BSB seals social benefits payment deal with govt

BSB seals social benefits payment deal with govt PIC. FILE
BSB seals social benefits payment deal with govt PIC. FILE

The Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development has appointed Botswana Savings Bank (BSB) to disburse social benefits for people with disabilities, the destitute, old age Pensioners as well as World War II veterans.

Through this programme, the BSB customers will each be issued with a Visa debit card to enable them to access and withdraw their cash at their convenience, through their transactional based account. 

BSB’s Chief Executive Officer, Nixon Marumoloa said the partnership is a reflection of BSB’s 2016-2021 strategy which showcases that the bank is determined to provide products for all income groups in Botswana. 

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