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Financial Service Providers in Uganda

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SenteGuide helps you navigate Uganda's financial landscape by providing comprehensive information about various financial service providers. Compare features, services, and fees to make informed decisions about your financial needs.

Mobile Money Providers

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MTN Mobile Money
42% Market Share
Uganda's largest mobile money service with over 10 million active users
Send money, pay bills, and access loans
MoKash savings and loan services
International remittance partnerships
A
Airtel Money
35% Market Share
Fast-growing mobile financial service with competitive rates
Money transfers and bill payments
Wewole loans and savings products
Cross-border transfers in East Africa
Why Mobile Money?

Mobile money services have revolutionized financial inclusion in Uganda, with 42% of adults using mobile money compared to 28% using traditional banks.

Accessibility
Available nationwide with minimal requirements
Convenience
24/7 access to financial services via mobile phone
Affordability
Lower fees than traditional banking services

Banks

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Stanbic Bank
Largest Bank
Uganda's largest bank by assets and market share
Extensive branch and ATM network
Advanced digital banking platforms
Comprehensive personal and business banking
C
Centenary Bank
Rural Focus
Leading microfinance and rural banking services
Extensive rural branch network
Agricultural and microfinance loans
Community-focused banking services
D
DFCU Bank
Business Focus
Specialized in business and mortgage banking
Strong focus on SME banking
Competitive mortgage products
Investment and wealth management

Money Transfer Services

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Western Union
Global Network
Worldwide money transfer service with extensive agent network
Send money to/from over 200 countries
Cash pickup at numerous locations
Online and mobile transfer options
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WorldRemit
Digital First
Fast online money transfers to mobile money and bank accounts
Direct transfers to mobile money
Competitive exchange rates
Send from over 50 countries worldwide
Diaspora Remittances

With approximately 1.4 million Ugandans living abroad, money transfer services are vital for remittances that contribute over $1.2 billion annually to Uganda's economy.

Speed
From minutes to 2-3 business days
Fees
Vary from 0-8% depending on service
Options
Cash pickup, bank deposit, mobile money

More Financial Service Categories

Insurance Companies
Life and general insurance providers
J
Jubilee Insurance
U
UAP Old Mutual
L
Liberty Insurance
+ 12 more
Forex Bureaus
Currency exchange services
C
Crown Forex Bureau
D
Diamond Trust Forex
T
Thomas Exchange
+ 25 more
Investment Firms
Asset managers and brokerages
C
Crested Capital
S
Sanlam Investments
G
GenAfrica
+ 8 more
SACCOs & Microfinance
Community-based financial institutions
F
FINCA Uganda
P
Pride Microfinance
W
Wazalendo SACCO
+ 20 more
Regulators
Financial sector regulatory authorities
B
Bank of Uganda (BoU)
I
Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA)
C
Capital Markets Authority (CMA)
+ 2 more

Financial Inclusion in Uganda

42%

of adults use mobile money services

28%

of adults have a bank account

$1.2B+

annual remittances from diaspora

66%

of adults have access to financial services

Source: Bank of Uganda, FinScope Survey 2023

Find the Right Financial Service Provider

SenteGuide helps you compare financial service providers across Uganda to find the best match for your needs. Compare fees, features, and services to make informed financial decisions.