Stanbic introduces enhanced private banking services in Mwanza

By Guardian Correspondent , The Guardian
Published at 06:27 PM Feb 10 2025
Stanbic Bank Tanzania Head of Private Banking, Shangwe Kisanji (left), Stanbic Bank Mwanza Branch Manager, Personal & Business Banking, Geofrey Makondo (centre), and Stanbic Bank customer, GardaWorld Mwanza Branch Manager, Levina Beal, officially launch.
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Stanbic Bank Tanzania Head of Private Banking, Shangwe Kisanji (left), Stanbic Bank Mwanza Branch Manager, Personal & Business Banking, Geofrey Makondo (centre), and Stanbic Bank customer, GardaWorld Mwanza Branch Manager, Levina Beal, officially launch.

Stanbic Bank has officially launched its Private Banking services enhancements in Mwanza, ensuring that high-net-worth clients in Tanzania’s second-largest city get access to customised banking services, wealth advisory, and investment solutions tailored to their unique financial ambitions.

The launch of the Client Value Proposition (CVP) enhancements in Mwanza marks a momentous step in the bank’s expansion strategy, bolstering its commitment to providing specialized financial solutions that cater to the needs of the region’s growing high-net-worth individuals, business leaders, and professionals. 

The swelling appetite for strategic wealth management services in Mwanza – a thriving commercial hub - is due to the city’s rapid economic growth it has attained in recent years, accelerated by entrepreneurial success, corporate investments, and expanding family wealth.

Stanbic Bank revealed that it took steps to position itself as the premier Private Banking partner to support financial journeys of the clients in the city, as more of them seek strategic wealth management services.

Speaking at the launch, Shangwe Kisanja, Head of Private Banking at Stanbic Bank Tanzania, underscored the value of providing personalized financial solutions that align with the ambitions of Mwanza’s high-net-worth clientele. 

“Private Banking is not just about managing money—it’s about partnering with our clients to build, grow, and secure their wealth for future generations. We recognize that our clients in Mwanza require bespoke financial solutions, and our Private Banking proposition is designed to deliver exactly that. From investment planning to tailored lending and legacy management, we provide the expertise and resources our clients need to achieve their financial aspirations,” said the bank’s official.

Clients enrolling in Stanbic Bank’s Private Banking proposition will gain access to a suite of exclusive financial and lifestyle benefits that transcend customary banking.

A key offering in the services package is Wealth Advisory & Investment Planning, where clients receive expert financial guidance to structure, grow, and protect their wealth. This includes personalized investment strategies, risk management solutions, and portfolio diversification advice to help high-net-worth individuals maximize their financial potential.

On top of that, clients will benefit from Tailored Lending Solutions, designed to support both personal and business expansion needs. From financing a major investment, expanding a business to acquiring prime real estate, Private Banking clients will have access to customized credit facilities with preferential rates and flexible terms.

As part of the Private Banking experience, clients enjoy Priority Banking & Exclusive Privileges, including dedicated relationship managers who provide personalized financial services, ensuring seamless transactions and tailored banking solutions that rhyme with their financial goals.

The bank also declared its commitment to Family Wealth Management, equipping clients and their families with comprehensive financial literacy programs and legacy planning services. These initiatives are designed to educate the next generation on wealth preservation, investment strategies, and responsible financial decision-making, ensuring that their financial legacy continues for years to come.

Stanbic Bank Tanzania Head of Private Banking, Shangwe Kisanji, delivers a speech during a special occasion organised for some of the bank’s customers in Mwanza to mark the official launch of the Stanbic Private Banking service enhancements, in the region yesterday. Private Banking is an exclusive financial service designed for high-net-worth clients, including business owners, investors, professionals from various sectors, and business leaders. It enables them to efficiently manage and grow their wealth through financial advisory, investment solutions, and legacy building solutions.

Recognizing the global nature of wealth management, Stanbic Bank said it offers Global Connectivity, enabling clients to access banking services across different markets. This includes opportunities for offshore investments, cross-border transactions, and international wealth structuring, providing a seamless financial experience regardless of location.

“Stanbic Bank is committed to delivering world-class Private Banking services that are accessible where our clients need them the most. With Mwanza’s economic growth and increasing demand for wealth management solutions, this launch is a crucial step in ensuring that our clients receive top-tier banking services tailored to their evolving financial needs,” added Shangwe.

The Mwanza launch follows the successful Private Banking refresh in Dar es Salaam, with plans underway to extend these services to Mbeya, Arusha, Dodoma, and other vital economic enclaves in Tanzania.

“ The expansion of Stanbic Bank’s Private Banking services into Mwanza is a response to the city’s growing need for customized financial solutions. Unlike conventional banking, Private Banking is designed to provide clients with a seamless and highly personalized banking experience, ensuring that their financial needs are met with dedicated expertise and world-class solutions,” said Shangwe.

“ Stanbic Bank is inviting high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and professionals in Mwanza to experience exclusive banking benefits and consult with expert relationship managers for tailored financial solutions that match their business, investment, and wealth management needs.”

However, one of the clients who attended the event, Ms. Fatma Kimwaga, praised Stanbic Bank for the way it values its customers, especially in the areas of investment advisory services, financial education, and family wealth management. She emphasized that these areas need to be prioritized for the sustainable development of individuals, families, and society as a whole.

“I highly commend Stanbic Bank because, through Stanbic Private Banking, I have confidence that even if I am no longer around, my children will know what to do. Many businesspeople pass away without leaving a solid plan for their children, which often results in prolonged family disputes,” said Ms. Fatma.

Stanbic Bank Tanzania Head of Private Banking, Shangwe Kisanji (fourth from left), poses for a souvenir photo with some of the bank’s staff from the Mwanza branch during the official launch event of the Stanbic Private Banking service enhancements, in the region yesterday. Private Banking is an exclusive financial service designed for high-net-worth clients, including business owners, investors, professionals from various sectors, and business leaders. It enables them to efficiently manage and grow their wealth through financial advisory, investment solutions, and legacy building solutions.