Happy Chinese New Year
The year 2026 is the Year of the Horse in China and it is a remarkable event in the Chinese zodiac.
This year is celebrated for its dynamic energy, symbolizing passion, change, and transformation.
Horses represent strength, freedom, unstoppable energy and spirited perseverance. Leading to boldness, ambition, and a drive for progress.
The strategic importance of this partnership and the role it plays in advancing economic progress between Africa and China partnership between ICBC and Standard Bank Group remains one of the most significant along the China–Africa corridor. For 17 years, this collaboration has combined deep African insight with global scale to support trade, investment and sustainable growth across our shared markets, while expanding cross-border connectivity and enabling clients to unlock opportunities across two dynamic regions. Our continued alignment underscores the strategic importance of this partnership and the role it plays in advancing economic progress between Africa and China.
Let us leap into the new year and gallop to seize the initiative, in stride and sound.
We wish you and your loved ones health, happiness and prosperity in the Year of the Horse.
Happy New Year!
