Who owns Mukuru?

traditional · Cape Town, ZA · Partner-bank model · custody: Custodial

short answerMukuru is not itself a bank. It runs on a partner-bank (BaaS) model, where a licensed sponsor bank holds the deposits behind the app while Mukuru builds the product and interface.

Is Mukuru a licensed bank?

No — it runs on a sponsor bank (BaaS model). License detail: Partner bank (Bank Zero); Mukuru is an authorised financial services provider (FSP 45517); card on Mastercard via Paymentology.

Where is your money held?

Custody model: Custodial.

No sponsor bank or infrastructure provider is publicly documented for Mukuru yet. Know one? Suggest it.

Who's behind Mukuru?

Mukuru was founded by Rob Burrell, Brian Nugent (2004), headquartered in Cape Town, ZA.

Is my money safe with Mukuru?

Deposits are held by Mukuru's sponsor bank, so any insurance flows through that bank rather than Mukuru. Check which sponsor holds your balance and whether it is passed through for per-customer coverage.

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Figures compiled from public sources, for comparison only — not financial advice. "Up to" rates change constantly; always confirm with the issuer. Spotted an error? Suggest a fix.