The Bank of Uganda has announced that Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) and Automated Clearing House (ACH) services will be unavailable from 5 p.m. on November 5, 2026, to 9 a.m. on November 9, 2026, for a planned system upgrade. The upgrade supports implementation of the East African Community (EAC) Cross-Border Payment System Masterplan, approved by EAC central bank governors to facilitate payments across member states. Financial institutions, government entities, businesses and individuals should process payments with deadlines before the closure begins. Customers should consult their financial institutions about arrangements for specific transactions, including available alternative payment channels. The bank will issue a public notice once the upgraded services have been restored.
Bank of Uganda announces RTGS and ACH closure from November 5 to 9 for system upgrade
The Bank of Uganda will temporarily close Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) and Automated Clearing House (ACH) services from 5 p.m. on November 5, 2026, to 9 a.m. on November 9, 2026, for a system upgrade supporting regional payments integration. Users should complete payments with deadlines before the closure and consult their financial institutions about alternative payment channels.