Managing Director

Josephine replaces Cheikh Travaly who retired in December 2022 after 21 years at the Bank She is a career banker with over 30 years of experience within the Ecobank Group She joins as the former Ecobank Group Executive for Commercial Banking Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) has appointed Ghanaian career banker, Mrs. Josephine Anan-Ankomah as the

Western Union International Money Transfers Now Available on Equity Mobile App and Equity Online

Equity customers can now send and receive money conveniently through Western Union straight from their phones. The Bank’s digital strategy has seen it enhance its digital banking experience, while creating more convenience and accessibility for customers. Equity has integrated Western Union services on its Equity Mobile App and Equity Online banking suites as part of

Leaf Wallet App Rebranded to BOSS Money as Part of Expansion Across Africa

BOSS Money Customers across Africa will be able to Receive Money Transfers Directly into their Boss Money Wallet from Family and Friends in the U.S.  IDT Corporation, a global provider of fintech, cloud communications, and traditional communications services, announced today that it is rebranding its Africa-based Leaf Wallet app to IDT’s flagship financial services brand,

Equity Bank Completes the Acquisition of Certain Assets and Liabilities of Spire Bank

The transaction was completed on 31st January 2023 following receipt of regulatory approvals. Equity Bank Kenya will acquire approximately 20,000 deposit customers and 3,700 loan customers. Equity Bank (Kenya) Limited (EBKL), has completed the acquisition of certain assets and liabilities of Spire Bank Limited following receipt of regulatory approvals from the Cabinet Secretary Treasury and Planning

Cellulant Named Number One Payment Brand in Kenya

Star brands are those that have achieved milestones, have a history of success, and, most importantly, have established themselves as trendsetters for newcomers to the industry  Pan-African payments technology company, Cellulant (www.Cellulant.io/), was named as the ‘Top Payments Gateway Brand in Kenya” at the Top Star Brand Awards 2022. This award recognises Cellulant as a

DPO Launches New DPO Pay Mobile Payments App

A new mobile payments application will allow businesses to securely transact in multiple currencies across Africa. Leading African digital payments company DPO Group launched DPO Pay Mobile, a new version of their payments app. With several new features, DPO listened to merchant feedback to redesign and redevelop the payment app. DPO Pay Mobile app, previously called DumaPay, now offers

Equity Group Appoints Group Chief Operating Officer (GCOO)

Samuel Kirubi, has been promoted to the position of GCOO from his current role of Managing Director of Equity Bank Uganda In his seven years of duty in Uganda, he turned around the entity from No 16 to the 5th most profitable bank in Uganda and the 6th largest bank in deposits and assets He