Telecommunications Ministry Launches Service Allowing Citizens to Access Banking Apps Without Internet
15 MAR 2025
​The Ministry of Digital Transformation and Telecommunications announced that USSD technology will be available for the banking sector and mobile applications starting early next week, in coordination with the Telecommunications and Post Regulatory Authority (TPRA) and The Central Bank of Sudan.
​This step aims to expand the use of simplified digital channels, enabling citizens to access financial services via mobile phones, particularly in areas lacking internet connectivity, where using smart apps is difficult, or during times of high application traffic.
​The first phase of services includes several essential financial operations, such as person-to-person (P2P) bank transfers, balance inquiries, and viewing transaction summaries.
​The Ministry emphasized that this initiative is part of its efforts to create a supportive regulatory and technical environment for expanding digital financial services and enhancing financial inclusion. It also aims to support family protection and assistance programs, leveraging the widespread use of mobile phones in Sudan.
​Furthermore, the Ministry explained that the launch of these services is being coordinated with partners in the telecommunications and banking sectors. Service providers will announce operational details and associated services according to their respective jurisdictions.
