UBA earns 2026 Banker Technology Award for AI innovation and launches upgraded mobile app

United Bank for Africa announced it has received the 2026 Banker Technology Award. The award recognized the bank’s AI‑driven innovation initiatives. UBA also launched an upgraded version of its mobile banking application. The new app features enhanced security and faster transaction processing. Customers can now access additional digital services through the platform. Bank officials said the award validates their technology strategy. The rollout follows a broader push toward digital transformation in African banking. Industry observers will watch how the upgrade impacts user adoption.