Stanbic Bank Uganda has been named the “Best Investment Bank in Uganda” by the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, an award that acknowledges the bank’s prowess in structuring complex financial solutions, ranging from transformative infrastructure financing to supporting the industrial sectors that anchor Uganda’s economy.
The honour was announced by the London based financial magazine on July 17, 2026.
This global recognition highlights the lender’s pivotal role in financing the country’s most transformative economic projects and arrives during a landmark year as the bank, the anchor subsidiary of Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited (SUHL), marks 35 years of operational excellence in the country.
Commenting on the strategic importance of the award, Mumba Kenneth Kalifungwa, the Chief Executive of Stanbic Bank Uganda Corporate and Investment Banking is where the bank’s purpose ‘Uganda is our home; we drive her growth’ most truly comes alive and that it is the engine through which the bank empowers local corporates to expand their operations, create meaningful jobs, and contribute significantly to domestic revenue.
“It is also where we partner most closely with the Government of Uganda to deliver the essential national growth projects that define our future. We are incredibly proud of the impact we have delivered, and 2025 stands as a key highlight of that journey, for which we are glad to be recognized by Euromoney,” Kalifungwa said.
Reflecting on the bank’s historic milestone, he added; ”As we celebrate 35 years of service, this international recognition from Euromoney could not be timelier. It serves as a powerful validation of our journey from our inception to becoming the institution that stands today as a bedrock of Uganda’s financial system. It reaffirms that our strategy of fostering shared growth remains as relevant and effective now as it has been for over three decades.”
Paul Muganwa, the Executive Director and Head of Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) at Stanbic Bank Uganda, lauded the team for their dedication to the bank’s vision said the accolade is a testament to the talent, resilience, and technical sophistication of their CIB team.
“They work tirelessly to turn complex financial challenges into sustainable opportunities for our clients, ensuring that we move beyond mere transactions to foster long-term prosperity. I am incredibly proud of how our team continues to innovate, delivering bespoke, ‘Keep Growing’ solutions that empower our clients to reach their potential. This recognition is a celebration of the high standards we set for ourselves every single day,” he said.
The Euromoney Awards for Excellence are widely regarded as the gold standard in the global banking industry, reflecting Stanbic Bank Uganda’s unwavering position as the preferred partner for large-scale economic development and corporate growth.
