{"id":99583,"date":"2025-05-07T16:05:01","date_gmt":"2025-05-07T16:05:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/uganda\/all-news\/absa-enhances-its-digital-offering-with-instant-loans-online-account-opening"},"modified":"2025-05-07T17:37:04","modified_gmt":"2025-05-07T17:37:04","slug":"absa-enhances-its-digital-offering-with-instant-loans-online-account-opening","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/uganda\/all-news\/absa-enhances-its-digital-offering-with-instant-loans-online-account-opening","title":{"rendered":"Absa Enhances its Digital Offering with Instant Loans, Online Account Opening"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Uganda. <\/strong><\/span><b>Absa Bank Uganda unveiled two new digital innovations, digi loans and online account opening, aimed at meeting the growing demand for fast, convenient, and paperless banking.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The digi loan allows eligible customers to instantly borrow between shs20,000 and shs 2 million with no paperwork, no queues, and no branch visit required, provided they have held an Absa account for at least 12 months.<\/p>\n<p>According to officials, the application, approval, and disbursement process can be completed in under seconds.<\/p>\n<p>The launch comes at a pivotal moment in Uganda\u2019s digital journey.<\/p>\n<p>According to the Uganda Communications Commission, as of September 2024, the country had 45.6 million registered mobile money accounts, with 30.4 million active users, underlining the increasing role of digital financial services in advancing financial inclusion.<\/p>\n<p>Smartphone penetration now stands at approximately 33%, driven by greater device affordability and the popularity of mobile-first platforms, especially among youth.<\/p>\n<p>Uganda\u2019s young population, with over 75% under the age of 30 is powering this digital shift as their preference for mobile-led solutions is accelerating the demand for flexible, accessible financial tools that match their fast-paced, digital lifestyles.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis launch reflects our continued commitment to enhancing efficiency and empowering our customers by making banking truly accessible and on-demand,\u201d said Michael Segwaya, CFO and Executive Director at Absa Bank Uganda.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThese services align with Uganda\u2019s digital economy ambitions and deliver practical solutions that eliminate the need for queues, paperwork, or branch visits.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Officials said complementing the digital loan service is Absa\u2019s new online account opening portal, which transforms customer onboarding into a fully self-service experience.<\/p>\n<p>Individuals can now open an Absa account in just a few steps, verifying their identity using a National ID, uploading photos, and selecting their preferred services, using either a smartphone or computer.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are redefining how customers join and experience the bank,\u201d said Moses Rutahigwa, Retail and Business Banking Director.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis digital onboarding solution simplifies and accelerates the journey, reflecting our vision of a modern, tech-forward banking experience built around customer convenience.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>These innovations also respond to evolving market needs.<\/p>\n<p>In 2023 alone, over shs9.5 trillion worth of mobile money loans were disbursed in Uganda (Bank of Uganda, 2024), underscoring widespread demand for instant, accessible credit, a space traditionally dominated by mobile network operators.<\/p>\n<p>Racheal Rwakatungu, the Credit Director at Absa Uganda said the new innovation are more than just convenience.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s about extending real financial empowerment, giving people the tools to access and manage credit quickly, safely, and responsibly.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Uganda<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Uganda. 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