London, 21 April 2026 — iibGroup is proud to announce that iib East Africa has been named Best Sustainable Bank in Djibouti 2026 by Global Finance Magazine as part of its annual Sustainable Finance Awards. The recognition was presented at the Global Finance Awards Ceremony, bringing together leading financial institutions from around the world.

This marks the second consecutive year the bank has received this recognition, reinforcing its growing role in advancing sustainable finance across the Ethiopia–Djibouti corridor.

The Global Finance Sustainable Finance Awards recognise institutions demonstrating strong integration of sustainability into their operations, alongside measurable contribution to economic development through responsible financing practices.

Representing iibGroup at the ceremony were Sohail Sultan, Chairman of iibGroup, and S.K. Husain, COO, who accepted the award on behalf of the bank. The recognition reflects iib East Africa’s continued focus on enabling access to finance, supporting enterprise growth, and delivering responsible banking solutions in Djibouti and the wider region.

Commenting on the achievement, Sohail Sultan, Chairman of iibGroup, said:
“Sustainable finance remains central to how we operate across our markets. Our focus is on deploying capital in a way that supports long-term economic growth while enabling businesses to scale. This recognition reflects the progress we are making in delivering that impact.”

iib East Africa continues to prioritise sustainable finance across key sectors including trade, infrastructure, and private enterprise, supporting long-term development while strengthening financial inclusion.

This recognition further underscores iibGroup’s commitment to building a responsible and impact-driven banking platform across emerging markets.