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Standard Bank branches offering Smart ID services grows to 50

Standard Bank has expanded its Smart ID services to 50 branches nationwide, with plans to more than double the network in 2026.

Women nominees make their mark at African Banker Awards

55 nominees have made the shortlist for the 2026 African Banker awards, now in its 20th year of celebrating financial excellence.

FirstBank named Nigeria’s strongest brand

Brand Finance’s annual rankings evaluate brands across industries based on key metrics such as brand investment, brand equity and business performance.

Big banks post strong growth, weaker profits in 2025

Nonetheless, experts have said that the development does not give reasons for concern.

Inside Ghana’s banking revolution

The period following the 2017 recapitalisation exercise has brought strong asset and deposit growth, wider digital adoption and a shift toward more robust financial health across the industry.

Banking beyond the balance sheet: Union Bank’s ASBON recognition and Nigeria’s small business economy

The recognition arrives at a moment when the relationship between Nigerian banks and Nigerian small businesses is being quietly redefined.

UBA, fintechs unite to secure Africa’s payment future

The consensus was clear: the survival and expansion of Africa’s digital economy depend entirely on a unified front.

Absa Bank launches Island Escape promotion offering trips to Mauritius, local getaways

Under the promotion, three customers will win an all-expenses-paid trip for two to Mauritius, while nine additional winners will enjoy fully sponsored weekend stays at selected resort destinations in Ghana.

Why all banks are chasing affluent customers

They are just so much more profitable …

Strong assets, deposits lift UBA Q1 performance

UBA recorded notable improvement in key profitability and efficiency indicators, reflecting a more sustainable earnings profile.

UBA Explains Dividend Decision, Reaffirms Strong Outlook for 2026

The bank, he said, paid a total dividend of N2.80 per share in 2023 and N3.25 per share in 2024, reflecting its commitment to shareholder value.

Capitec coming after rich South Africans

The bank’s customer base grew by 7% in the 2026 financial year, reaching 25.8 million active clients.

Kenyan banks project surge in bad loans on impact of geopolitical tensions

The Treasury Cabinet Secretary has been granted the latitude to extend the period for a further 90 days depending on the prevailing fuel

Fitch Downgrades Mozambique’s Rating to ‘CC’ from ‘CCC’, Worsening Credit Risk Perception

The agency explained that it typically does not assign outlooks to countries rated ‘CCC+’ or below, and confirmed that the full list of rating actions is included in its report, in line with standard credit rating agency disclosure rules.

Equity named overall best bank in Kenya at 2026 Think Business Banking Awards

The Bank’s dominance was reflected in its performance across categories, where it emerged top in 10 categories and ranked second in two others.

UBA Grows Customers’ Deposits by 12% in FY2025

The significant deposit growth reflects strong brand loyalty across key African markets where UBA holds sway.

Ethiopia’s largest private bank makes historic debut on the Ethiopian Securities Exchange

A major milestone for Ethiopia’s financial sector liberalisation

Africa’s most valuable bank confirms global expansion as loan disbursements hit $5.3bn

South Africa’s largest bank by market capitalisation, Capitec, is preparing for an eventual international expansion, although executives stress the strategy remains at a very early stage.

Nigeria: Providus Bank expands in Ado-Ekiti, reaffirms financial strength

Ojuroye also reassured that Providus Bank remains on solid ground, backed by disciplined capital

Capitec Bank Reports Record Earnings and Dividend Growth

Capitec Posts Record Profit and Dividend as Growth Accelerates

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