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We believe every small business’s story matters and we are dedicated to helping them succeed. That includes prioritising solutions such as reliable and cost-effective energy sources that advance and develop the SMME sector and create an environment conducive to sustainable economic growth. By supporting the recent Middelburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) Energy and Investment Conference, we were able to afford local SMMEs the opportunity to connect with potential investors in the energy sector and to learn about alternative energy solutions and available financing solutions that can aid their growth and development. Rashveer Manilal, Head of Renewable Energy, Absa Relationship Banking was one of ten industry leaders to speak at the conference, affirming our commitment to fostering the success and sustainability of entrepreneurship in South Africa. #YourStoryMatters #Energy

By immersing ourselves into our clients’ stories, we provide a trusted partnership to assist them in taking a transformative step further. Today, we celebrate the launch of the Absa CIB ethos, “Invested in Your Story”. We go beyond traditional banking to become strategic partners, deeply understanding your unique needs and ambitions. This approach reflects our commitment to co-creating tailored solutions that empower your success at every step. #YourStoryMatters

Absa Group congratulates the first cohort of the Absa-SACCI Women in Business Directors Training Programme, who have successfully completed the five-week training programme aimed at equipping them with the skills required to thrive as successful business leaders and board members in both listed and unlisted companies. We wish all these women well on their journey to changing the face of South African business. #YourStoryMatters

Absa Group, in collaboration with the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry, is proud to have sponsored the inaugural Absa-SACCI Women in Business Directors Training Programme, which aims to equip women with the essential knowledge and skills required to thrive as successful business leaders and board members in both listed and unlisted companies. The sponsorship demonstrates Absa’s commitment to being an active force for good in our communities by creating an enabling environment in which women can take their rightful place as not only contributors of our economy, but decision makers at the highest level of Corporate South Africa. #YourStoryMatters

Today, we take a significant step to drive sustainable entrepreneurial growth across the continent and invest in the intellectual capital that will fuel tomorrow’s innovations. In collaboration with the University of Pretoria's GIBS Business School (Gordon Institute of Business Science), we have established the Absa Chair in Entrepreneurship, which will deliver evidence-based, scalable and sustainable pan-African initiatives and activities through school-based incubation, practice-based research, thought leadership in entrepreneurship, and the Absa African Entrepreneurship Index – the outcomes of which will contribute to the practices that will govern an entrepreneurial future. Successful entrepreneurial stories are never written alone. As an active force for good in everything we do, we are committed to providing the essential knowledge and skills needed to turn entrepreneurial dreams into reality; and by supporting them, we support job creation and the growth of economies. #YourStoryMatters #ForceForGood

The ever-evolving world of blockchain technology and its investment potential in Africa is featured in this comprehensive African Blockchain Report, proudly sponsored by Absa. Gain access to valuable data and trends, such as in-depth analytics and insights into blockchain venture funding across the continent. They may help shape your investment strategies and enable you to make informed decisions. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur or enthusiast, this report is an essential resource for understanding the evolving blockchain ecosystem in Africa. Absa is firmly committed to shaping a digitally-powered future, and believes in helping to shape technology stories across the continent. Download the African Blockchain Report: https://bit.ly/4bH1wip #InvestedInYourStory #YourStoryMatters

Our commitment to sustainability and community impact spans across all the markets in which we operate, exemplifying our core values and the essence of showcasing stories that matter. Absa Mauritius has taken strides in sustainability initiatives, reinforcing our collective vision for a better future. Together we are committed to creating a meaningful difference, where every story matters.  #YourStoryMatters 

With the end of Mandela Month, we proudly reaffirm our commitment to being an active force for good. Over the past month, Absa has been deeply involved in several impactful initiatives. We collaborated with the Nelson Mandela Foundation for the 5th annual Legacy #Ride4Hope2024, brought together communities for the Jozi My Jozi City clean-up, and partnered with Rise Against Hunger Africa to package highly nutritious meals for children. Additionally, our efforts included beach clean-ups as part of the #AbsaRunYourCity series and the handover of various veggie gardens. These initiatives, and many others, reflect our Group’s purpose of ‘empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together… one story at a time.’ Thank you for joining us in celebrating Tata Mandela's legacy. As we look forward to August and celebrating Women’s Month, keep an eye out for upcoming initiatives as we celebrate women and contribute to their incredible stories. #YourStoryMatters

As market leaders in the payments industry across Africa, supporting our customers is a priority for us. In telling our story, we are constantly looking for ways to deliver practical solutions that meet the unique needs of our customers across all our markets. Through strategic partnerships, we find solutions that leverage a digitally-powered approach in providing seamless experiences. #YourStoryMatters