Standard Lesotho Bank launches UNAYO

To increase financial inclusion among the majority of the citizens of Lesotho and stimulate economic growth for informal markets, Standard Lesotho Bank has introduced a brand-new platform that allows people to make transactions with ease by just using a mobile phone – UNAYO! 

UNAYO is a low-cost, one-stop platform that can be used as a vehicle for growing businesses, giving easier access to markets, making transacting more convenient, providing economic growth for the community, and ultimately making individual and collective dreams real.

As the term suggests, UNAYO means “you have it". Giving people access to basic financial services without having to deal with the day-to-day pain points of having to make money, get money, and send money. 

UNAYO has made it possible for anyone to transact using a mobile phone by simply dialling *388# or downloading the app with menu options available in English and Sesotho. Self-onboarding to the platform has been made even easier as there is no requirement to physically provide KYC paperwork. 

From the self-employed professional who wants to save towards their goals, the hardworking contractor who wants to send money to his family; to the humble shop owner who wants to give their everyday customer a better experience, UNAYO is for everybody!

Bright Pita, Head of Digital Banking & Transformation says, “As a financial services provider, we are constantly trying to find new ways to deliver our brand promise by enabling business growth and empowering our communities. The arrival of UNAYO addresses the need for financial inclusion in our country and has given us the opportunity to increase customer-centricity, by continuing to engage and give impeccable service to all.”

Transacting on UNAYO is safe and easy. It can be done from anywhere and anytime from a smartphone or feature phone. Bona seo u ka se fihlelang! UNAYO – Kea hao, kea bohle!