UBA Foundation

Our contributions to society and how we make a positive impact on our community.

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About UBA Foundation

United Bank for Africa (UBA) PLC, Africa’s global bank, is committed to being a socially responsible company and role model for all businesses in Africa. As the Corporate Social Responsibility arm of the UBA Group, UBA Foundation is committed to the socio-economic betterment of the communities in which the bank operates, focusing on development in the areas of Education, Environment, Economic Empowerment and Special Projects. The UBA Foundation was incorporated in January 2004.

Giving Back, Touching Lives

UBA Foundation was created in January 2004 and is committed to bettering the communities in which the Group operates, making a positive difference across sectors and geographies.

As one of Africa’s largest financial services institutions, we recognise the need for a social contract between the Group, the community and its people. Our focus is on funding initiatives and programs that drive social improvement, educational advancement and environmental sustainability.

Education

The Read Africa program and National Essay Competition are geared at stimulating the quest for sound knowledge and arming educational institutions with support and resources to meet various learning needs.

Empowerment

UBA Foundation sponsors several skills acquisition workshops, social, tech and agriculture entrepreneurship forums that promote innovation and advancement on the continent.

Environment

By signing on to the United Nations Environment Program Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) Statement, we have pledged our commitment to improving the environment and promoting sustainable development.

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)

At UBA Foundation – UBA’s Corporate Social Responsibility Arm – our commitment to Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) principles underscores our dedication to fostering sustainable growth and positive impact. We prioritise Environmental stewardship through initiatives that champion reforestation and eco-friendly practices. Socially, we aim to uplift communities by advancing education, healthcare, and inclusive growth. Our robust Corporate Governance framework upholds transparency, integrity, and ethical conduct, ensuring accountability across all operations. Through these pillars, UBA Foundation remains steadfast in creating enduring value, driving positive change, and contributing to a prosperous and sustainable future for all stakeholders.

Reaching hundreds of thousands of people across the continent

National Essay Competition

NEC provides a competitive platform to develop the intellectual and writing abilities of senior secondary school students in Africa.

UBA Foundation Mental Health Art

This project aims to use the beauty and calming effect of Photography to sensitise people on the importance of mental health.

Read Africa

Read Africa’ is an initiative of UBA Foundation aimed at rekindling the dwindling reading culture amongst African youths.

Each One Teach One

Presents an opportunity for UBA staff members to give time and skills to their communities across the continent

UBAF Food Bank

An annual initiative where thousands of members from our host communities are offered meals, and other essentials of living

Read Africa Author's Corner

Join lovers of books and of stories authentically African and talk about what you read in this corner

UBA Foundation News

Changing the lives of those that need it the most in Africa.

UBA Foundation Announces 2024 National Essay Competition with Double Grant Prize Increase

UBA Foundation Leads Africa’s Green Revolution with 2024 Tree Planting Initiative, Pledges One Million Trees in One Year

UBA Foundation Pioneers Commitment to Environmental Sustainability, Launches Tree Planting Initiative

COVID-19 Community Aid Package in Action

UBA Foundation joins the battle against COVID-19 by donating $14 Million to 20 African Countries. As one of Africa’s largest financial services institution, we recognise the need for a social contract between the bank, the community and its people. To this end, UBA became the first bank in Nigeria to institute a Foundation — UBAF as the CSR arm of UBA.

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UBA Foundation MD's Quote

We are keen to partner and contribute our resources to the collective effort, that will ensure the response to the communities are swift and effective.”

Bola Atta

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Board of Trustees

Kennedy Uzoka

Chairman

Bola Atta

MD/CEO

Mrs. Mary Udu-Ejembi

Trustee

Dr. Bala Magaji

Trustee

Strategic Direction​

UBA Foundation draws its inspiration from the Group’s intrinsic values of humility, empathy, resilience, integrity and its mission statement; “to be a role model for African businesses, abiding by the utmost professional and ethical standards, and creating an enduring institution”. These values have, and will always be the factors that inspire us to ‘Do Well and Do Good.’

Committed to the Socio-economic Betterment of our Communities

As one of Africa’s largest financial services institution, we recognise the need for a social contract between the bank, the community and its people. To this end, UBA became the first bank in Nigeria to institute a Foundation — UBAF as the CSR arm of the bank. UBA Foundation is committed to the socio-economic betterment of our communities. The bank funds its programmes and initiatives.

UBAF At A Glance

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2020 Brochure

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2019 Brochure

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As West Africa’s largest and most profitable bank, we recognise the need for a social contract between the bank, the community, and its people.

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