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SLT-MOBITEL’s mCash recognised for Outstanding Innovations in Digital Payments at Asian Fintech Academy Awards
Recognising the efforts in transforming Sri Lanka’s mobile financial services, SLT-MOBITEL’s mCash was awarded the prestigious ‘Outstanding Innovations in Digital Payments & Collections in Sri Lanka’ award, at an event held at Hilton Colombo recently. Organised by the Asian Fintech Academy (AFTA), the recognition is part of mCash’s exceptional contributions to the digital payments and collections landscape in Sri Lanka, paving way for businesses and retail sector to reap benefits of cutting-edge digital payment solutions.
The award ceremony was graced by the presence of esteemed guests, including Central bank Assistant Governor Ananda Jayalath , Central Bank former Assistant Governor Dr. D. Kumaratunge, PhD, Fintech Association of Sri Lanka (FASL) Senior Adviser Dr. Tissa Jayaweera, PhD, and FASL President Rajkumar Kanagasingam and CTO at the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA), India Joseph Joshy, as well as prominent representatives from leading financial institutions, telecommunications companies, and fintech organisations in Sri Lanka.
As a leading mobile financial service provider in Sri Lanka, mCash continues to achieve remarkable success in the collection management sector, with the business experiencing unparalleled growth in terms of revenue and an ever-growing customer base. With success that is deep rooted in the company’s commitment to providing industry leading services to customers and business partners, mCash’s efforts to promote digital payments and collections throughout the country shines through accolades such as this.
The Asian Digital Finance Awards was presented by Asian FinTech Academy with the support of several finance, fintech and blockchain institutions. AFTA is affiliated with Colorado, USA based International Board of Standards (IBS), a certifying body which operates in over 40 nations worldwide. The IBS owns the certifications and trademarks conferred by the Global Academy of Finance and Management (GAFM).
mCash has transformed the mobile financial service concept in Sri Lanka by introducing innovative features and constantly creating ways in which mCash can be more inclusive and adapted to customer lifestyles. In addition to services such as sending and receiving money, mobile reloads, and bill payments, mCash also offers utility, insurance, finance, and leasing payments. One of the key achievements of mCash is extending financial inclusion and redefining the way consumers carry out transactions with the use of a mobile phone. Over the last few years, mCash has experienced immense growth, with a large clientele and growing customer base that continues to expand countrywide.
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
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Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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