Safeguard your assets. Simplify operations. Strengthen compliance.

At Absa Uganda, we understand that in today's interconnected markets, institutional clients need more than safekeeping, they require a custody partner who combines regional depth with global reach. Our custody services are built for pension funds, fund managers, insurers, and corporates navigating complex investment landscapes across East Africa and beyond.

We provide the infrastructure, insight, and innovation to keep your assets secure and your operations seamless, locally and across borders.

 

Here are our custody offerings

  • Domestic and global custody

    Secure asset servicing across local and international markets

    Our custody framework is designed for institutions with holdings in Uganda, across the region, and globally. Backed by strong compliance and operational controls, we provide robust safekeeping and administration of financial instruments, giving you peace of mind in volatile and regulated markets.

    Key features:
    • Safekeeping of equities, fixed income instruments, and collective investment schemes
    • Local and global asset custody with integrated reporting
    • Compliance monitoring across jurisdictions
    • Market insight and regulatory updates to support proactive investment decisions
    • Coordination with global sub-custodians for multi-market support

  • Settlement services


    Efficient trade execution and settlement in real time

    We offer fast, accurate, and reliable settlement services aligned to market standards, helping institutional clients meet tight deadlines and manage counterparty risk effectively. Our integration with Bank of Uganda CSD and other key infrastructures ensures transactions are completed with maximum speed and transparency.

    Key features:
    • Real-time settlement in local markets
    • Integration with Bank of Uganda Central Securities Depository (CSD)
    • Trade matching and reconciliation support
    • Settlement status updates and exception handling
    • Dedicated operations team to manage pre- and post-trade workflows

  • Corporate actions

    Timely execution and lifecycle management for all entitlements

    Managing corporate actions is critical to portfolio performance. We offer comprehensive support, from notification to execution. So, clients can confidently respond to events, capture entitlements, and meet their fiduciary obligations.

    Key features:
    • End-to-end management of all voluntary and mandatory corporate actions
    • Timely alerts on dividends, interest payments, rights issues, stock splits, and more
    • Processing of capital restructures and mergers
    • Income collection and distribution
    • Transparent reporting and reconciliation of entitlements

  • Onboarding and static data

    Seamless onboarding powered by automation and control

    Starting with Absa Custody is simple. We’ve streamlined the onboarding experience to minimize delays and ensure data accuracy. Our process integrates Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance with automated static data management, giving you a smooth transition from day one.

    Key features:
    • Digitally enabled onboarding process
    • Automated static data validation and controls
    • Integrated KYC and due diligence procedures
    • Secure document management and archival
    • Dedicated onboarding specialists for setup and training

  • Billing and administration

    Clear, transparent fees and monthly reconciliation

    We believe transparency builds trust. Our billing and administration model ensures you always have a clear view of service costs and transaction fees. With detailed monthly reports and reconciliations, you gain full oversight and budgeting control.

    Key features:
    • Straightforward fee structures with no hidden charges
    • Detailed monthly billing reports
    • Real-time access to billing data
    • Automated reconciliation and dispute resolution
    • Custom billing support for complex client structures

  • Overdraft-backed settlement

    Meet market obligations with risk-free liquidity support

    Market volatility can create unexpected funding gaps. We offer overdraft-backed settlement facilities, secured by your held securities, so you can settle trades on time without assuming credit exposure.

    Key features:
    • Intraday liquidity facility for settlement assurance
    • Overdraft limits secured by client-owned assets
    • Elimination of credit exposure during trade cycles
    • Real-time monitoring of overdraft utilization
    • Regulatory-compliant risk management framework