Stanbic Bank Kenya has been named Kenya’s Best Investment Bank at the 2025 Euromoney Awards for Excellence, cementing its position at the forefront of the country’s corporate finance and investment landscape.
The recognition, awarded under the prestigious Euromoney platform, acknowledges the bank’s Corporate Investment Banking division for steering landmark transactions across energy, infrastructure, and capital markets.
It also highlights Stanbic’s efforts to broaden access to finance and strengthen its advisory offerings for businesses operating in Kenya.
While commenting on the achievement, Stanbic Bank Kenya and South Sudan Chief Executive Dr Joshua Oigara said the recognition reflected the collective efforts of the bank’s teams and the confidence of its clients.
"We are proud to be recognised as Kenya’s Best Investment Bank. This award is a reflection of the confidence our clients place in us and the hard work of our CIB team in structuring innovative, relevant, and impactful solutions," Oigara stated.
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"As part of the Standard Bank Group, we leverage deep sector expertise, a strong regional footprint, and global partnerships to support Kenya’s economic transformation.”
The award adds to a total of 26 honours secured by the Standard Bank Group across Africa in 2025—more than any other financial institution on the continent.
These accolades include some of the most coveted titles in the financial services industry, such as Africa’s Best Bank and Africa’s Best Investment Bank.
Offering further perspective on the win, Stanbic Bank Kenya’s Head of Investment Banking Brian Wambani emphasised the importance of aligning with evolving client demands.
“This recognition speaks to our deep commitment to delivering tailored, high-impact investment banking solutions that meet Kenya’s evolving market needs. From structured capital to sustainability-linked financing, we are proud to support our clients in building Kenya’s economy,” Wambani said.
Standard Bank Group, which owns Stanbic Bank Kenya, was also recognised in other key markets including South Africa, Uganda, Zambia, Ghana, and Tanzania, where it earned awards for excellence in customer experience, corporate responsibility, SME support, and investment banking.
Among the titles won by the group at the 2025 Euromoney Awards for Excellence were:
▪ Africa’s Best Bank
▪ Africa’s Best Investment Bank
▪ Africa’s Best Bank for Large Corporates
▪ Kenya’s Best Investment Bank – Stanbic Bank Kenya
▪ South Africa’s Best Bank
▪ Uganda’s Best Bank and Best Investment Bank – Stanbic Bank Uganda
▪ Zambia’s Best Investment Bank and Best Bank for Corporate Responsibility – Stanbic Bank Zambia
The Euromoney Awards, established in 1992, are considered one of the most respected benchmarks for banking excellence worldwide.
Winners are selected based on performance, innovation, and their ability to demonstrate value to clients and economies at large.
Stanbic Bank Kenya’s latest accolade reinforces its strategic role in supporting Kenya’s economic development through customised financial solutions and regional expertise grounded in the strength of the Standard Bank Group.
