Kampala — Stanbic Bank Uganda has been named Best Investment Bank in Uganda at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, in recognition of its role in financing major corporate and infrastructure projects across the country.
The award was announced by the London-based financial publication Euromoney on July 17, 2026, as Stanbic Bank marks 35 years of operations in Uganda.
According to the bank, the recognition reflects its work in corporate and investment banking, including structuring financing for large-scale infrastructure, industrial development and other strategic investments.
Stanbic Bank Uganda is the flagship subsidiary of Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited (SUHL).
Commenting on the recognition, Stanbic Bank Uganda Chief Executive Mumba Kenneth Kalifungwa said the award underscores the bank’s commitment to supporting Uganda’s economic development.
“For us, Corporate and Investment Banking is where our purpose, ‘Uganda is our home; we drive her growth,’ most truly comes alive. It is the engine through which we empower our local corporates to expand their operations, create meaningful jobs and contribute significantly to domestic revenue,” Kalifungwa said.
He added that the bank has also worked closely with the Government of Uganda to finance national development projects.
“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 recognised by Euromoney,” he said.
Kalifungwa said the award comes at a significant moment as the bank celebrates more than three decades of operations in Uganda.
“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,” he said.
The bank said the award recognises its ability to structure complex financial solutions, including financing for infrastructure projects and key productive sectors of the economy.
Stanbic Bank Uganda’s Executive Director and Head of Corporate and Investment Banking, Paul Muganwa, credited the recognition to the efforts of the bank’s Corporate and Investment Banking team.
“This accolade is a testament to the talent, resilience and technical sophistication of our 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,” Muganwa said.
He added that the team remains focused on delivering tailored financial solutions that support business growth.
“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 among the banking industry’s international awards programmes, recognising financial institutions for performance, innovation and service delivery across different markets.
Stanbic Bank Uganda said the latest recognition reinforces its position in Uganda’s corporate and investment banking sector as it continues to support businesses, investors and public sector institutions through financing and advisory services.