Steward Bank, is a commercial bank registered and trading in Zimbabwe. The bank is a subsidiary of the Econet Wireless Zimbabwe. It was founded in 2001 by Tawanda Nyambirai as TN Bank.
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Trading name | Steward Bank (Pvt) Ltd |
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Formerly called | TN Bank |
Type | Private |
| Industry | Financial Services |
| Founded | 2001 |
| Founder | Tawanda Nyambirai |
| Headquarters | 101 Kwame Nkrumah Avenue, Harare, Zimbabwe |
Key people | Lance Mambondiani, CEO Alfred Chaavure Executive Director' Bernard Chidzero, Chairman |
| $22,454,248 (29 Feb 2018) | |
| Parent | Econet Wireless Zimbabwe |
| Website | www |
| Footnotes / references Office Hours Mon - Fri 0800 hrs - 1530 hrs Sat 0800 hrs - 1130 hrs Sun & Public Holidays CLOSED Contact Number 0808 8888 | |
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Founding and History
The bank was established in 2001. At that time it was called TN Asset Management. The company was later developed into the second largest asset management firm in Zimbabwe after which it acquired a Finance House in 2006 upon which was renamed TN Financial Holdings. Three years later the company merged with a furniture company Tedco to form TN Holdings Limited.[1] The same year saw the company introducing banking operations. In 2013, the bank was acquired by Econet Wireless Zimbabwe.[2] This move was largely seen as a means for Econet to aggressively roll out its mobile money offering - Ecocash.[3]
Products and Services
Sosholoza
Sosholoza is a financial service by Steward Bank that works via WhatsApp. The service allows the bank's customers to transfer money from any bank or mobile money wallet to any bank and any mobile wallet in Zimbabwe. More on Sosholoza
Batsi - Customer Service Chatbot
Batsi is a chatbot introduced by Steward Bank in March 2018. Batsi was meant to improve response time to customer queries.
Kwenga
Kwenga is a mobile Point of Sale (POS) machine which Steward Bank introduced in January 2018. Kwenga is targeted at making PoS machines accessible to all sizes of businesses including SMEs.
Square 2.0
In March 2018, Steward Bank announced the launch of the second version of its mobile app called Square. This time named Square 2.0 the app includes functions which are not available on USSD, unlike the previous Square App. Using the app, the banks's customers are able to make a number of transactions as well as purchase services from utility companies and other vendors.
International Remittances From Diaspora
Steward Bank is also an agent for Western Union money transfer services and it disburses funds through its network of branches country wide. The bank also allows people in the diaspora to remit back home using the EcoCash platform on their mobile phones. The bank has created a business relationship with the EcoCash facility to cater for its local and diaspora customer base.[4]
During the cash crisis that has gripped Zimbabwe since 2016 and eventual introduction of Bond Notes, Steward made it possible for Zimbabweans receiving money from outside to get it in US dollars.
Exchange Control
Steward Bank provides individuals and corporates with consultancy on Exchange Control regulations as they affect local and international investors. The bank also assists in the processing of Exchange Control applications where possible.[5]
Exports and Imports
Steward Bank has international correspondents and external partners who help in the arrangement of finances to assist its clients funding their working capital and capital expenditure requirements. Through this facility, the bank allows local diasporans to invest in local projects while simultaneously linking the local investors to the international business world.[6]
Personal Banking
- Personal Current Account Services
- Personal Saving Account Services
- Online Banking
Corporate Banking Services
- Agent Banking
- Agri-Business
- Non-Profit Organisations
- Corporate Finance & Advisory Services
Successes
In August 2014, the Steward Bank sponsored golf team won the inagural edition of th John Nkomo memorial golf tournament held in Bulawayo. The tournament was organised by the family and friends of the late vice president John Nkomo.[7] In August 2014, the Bank eventually unveiled its website with a live chat service to effect good communication with thousands of its customers.[8]
Branchless Banking
As part of its adjustment to the changing banking business landscape, Steward Bank introduced a branchless banking model on the 26th of November 2014 in Harare. Steward Bank was the first in the country to introduce such a model and it was seen part of its innovative approach which had previously seen a successful partnership with Econet's EcoCash facility. Under this new model, selected EcoCash agents were able to offer a number of services under the Steward Bank banner. The bank also introduced the AllSave Bank account as the primary account for individuals.[9]
Awards
In 2013, the bank won the ICT achievers awards winner under the ICT Supportive Bank Sector, Steward Bank.[8]
2017
- Bank of the ear – Zimbabwe Investment Authority (ZIA)
- Bank of the ear (Innovation Award) – Megafest
- Best Print Advert of the ear – Marketers Association of Zimbabwe (MAZ)
- Website of the ear Winner – Marketers Association of Zimbabwe (MAZ)
- Bank of the ear Runner Up – Marketers Association of Zimbabwe (MAZ)
- Outstanding Banking and Finance Leader of the ear - Steward Bank CEO - Megafest
Past Executives
- Tawanda Nyambirai (former CEO & founder)
- Kwanele Ngwenya
Financial Reports
- Steward Bank Financial Statements Year Ended 28 Feb 2018
- Steward Bank Financial Statements half year result 31 Aug 2017
- Steward Bank Financial Statements Year Ended 28 Feb 2017
- Steward Bank Financial Statements half year ended 31 Aug 2016
- Steward Bank Financial Statements year ended 29 Feb 2016
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References
- ↑ History, 'Steward Bank', Published: ND, Retrieved: 6 May 2014
- ↑ Overview,l 'Steward Bank', Published: ND, Retrieved: 6 May 2014
- ↑ TN bank suffers US$10,4 million loss,l 'Staff Writer', Published: 7 Jun 2013, Retrieved: 9 Jan 2015
- ↑ , Diaspora EcoCash Banking Services,Steward Bank, retrieved:9 Jan 2015
- ↑ , Exchange Control,Steward Bank Limited, Retrieved:9 Jan 2015
- ↑ , Exports and Imports,Steward Bank, Retrieved:9 Jan 2015
- ↑ M. Sibanda, Steward Bank wins memorial golf tourney,The Sunday News, published:24 Aug 2014, retrieved:9 Jan 2015"
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 T.T Rutsito, Steward Bank Finally Unveils Website, With Live Chat Support,Technomag, published:23 Feb 2014,retrieved:9 Jan 2015"
- ↑ N. Gambanga, Steward Bank goes branchless with new Agent Banking Model,Tech Zim, Published:26 Nov 2014, Retrieved:9 Jan 2015"