Ecobank and MikashBoks Partner to Bring Personalized, High-Yield Savings to Sierra Leoneans

Ecobank is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with MikashBoks which was signed in London at the Africa Financial Services Conference in October 2024 in which the Managing Director of Ecobank Sierra Leone, Mr. Sebastian Ashong Katai represented the bank at the conference. He said, Ecobank Transnational Incorporation is one of Africa’s leading and most consumer-friendly banks and brings its extensive financial expertise and commitment to innovation, enhancing the security and trust of its services.

MiKashBoks enables individuals and groups to tailor their savings according to their needs, allowing people to save small amounts at their own pace and frequency. Whether you live far from bank branches or have a busy schedule, you can now benefit from secure banking services and build your financial profile right from your mobile device.

This collaboration combines Ecobank’s institutional strength and dedication to financial inclusion with MiKashBoks innovative platform that reaches unbanked and underserved communities.

Salton Massally, founder of MiKashBoks, said:

“Partnering with Ecobank is a significant milestone for us. Ecobank brings unparalleled financial services, and together we are making banking more accessible than ever. MiKashBoks empowers users to take control of their savings, even if they live far from bank branches or are too busy to visit them. Together, we’re enhancing the security and trust of our services, ensuring our customers’ funds are safe while offering them exceptional opportunities to grow their wealth.”

Mr. ASHONG-KATAI intimated that by joining forces with MikashBoks, the Bank aims to provide groundbreaking financial services that empower millions of Sierra Leoneans to achieve their financial goals faster and with greater confidence.

What This Means for You:

• Personalized Savings: Tailor your savings plan by choosing how much and how often you want to save. MiKashBoks gives you the power to decide.
• Micro-Savings: Save small amounts that fit your budget, making it easier to achieve your financial goals.
• Accessible Banking: Benefit from secure banking services even if you live far from bank branches or have a busy schedule. MiKashBoks brings banking to your fingertips.
• Build Your Financial Profile: Establish a financial history that can open doors to more financial opportunities in the future.
• Enhanced Security and Trust: Your savings are now backed by the institutional strength of Ecobank, ensuring the safety of your funds.
• Higher Interest Rates: Earn market-leading interest on your savings, helping you reach your financial aspirations faster.
• Financial Inclusion: Access high-yield savings accounts, even if you traditionally don’t have access to banking services.

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Sheikh Omaru Jalloh

Head of Brand, Communications, and Marketing

Ecobank Sierra Leone

sojalloh@ecobank.com |

Tel: +23288141418