Standard Bank, led by South African banker Sim Tshabalala, opens Egypt office
Standard Bank expands into Egypt, strengthening African trade links and supporting regional investment.
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Sim Tshabalala-led Standard Bank expands into Egypt with new office
Standard Bank is launching a Cairo office on Nov. 12, strengthening Africa’s link to global capital markets.
Sim Tshabalala-led Standard Bank expands in Angola, eyes global markets
Standard Bank secures JPMorgan approval in Angola, boosting cross-border trade access and expanding global reach.
Sim Tshabalala leads $1 billion Standard Bank pledge for women entrepreneurs in Africa
Standard Bank commits $1 billion to empower women entrepreneurs across Africa through the African Women Impact Fund.
South African banker Sim Tshabalala to end 14-year run as Standard Bank CEO in 2027
The announcement comes even as the Johannesburg-based bank raised its executive retirement age from 60 to 63 in line with global corporate trends.
Sim Tshabalala named interim head of Standard Bank's South African unit
This move is designed to provide stability and maintain the strength of both the group and its largest revenue-generating subsidiary during a crucial leadership transition.
Standard Bank, led by Sim Tshabalala, raises sustainable finance commitments to $24.5 billion
Standard Bank boosts sustainable finance to $24.5 billion by 2028, reinforcing its role in Africa’s energy transition while balancing climate goals with economic growth.
Sim Tshabalala-led Standard Bank backs $5 billion oil pipeline
Standard Bank leads a $5 billion financing deal for Uganda-Tanzania oil pipeline, signaling cautious investor confidence despite environmental opposition.
Standard Bank, led by Sim Tshabalala, makes $165 million bet on platinum group metals
The 5.74 percent stake in Northam Holdings boosts the bank’s mining investments in South Africa.
Standard Bank, led by South African banker Sim Tshabalala, posts $2.4 billion earnings
Under Tshabalala, Standard Bank has continued to strengthen its position as a leading financial institution in Africa, expanding its reach while delivering strong profits.
Standard Bank, led by South African banker Sim Tshabalala, unveils $397 million boost for SMMEs
The move is set to widen credit access, stimulate job creation, and bolster economic resilience.
South African banker Sim Tshabalala-led Standard Bank, raises stake in JSE-listed Trencor to $4.2 million
The move, disclosed in a regulatory filing on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, reflects the continued focus of Stand Bank.
Standard Bank, led by Sim Tshabalala, commits nearly $1 billion to Barloworld acquisition
The bank’s backing is a key part of the broader R22.8 billion ($1.23 billion) bid, reinforcing its role as a dominant corporate financier on the continent.
Standard Bank’s market value drops below $20 billion amid non-compliance sanction
This decline has shaved $609.22 million off its market capitalization, reducing it from $20.18 billion to $19.57 billion.
Standard Bank and IFC partner to boost local currency lending across Africa
The deal aims to mitigate currency risks, expand local currency exposure, and facilitate cross-currency swaps and derivatives for businesses across Africa.
Standard Bank, led by South African banker Sim Tshabalala, strengthens African infrastructure investment efforts
This aligns with plans to unlock opportunities for alternative energy infrastructure on the continent, building on past collaborations.