Interswitch-Uganda Country General Manager Moris Seguya (L) and Centenary Bank Managing Director Fabian Kasi (R) while announcing the partnership
HABARI DAILY I Kampala, Uganda I Interswitch Uganda, a leading financial technology services provider has announced a strategic partnership with Centenary Bank, to enhance convenience and accessibility to funds by its customers.
Through this collaboration, Centenary Bank customers can now access a wide range of banking services at over 20,000 Quickteller agent locations across Uganda.
Quickteller, a sub-brand and product of Interswitch, operates an extensive agent network that facilitates various financial transactions, including bill payments, mobile money services, and now, agency banking for Centenary Bank customers.
According to Dr Fabian Kasi, Centenary Bank’s Managing Director, this collaboration enables bank customers to conveniently perform essential banking transactions, such as deposits, withdrawals and account openings, at Quickteller agent locations.
He said that by leveraging Quickteller’s widespread network, Centenary bank and Interswitch Uganda are bringing banking services closer to communities, particularly in under-served and unbanked areas.
This partnership underscores both organizations’ commitment to expand financial inclusion and improve services accessibility in Uganda.
“While our plan is ambitious, we cannot do it alone. We partner with like-minded institutions and people to achieve such goals. One of such partners is Interswitch who we have worked with before and continue to work with in such ventures,” said Dr Kasi.
Dr Fabian Kasi, speaking during the function
He added that Centenary Bank and Interswitch have a long-standing relationship that continues to make strides in the financial inclusion space through services under digital banking channels.
“This has created a great impact in bringing services closer to our customers across the country,” he said.
Moris Seguya, Interswitch Uganda’s Country General Manager said the partnership reflects their dedication to providing seamless digital and physical financial solutions that meet the evolving needs of customers.
“We are excited to collaborate with Centenary Bank to deliver innovative services through the Quickteller platform,” he said.
Beatrice Lugalambi, Centenary Bank’s General Manager Corporate Communications and Marketing, said that with this partnership, their customers can enjoy secure and convenient access to banking services at any Quickteller agent location, even outside standard traditional banking hours.
About Interswitch
Interswitch is a leading integrated payments and digital commerce company, enabling seamless transactions and driving financial inclusion across Africa. Founded in 2002, It offers a full suite of omni-channel payment solutions.
Centenary Bank, on the other hand, is the leading commercial microfinance Bank in Uganda, with 82 branches, 209 ATMs, and over 8,000 agents across the country.
The Bank serves over 3 million customers, which is a quarter of the total banking population in Uganda. Its mission is “To transform lives through inclusive sustainable financial solutions, especially in rural areas.”
