News reaching our desk confirms that Finance Trust Bank Uganda has been awarded the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for Information Security Management Systems.
This award was issued by Interdigicert Kenya, which is accredited by KENAS, following a comprehensive, independent audit. The certification date was Oct. 24, 2025.
This milestone was part of the bank’s strategic goal to strengthen regulatory compliance and create a secure information environment, aligning with its values of integrity and customer focus.
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Furthermore, it covers all systems, processes, services, and personnel involved in delivering banking services, including data center operations and digital processing platforms that handle critical customer information. The achievement confirms that the bank adheres to rigorous international protocols for protecting sensitive financial and customer data.
Uganda’s Finance Trust Bank integrates global ISO 27001 protocols across all systems and personnel, confirming a robust framework for managing information security risks.
Annet Nakawunde Mulindwa, managing director and chief executive officer of Finance Trust Bank, emphasized the importance of the certification for customer trust and market position.
Martin Acegere, head of risk at Finance Trust Bank, noted that achieving the ISO standard required resilience and teamwork across departments to balance strict timelines with ongoing daily operations.
“Implementing the requirements of the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard confirms our proactive stance against the growing complexities of the digital threat landscape,” Acegere said. “This certification validates our investment in security infrastructure and our commitment to maintaining the highest level of data governance.”
The bank has already trained ISMS Champions across all branches and departments to champion security awareness and ensure compliance.
In conclusion the certification is subject to annual surveillance audits, ensuring the bank maintains continuous monitoring and improvement of its information security framework.
written by @enock katamba
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