Standard Bank Group

The Standard Bank Group delivered a solid performance for the six months ended 30 June 2026, reporting record headline earnings of R26.1 billion, up 10% period-on-period, and a higher return on equity (ROE) of 19.8%. #SBGResults #GrowingAfrica Read more:

Africa needs growth and sustainability together. Sustainable finance helps businesses reduce risk, build resilience and unlock new opportunities. Discover why financing both is where real growth begins:

Big ambitions for Africa deserve opportunities to grow. Through our partnership with One Young World for its 2026 Summit, we're supporting our young leaders as they connect, exchange ideas and explore new possibilities. #GrowingAfrica #OYW26 Read more:

Africa's future mobility needs fresh thinking! Working with our Sustainability experts, University of Pretoria students presented innovative solutions at the 2026 SDG Challenge Grand Finale. #WhereRealGrowthBegins #SDGChallenge2026

They came for an opportunity. They discovered possibilities they hadn’t imagined. Meet our people in Kenya and discover how opportunity has helped them step into growth. #HereWeGrow

Big ideas grow when young minds come together. We’re proud to partner with One Young World for its 2026 Summit in Cape Town, connecting young leaders and fresh perspectives to help shape Africa’s future. #GrowingAfrica #OYW26​ Read more:

When you grow with purpose, your impact grows with you. See how our people in Ghana are building their careers while helping drive Africa’s growth. #HereWeGrow

We were proud to be part of CIGFARO 2026 in Durban, where public sector leaders came together to discuss financial resilience, digital transformation and stronger governance. #GrowingAfrica #CIGFARO2026

Sustainable growth starts with action. Through Blue Roots, Standard Bank supports reforestation, water conservation and biodiversity across Africa, building stronger communities and economies. Learn more: #BlueRoots #GrowinAfrica #SustainabilityMonth

What does growth look like at one of the World’s Best Employers? For our people in South Africa, it’s the opportunity to learn, stretch themselves and grow their careers. Watch their growth journeys. #HereWeGrow

Your sustainability journey can start with one course. Whether you're exploring the basics or embedding better practices in daily decisions, our free online Academy can help. Discover what you can learn: #SustainabilityMonth #GrowingAfrica

Great people. Global recognition. We’re the only African-headquartered company recognised across four global rankings by Forbes, TIME and Newsweek. A testament to the culture our 55,000 people build every day. #HereWeGrow Learn more:

We're invested in strengthening Africa’s food value chain because every part of the system feeds into the next. That's why we’re helping each one thrive by opening opportunities, financing innovative solutions and backing the people behind it all. #GrowingAfrica #WorldFoodDay

Today, our people are celebrating Growth Day, marking 164 years since Standard Bank was established. A legacy built on resilience, purpose and the people who continue to shape our future. Happy Growth Day to all our Blue Bloods! 💙 #HereWeGrow #GrowthDay #GrowingAfrica

164 years of growing together! 💙 Across 21 countries and with over 19 million clients, we’ve shared countless stories of growth. Thank you for being part of the journey. #GrowingAfrica​ Read more:

Sustainability isn’t just a month on the calendar; it’s the blueprint for Africa’s future. Want to transition your business sustainably while staying competitive? Join our free Sustainability Academy today: #GrowGreenThinkBlue #GrowingAfrica

From 5-10 November, we return to Shanghai for CIIE 2026, connecting African exporters with buyers, insights and trade support through our ICBC partnership. Watch our 2025 highlights and see #WhereRealGrowthBegins. #CIIE2026 #GrowingAfrica

China’s zero-tariff framework is opening new export opportunities for African businesses. Explore how lower duties, renminbi settlement and stronger trade links can support more resilient growth and discover where real growth begins: #GrowingAfrica

University of Pretoria students joined our experts for the #SDGChallenge Sprint Day, exploring the future of mobility in Africa. Supporting young innovators to turn ideas into solutions is where real growth begins. Grand finale: 16 October. #GrowingAfrica #GrowGreenThinkBlue

We’re proud to join the 97th CIGFARO Annual Conference in Durban, 5–8 October, as public finance leaders explore accountability, innovation and resilience. Stronger institutions help build stronger communities. #WhereRealGrowthBegins #GrowingAfrica

Together with DHL we’re helping African SMEs turn export ambition into market access. Through GoTrade, businesses gain practical logistics, regulatory and export support, helping make cross-border trade #WhereRealGrowthBegins: #GrowingAfrica