Letshego Ghana Savings and Loans Achieves ISO 27001 Certification
Letshego Ghana Savings and Loans PLC, a subsidiary of Letshego Africa (Letshego Group) is proud to announce its successful attainment of the prestigious ISO 27001 certification. This significant milestone demonstrates the company’s unwavering commitment to implementing and continually improving its Information Security Management System (ISMS) to safeguard sensitive information, ensure operational resilience, and maintain trust with customers.
The ISO 27001 certification is an internationally recognized standard that outlines requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving information security management systems. It also includes provisions for the assessment and treatment of information security risks, ensuring that organizations like Letshego Ghana can manage sensitive data with the highest level of protection. This certification, which also fulfils the regulatory requirement set by the Bank of Ghana for all savings and loans companies, reinforces Letshego Ghana’s commitment to complying with both local and international data protection, confidentiality, and privacy regulations.
By achieving this certification, Letshego Ghana has taken a proactive approach to identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could impact operational stability. This accomplishment reflects the company’s dedication to adopting global best practices in information security, thereby boosting customer confidence in the safety and reliability of the financial services it provides. Customers can trust that their personal and financial information is being handled with utmost care and security.
Commenting on the achievement, Nii Amankra Tetteh, CEO of Letshego Ghana Savings and Loans, said, “Achieving ISO 27001 certification is a testament to Letshego Ghana’s commitment to protecting the integrity of our systems and the privacy of our customers. As we continue to grow and innovate in delivering financial solutions, we remain dedicated to upholding the highest international standards of information security.”
At the certification presentation, Eric Odae, ISO Audit Lead for Certi-Trust, the certifying body, added, “At Certi-Trust, we take great pride in certifying organizations that exhibit a true commitment to information security. Letshego Ghana’s achievement of the ISO 27001 certification is well-deserved, as their approach to security management has met global standards. This certification is not only a reflection of their dedication to protecting sensitive customer information but also a significant step towards ensuring long-term operational resilience and compliance with international security protocols.”
Letshego Ghana Savings and Loans remains committed to its mantra of ‘Improving Lives’ by offering tailored financial solutions underpinned by world-class security and customer service excellence. This certification underscores the institution’s continuous efforts to provide safe, reliable, and secure financial services, ensuring that customers’ information is protected at all times.
Letshego Ghana Savings and Loans PLC is a licensed financial services provider, providing innovative solutions to individuals across the public and private sectors, as well as supporting Micro and Small Entrepreneurs. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Letshego Africa and operates with 16 physical outlets and a staff complement of over 100 employees. The company’s customer reach is enhanced through strategic partnerships, innovative delivery, and their new and enhanced digital channels.
