Praia, April 9th 2026 — Intercontinental Investment Bank West Africa will officially inaugurate its new Representative Office in Santa Maria, on the island of Sal, this Friday, April 10.

This new opening marks another important step in the bank’s expansion strategy in Cabo Verde, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening proximity with customers, partners, and investors—particularly in one of the country’s most dynamic economic and tourism hubs.

The Representative Office has been designed to offer personalized and client-focused experience, combining comfort, accessibility, and professionalism. The space aims to provide tailored information and dedicated support regarding the bank’s financial solutions, with a special emphasis on savings and investment opportunities. Through this initiative, iib WA seeks to ensure close and responsive service aligned with the specific needs of each client.

“Sal Island is a strategically important location for iiib West Africa, being one of Cape Verde’s main hubs for economic and tourist activity. It offers significant potential for investment and business development for our operations and for ensuring greater proximity and convenience for our customers” , reinforces Joseph Carasso, CEO of iib West Africa.

This new representative office reinforces iib West Africa’s ongoing commitment to Cabo Verde, its clients, and the sustainable economic development of the islands, based on a strong, relevant, and locally engaged presence in the national market.

About iib West Africa:
iib West Africa is a commercial bank with a strong international focus, part of the iibGroup, and has been operating in Cape Verde since 2018.

iibCV currently employs around 50 people and has a dynamic sustainability and social responsibility programme, being the only bank in Cape Verde to be a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact.