Cape Verde / Djibouti / London, 19 March 2026 – iib has secured two prestigious wins at the Euromoney Private Banking Awards 2026, with iib West Africa named Cape Verde’s Best for Premier Banking and iib East Africa awarded Djibouti’s Best Private Bank. The awards were formally presented at a ceremony hosted at The Peninsula London Hotel on March 19, 2026, celebrating leading institutions in global private banking and wealth management.

The Euromoney Private Banking Awards are widely regarded as a benchmark of excellence in the financial industry, recognizing institutions that demonstrate superior performance in client service, innovation, discretionary portfolio management, and the ability to meet the evolving needs of high-net-worth clients.

These dual recognitions highlight iibGroup’s growing strength across multiple markets, underpinned by a client-centric approach and a commitment to delivering tailored financial solutions. In Cape Verde, iib West Africa has continued to strengthen its premier banking proposition through personalized advisory services and innovative product offerings. In Djibouti, iib East Africa has reinforced its leadership in private banking by delivering bespoke wealth management solutions and enhancing client experience through both relationship-driven service and digital innovation.

Commenting on the achievement, Sohail Sultan, Group Chairman, said:
“We are honored to receive these recognitions from Euromoney across two key markets. These awards reflect the strength of our strategy and our unwavering focus on delivering personalized, high-quality banking experiences. These awards are a testament to the trust our clients place in us and the dedication of our teams across regions to continuously raise the standard of private banking.”

The awards ceremony in London was attended by senior representatives from iibGroup, including Sohail Sultan, Chairman iibGroup) and Joseph Carasso, CEO iib West Africa, marking a significant milestone for the Group’s international presence and continued growth in private banking.

iibGroup remains committed to expanding its footprint and enhancing its private banking and wealth management capabilities, combining global best practices with deep local market expertise to serve clients across its operating regions.

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Euromoney is a globally recognized authority in financial publishing, providing analysis and rankings across the international banking sector. Its Private Banking Awards celebrate institutions that demonstrate excellence in wealth management and set the benchmark for client service and innovation worldwide.