ncba-loop

Integrate NCBA Loop open banking endpoints for accounts, payments, and transfers.

Updated Mar 14, 2026
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Skill: ncba-loop
Source: https://github.com/AfricanDigitalAssetFramework/africa-stack-skills/tree/main/east-africa/ncba-loop
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AfricanDigitalAssetFramework/africa-stack-skills --skill ncba-loop

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

NCBA Loop integration enables developers to securely connect their apps to NCBA's digital banking platform for cross-country accounts, payments, and transactions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Retrieve accounts and balances across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda
  • Initiate M-Pesa payments and bank transfers (Pesalink, EFT) and fetch transaction history
  • Webhook-driven events for transaction updates and account changes
  • Robust authentication with OAuth 2.0 and API keys, token management, and error handling

Quick Start

Configure your environment with client credentials and call the NCBA Loop endpoints to retrieve accounts, balances, and initiate payments.

Frequently Asked Questions about ncba-loop

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I integrate NCBA Loop open banking endpoints for payments and transfers?

To integrate NCBA Loop banking, configure your environment with OAuth 2.0 client credentials and API keys. You can then call endpoints to retrieve account balances, initiate M-Pesa payments and Pesalink transfers, and manage transaction history.

Can I use NCBA Loop APIs to retrieve bank balances across East Africa?

Yes, NCBA Loop APIs support retrieving accounts and balances across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. This cross-country coverage allows you to manage multi-region account operations within a single integrated application.

Does the NCBA Loop API support M-Pesa payments and Pesalink transfers?

Yes, the NCBA Loop API supports initiating M-Pesa payments and Pesalink transfers. It also handles bank-to-bank operations like EFT, providing comprehensive payment and transfer capabilities for your application.

How do webhook-driven events work with NCBA Loop banking integration?

Webhook-driven events in NCBA Loop integration provide real-time updates for transaction status changes and account modifications. You configure webhook endpoints to receive automated event notifications, ensuring your app stays synchronized with banking activities.

What authentication is required for the NCBA Loop API?

NCBA Loop API integration requires OAuth 2.0 and API key security. You must implement robust token management and error handling to securely authenticate requests and maintain access to account management and payment endpoints.

What are the limitations of NCBA Loop integration for bank-to-bank transfers?

NCBA Loop integration is limited to regions and transfer types supported by the bank's open banking platform, specifically covering Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Developers must implement custom error handling for failed transfers or webhook delivery issues.