Ecobank Uganda Limited has partnered with Ria Money Transfer, a renowned global leader in cross-border remittance services to significantly improve remittance options across Uganda and allow customers to receive funds directly into their Ecobank accounts. Both account holders and non-account holders will have the option to collect cash transfers promptly at any Ecobank branch or through the bank’s wide sub-agent network across the country.
Ms. Grace Muliisa, Managing Director of Ecobank Uganda while emphasizing the partnership’s importance for Ugandans at home and those in the diaspora, particularly in the United Kingdom, the United States, and the Middle East, noted that the collaboration makes it easier for Ugandans abroad to send money to their loved ones, friends, and others in Uganda.
“There is a growing need to provide seamless financial solutions to Africans in the diaspora,” said Muliisa. “We are excited to collaborate with Ria Money Transfer to enhance the security and efficiency of remittance services for all Ugandans.”
Muliisa also highlighted how the partnership aligns with Ecobank’s mission to offer unmatched convenience in global funds transfer services and strengthen its position as a trusted partner for the Ugandan diaspora.
Mr. El Hadj Malick Seck, Managing Director of Ria Money Transfer in Africa, echoed these sentiments, highlighting that the collaboration is a valuable addition to Ria’s network, which spans over 580,000 physical locations in almost 200 countries. In addition, he also noted the importance of East Africa, particularly Uganda, in Ria’s operations and emphasized how the partnership would provide even greater convenience to Ugandans sending money back home.
