Stanbic Botswana scoops best bank award

Parent company, Standard Bank was also named 2011 Bank of the Year in Africa for its ability to gain strategic advantage, adapt to variable market conditions, secure important deals and succeed in an increasingly competitive landscape.  In addition to Bank of the Year in Africa, The Banker named Standard Bank as Bank of the Year in Lesotho, Malawi and Zimbabwe.  Ben Kruger, Deputy Chief Executive, Standard Bank Group said of the awards: "Standard Bank has a deep and long-standing commitment to developing business in Africa. We are delighted with this recognition of our ability to connect Africa and the world."

He believes the awards reflect the group's continued growth across the continent and its substantial investment in the development of local presence and infrastructure.