Celebrating Zim banks’ resilience, excellence
BELOW is speech in part by the Zimbabwe Independent editor Faith Zaba at the 2023 Banks & Banking Survey and Award ceremony held last Thursday (October 19):
aON behalf of the Zimbabwe Independent and Alpha Media Holdings, I am honoured to extend my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for joining us at this prestigious
Banks and Banking Survey and Award Ceremony. I would also like thank our keynote speaker Dr John Mangudya.
This evening is a celebration of excellence, resilience, and the unwavering commitment of our financial institutions in a challenging economic landscape.
I would like to extend my warmest congratulations to the deserving winners of tonight's awards – Stanbic Bank, CABS, Nedbank Zimbabwe, NMB Bank, Steward, ZB, African Century Limited and all the runners up.
I would also like to extend a hearty congratulations to Dr Sibongile Moyo, who is one of the most inspirational and influential woman in Zimbabwe – a torchbearer to our young Zimbabwean women.
These banks and building societies have demonstrated remarkable dedication and innovation in the face of an ever-evolving financial environment.
Their achievements are a testament to the relentless pursuit of excellence and the belief in the power of sustainable finance.
In a country marked by economic challenges, these financial institutions have shown incredible perseverance.
They have continued to support businesses, individuals, and the nation as a whole, even when the odds seemed unbeatable. Their contributions to economic growth are immeasurable, and we commend them for their unwavering dedication.
Our theme tonight “Achieving Economic Growth Through Sustainable Finance”, resonates deeply with the current global trends on responsible and ethical financial practices.
These institutions have not only weathered the storm but have also actively contributed to the creation of a more sustainable and resilient financial landscape.
In closing, I would like to thank our sponsors, First Capital Bank for standing with us for eight years and I would like to toast to more years of collaborations.
Let us use this occasion as a reminder of the potential that lies ahead.
Together, with sustainable finance at the forefront, we can collectively work towards a brighter economic future for Zimbabwe.
Thank you, and may we continue to strive for excellence and sustainable growth in the banking sector.
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