Co-op Bank, M-Pesa Ziidi Trader feted for financial inclusion

Co-op Bank, M-Pesa Ziidi Trader feted for financial inclusion

The awards recognised the two Kenyan institutions for expanding access to finance and capital markets across the region.

Co-op Bank named Africa’s top SME lender at 2026 African Banker Awards

The Co-operative Bank of Kenya has been named SME Bank of the Year in Africa at the 20th African Banker Awards, recognising its role in financing small and medium-sized businesses across the region. The award was announced Wednesday in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, during a ceremony held alongside the African Development Bank Annual Meetings. The

Nigerian banks take surprising back seat at 2026 African Banker awards

The 20th edition of the annual African Banker awards was held in Brazzaville Congo, on the sidelines of the African Development Bank (AfDB) annual meetings. Banking behemoths on the continent carted home different categories of awards. Key takeaways from the organisers include, lenders whose operations engender financial sovereignty, promote infrastructure projects, and show eclectic and […] The post Nigerian banks take surprising back seat at 2…

Co-op Bank Named 'SME Bank of The Year' at 2026 African Banker Awards

The Co-op Bank of Kenya has been recognised as the SME Bank of the Year in Africa at the 20th edition of the African Banker Awards.