Airtel Uganda partners with Post Bank Uganda to launch Wendi Mobile App in Kampala

Uganda’s telecom giant, Airtel and Post Bank Uganda have partnered to officially launch the Wendi Mobile App to address digital inclusion in the country.

The new App according to officials eases receivership and deposit of PDM funds from the Wendi App to their Airtel Mobile Money wallet.

Speaking during the launch ceremony, the Managing Director of Airtel Money, Japhet Aritho disclosed that communities will now be able to easily access the PDM funds using over 200,000 mobile money outlets across the country.

“Through this initiative, we hope to foster Uganda’s development from the lowest level which is the Parish level to ensure socio-economic transformation through digital inclusion financial,” he said.

According to the Statistical Abstract 2019/20 by the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF), Agriculture is a crucial driver of Uganda’s economy accounting for 70% of employment, contributing half of all exports, and one-quarter of the national GDP.
"This PDM initiative aims to support Ugandans from the grassroots level and will boost the country’s agricultural sector. As Airtel Money Uganda, we are proud to be part of this transformation journey.” Japhet added. 

“Our people can now access their funds on their mobile phones through Airtel Money on the Wendi app downloadable on a smartphone. Those who have feature phones can simply dial *229# and then follow the process.” Japhet Aritho concluded. 

In his remark, the State Minister for Kampala and Metropolitan Affairs, Kabuye Kyofatogabye also noted that all paperwork for opening bank accounts is eliminated.