EMDO (Embassies, Multilaterals and Development Organizations)

UBA America’s EMDO (Emerging Markets Development Organizations) team leads the Group’s EMDO segment for the bank, actively engaging customers in the Americas through our coverage in 20 Sub-Saharan African countries. We deliver tailored solutions to meet the unique objectives of our clients.
UBA is the bank of choice for development organizations operating in Africa, driven by a passion and commitment to support and collaborate with global development entities. Our foundational values include:
- Commitment to Sustainable Development: Dedicated to advancing sustainable growth across the African continent.
- Recognition of Official Development Assistance (ODA): We understand the crucial role that development institutions like the UN play in advancing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Africa.
- Responsible Leadership in Africa: As a leading African bank, UBA collaborates with the development community to drive Africa’s economic progress through innovative banking solutions.
- Support for SDGs through UBA Foundation: UBA champions the SDGs, focusing on Education (Goal #4), Empowerment (Goals #10 & 5), and Environment (Goals #6, #7, #11, & #13).
What We Offer
Our dedicated Senior Relationship Managers in both the Americas and Africa provide seamless account management, ensuring global consistency and local expertise.
• Centralized Accounts in USD, EUR, and GBP
• Electronic Banking with SWIFT integration for ERP systems
• Payment Services: electronic vouchers, cash disbursement, collections, mobile payments, and prepaid cards
• Onsite Branch Banking: tailored for Embassies and Multilateral Organizations operating in Africa
• FX Spot and Hedging in both G10 and African Currencies
• Fixed Income Products
• Cash Management Solutions
• Trade Finance: LCs, short-term financing, guarantees
• Employee Loans and Overdrafts
• Last Mile Payment Solutions
• Public-Private Partnerships in Key Sectors: Health, Agriculture, Education, and SMEs
• Strategic Alliances and Collaborative Initiatives: Focused on supporting the SDGs and advancing development across Africa
