Three Awards, Two Regions, One Group: iibGroup Triumphs at Euromoney - East Africa
Three Awards, Two Regions, One Group: iibGroup Triumphs at Euromoney

Three Awards, Two Regions, One Group: iibGroup Triumphs at Euromoney

16 July 2026

iibGroup Triumphs at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026

iibGroup celebrated a remarkable achievement at the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, held at The Peninsula London on Thursday, 16 July.

The Group won three major awards across two African markets, reaffirming its commitment to excellence and its ability to deliver impact across diverse markets.

🏆 Cape Verde’s Best Bank – iib West Africa
🏆 Cape Verde’s Best Investment Bank – iib West Africa
🏆 Djibouti’s Best Investment Bank – iib East Africa

In Cape Verde, iib West Africa’s dual recognition reflects its strength across retail, corporate and investment banking, supported by landmark initiatives such as the country’s first Blue Bond.

In Djibouti, iib East Africa was recognised for its leadership in investment banking, with particular strengths in structured trade finance and cross-border advisory services, reinforcing its position as a trusted financial partner in the region.

The awards were received by Sohail Sultan, Chairman – iibGroup, Joseph Carasso, CEO – iib West Africa, Mateen Beg, CFO – iibGroup, Sabiha Sultan, Director – Institutional Investors and Farah Sayeed, Director – Brands & MarCom.

These awards reflect iibGroup’s unwavering commitment to innovation, excellence and delivering long-term value to the communities and markets it serves.

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About Euromoney

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.

About iib West Africa (Cape Verde)

iib West Africa is a licensed banking institution based in Cape Verde, serving corporate and institutional clients across the region. The bank is committed to advancing financial inclusion, innovation, and private sector development in the region.

About iibGroup Holdings W.L.L. (Bahrain)

iibGroup is a diversified international investment and banking group with operations across East Africa, the Middle East, West Africa, and the Caribbean. The Group provides banking, investment, and advisory solutions while also deploying capital into high-impact sectors such as trade, digital infrastructure, and financial inclusion. Through its regional platforms, iibGroup supports SMEs, empowers women- and youth-led enterprises, and channels capital to industries that strengthen regional integration and sustainable growth across emerging markets.

About iib East Africa (Djibouti)

iib East Africa is a licensed banking institution based in Djibouti, serving corporate and institutional clients across the Ethiopia–Djibouti corridor. The bank is committed to advancing financial inclusion, innovation, and private sector development in the region.

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