Africa’s Best Private Bank at the 2026 Euromoney Awards
We are proud to announce that we have once again received top honours at the Euromoney Private Banking Awards 2026, across 6 categories.
This recognition is a testament to our continued efforts to strengthen our position as Africa's leading private bank.
The Euromoney Private Banking Awards celebrate outstanding performance in global private banking and wealth management annually. Winners are selected based on their achievements, innovations and client service over the past year. Standard Bank, also trading as Stanbic Bank, won the following categories in Africa:
- Africa's Best Private Bank
- Africa's Best for Family Office Services
- Africa's Best for High-Net Worth Clients
- Africa's Best for Next-Gen
As well as the following country-specific categories:
- Botswana and Malawi: Best International Private Bank
- Mozambique: Best Private Bank
- Tanzania: Best International Private Bank, Best Client Service and Best for Next-Gen
"These awards speak to our differentiated Africa-centric approach, combining scale, deep local insight and a long-term commitment to helping clients grow, preserve and transfer wealth across generations." Ben Mensah, Head of Private Bank, Africa Regions.
Building on last year's accolades from Private Banker International and Global Finance, this recognition highlights our credibility among the millions of clients who have trusted us to partner with them in their financial journey. This trust and confidence in our expertise is what inspires us to deliver exceptional service every day.