Kigali, Rwanda, August 25th,2025- Bank of Kigali Plc has once again secured Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) v4.0.1 recertification, the global gold standard for keeping cardholder data safe.

With this milestone, BK remains the only bank in Rwanda listed as a Valued Service Provider on the Visa Global Registry, a recognition awarded only to institutions that meet the highest standards of compliance and security. Earning this status, along with the Visa PCI DSS compliance badge, reinforces BK’s role as a trusted leader in delivering secure, innovative, and customer-focused financial solutions.

But beyond the certification, what does this mean for customers? It means peace of mind. Every time a BK customer pays, shops online, or withdraws from an ATM, they can trust that their money and their personal data are protected by some of the toughest security standards in the world.

"Our customers deserve the highest level of safety when using their cards, and this achievement is proof of that commitment,” said Dr. Diane Karusisi, CEO of Bank of Kigali. "Whether you are transacting locally or globally, we want you to feel confident and secure with every transaction you make through BK.”

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