About Umba - Banking for Africa

Reliable banking for Africa's Consumers & SMEs.

Umba's mission is to open up banking services for Africa's vast, underserved market today.

Umba aims to make it easier for consumers and SMEs to interact with banks and mobile money networks, providing a transparent, low-fee service that allows users to take control of their financial lives

Reliable banking for Africa's Consumers & SMEs.

Umba's mission is to open up banking services for Africa's vast, underserved market today.

Umba aims to make it easier for consumers and SMEs to interact with banks and mobile money networks, providing a transparent, low-fee service that allows users to take control of their financial lives

Our progress so far...

$17.5M - Total funding raised
144k - Personal loans disbursed
2 - Countries served
2023 - Launched in Kenya & licensed by the CBK
50+ - Employees
Our Vision

Our Vision

Empowering a financially inclusive Africa, where seamless and affordable banking solutions drive the aspirations and growth of every individual and business.

Who we are

Umba is the African digital bank for consumers and businesses that is lowering the cost and increasing the reach of banking services.

Umba also uses the proprietary data generated by customers to offer credit products and generate revenue where customers can receive and repay credit products through their mobile phones.

What we offer

For Businesses:

For Businesses: Business banking, Payroll management, Vendor payments

For Individuals:

For Individuals: Insured bank accounts, Payroll lending, Asset Financing, Fixed deposits, Employee benefits
Umba team members

Our core values

Inclusivity

Inclusivity

Aiming to bridge the financial inclusion gap in Africa implies a deep commitment to making banking accessible to all, regardless of socio-economic status.

Innovation

Innovation

As a fintech aiming to lead digital banking in Africa, continuous innovation in technology and banking solutions would be paramount.

Sustainability

Sustainability

With initiatives such as electrification projects and green banking solutions, it's clear that a sustainable approach to both business and the environment is vital for Umba.

Collaboration

Collaboration

Given the emphasis on partnerships with fintechs, traditional banks, and organizations like USAID, collaborative efforts are key to Umba's approach.

Integrity

Integrity

Taking fraud seriously and having anti-money laundering and anti-bribery policies in place emphasizes a commitment to ethical operations.

Empowerment

Empowerment

By offering financial education and working on electrification projects, Umba seeks to empower individuals and communities to improve their own circumstances.

Transparency

Transparency

Open communication with customers, transparent reporting on sustainability initiatives, and clarity in operations suggest a value of transparency.

Adaptability

Adaptability

By offering financial education and working on electrification projects, Umba seeks to empower individuals and communities to improve their own circumstances.

Commitment to Excellence

Commitment to Excellence

Hiring experts in their fields and maintaining high standards in technology and customer service speaks to a dedication to delivering the best.

Our investors

Costanoa Ventures
Streamlined
Banana Capital
Palmdrive Capital
Every Now
DV
Lux Capital
Act

Contact Us

Kenyan Branch

Timshack House,2nd floor, Ngong road,Nairobi

Banking Hours:

Monday - Friday
8:00AM - 5:00PM

Customer Care

For questions or need help using Umba, Contact us using 0746555222 or kenyasupport@umba.com

Press

Send any press enquiries to kenyasupport@umba.com

Map to Umba Kenyan Branch