Absa Group

As the manufacturing and transport and logistics sectors adapt to economic pressure and evolving regulatory requirements, strong industry partnerships are vital for long-term growth. This year’s Road Freight Association (RFA) Convention explores key topics shaping the sector – from economic resilience and regulatory navigation to increasing transport efficiency and capitalising on the global mineral demand. We're proud to partner with businesses across manufacturing and transport and logistics to support sustainable growth through specialist expertise and tailored financial solutions. Connect with the Absa team to explore solutions for your business. Visit: https://lnkd.in/dQpKxx45 or transportlogistics@absa.africa #YourStoryMatters #BusinessBanking #WeGetIt #RoadFreightAssociationConvention Justin Schmidt, CFA

The Absa Enterprise Development team recently attended the EmpowaEntrepreneurs Funding Summit, reaffirming our role as a committed partner in unlocking growth for SMEs and strengthening the engines of economic progress. This platform enables us to actively connect entrepreneurs to funding, insights and strategic partnerships, ensuring businesses don’t just survive, but scale with confidence and impact. Discover more: https://lnkd.in/dETcGJdX #YourStoryMatters #BusinessBanking #WeGetIt #EnterpriseDevelopment #SMEs #Entrepreneurship Kgalaletso Tlhoaele EmpowaEntrepreneurs

The Absa Commercial Payments Summit 2026, in partnership with Visa, brought fintechs, merchants, developers and regulators into one room with one agenda, digitising payments on Africa's terms. This year, the spotlight fell on the SMMEs and women-led businesses whose futures are being shaped by payment digitisation, and on the mobile-first, digital-first agenda driving that change across the continent. We get it: When the right people align around the right agenda, doors open and economies move. Thank you to all involved in shaping the next wave of payment modernisation. #YourStoryMatters #BusinessBanking #WeGetIt #AbsaPaymentsSummit

Recently, our CIB team hosted a special evening in Cape Town to celebrate Eliud Kipchoge after the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon. As he begins his Running World Tour, we are reminded that enduring success is built on a foundation of intention, resilience and humility. At Absa, we are proud to celebrate those who choose purpose over pace. Congratulations again to Eliud and our CIB colleagues for a truly inspiring event. #WeSeeYourStory because #YourStoryMatters

Absa Home Loans is fostering the collaboration between public and private property sectors that is essential for unlocking investment, accelerating development and building the homes and communities our country needs. At the recently held #ResideSummit2026, Absa Home Loans proudly participated as Diamond Sponsor of South Africa's only multisector residential investment and development conference, bringing together the full residential value chain, including government agencies, financiers and investors as well as developers, architects, construction professionals and social impact leaders. The 4th Annual Reside Summit was held on 20 and 21 May at the Sandton Convention Centre, and over two days, delivered high-impact panel discussions, an exclusive Investors Breakfast with The Presidency, an Expo showcasing the latest in residential technology and sustainable materials, and a prestigious Awards Gala Dinner recognising excellence across the sector. This is another platform reflecting our commitment to the conversations that shape the future of property in South Africa, and we look forward to continuing to play our part in driving this country’s property sector story forward. Miyelani Maluleke #WeSeeYourStory because #YourStoryMatters #Reside2026 #AbsaHomeLoans #AbsaInvestorBreakfast

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Leon Barnard as Chief Executive: Business Banking across our Pan-African operations effective 1 June 2026 - a strategic step in strengthening one of our core growth engines. Business Banking sits at the heart of economic participation across the continent, supporting entrepreneurs, SMEs and commercial clients. This appointment reflects our continued focus on building integrated, scalable and customer-centred platforms that deepen relationships and drive long-term value. Leon brings deep experience across business and commercial banking, with a proven track record of delivering growth through customer-led propositions, product innovation and strong execution across multiple African markets. His leadership will be instrumental as we accelerate the relevance and competitiveness of our Business Banking franchise. As we continue to build a leadership team that combines depth of experience with the ability to execute at pace, this appointment reinforces our ambition to deliver meaningful impact for our clients and drive sustainable growth across Africa. Read our press release for more information: https://lnkd.in/dRRQPUwu

Partnerships remain one of the most powerful drivers of growth in South Africa’s automotive sector. Absa proudly celebrated the 37th Absa Golden Partner Awards, recognising the resilience, performance and commitment of our dealer partners who continue to shape the future of mobility and economic progress across the country. These awards represent more than business success. They reflect enduring partnerships built on trust, innovation and shared ambition. Congratulations to all our winners for setting the benchmark for excellence across the industry. Thank you to all our partners for continuing to grow, innovate and move South Africa forward with us. #AbsaGoldenPartnerAwards #DealerExcellence #BusinessPartnership Charl Potgieter Faisal Mkhize Christine Wu Henry Botha Geoffrey Lee Daniel Munslow, CPRP

Absa Group has been recognised with a 2026 FICO® Decision Award for advancing fraud prevention and debt collection through innovative customer communication solutions. By leveraging WhatsApp-enabled fraud confirmations and customer engagement technology powered by FICO, Absa achieved a 47% improvement in digital and card fraud self-solve cases, helping prevent significantly more fraud incidents. The bank also improved fraud investigation communication with customers by 121%, enhancing customer experience during critical moments. In collections, Absa more than doubled customer promises to pay since adding WhatsApp channel to its communications strategy and steadily increased collections payments, with year-on-year growth more than doubling. Absa continues to invest in smarter, faster and more personalised solutions that strengthen customer protection and support. This recognition reflects our commitment to innovation, trust and delivering customer-centric banking experiences across the continent. Congratulations to all the teams who made this achievement possible. #WeSeeYourStory #YourStoryMatters Ally Mafunzwaini Moremi Mabe Sitoyo Lopokoiyit C.B.S Christine Wu Nick Nkosi Geoffrey Lee Thato Matolong Tshipi Alexander Subash Sharma Caroline King Nondumiso Ncapai

Absa Home Loans proudly convened the property industry at the Reside Summit 2026 Investor Breakfast, providing a platform for government, property investors, developers and financiers to drive conversations that systemically shape our industry in a meaningful way. Speaking to the progress of South Africa's reform agenda, Sikhulekile (Khule) Duma unpacked Operation Vulindlela and its role in reshaping the country's economic and infrastructure landscape. The session underscored the growing importance of stronger collaboration between government and business in unlocking investment confidence, accelerating development and supporting the long-term growth of the country's major metros. Zintle Oyiya #Reside2026 #AbsaHomeLoans #AbsaInvestorBreakfast

As part of a revitalized strategic ambition to grow its physical footprint and bring essential banking services closer to communities, Absa has launched a brand-new branch in Lenasia, southwest of the Johannesburg CBD on Monday, 18 May 2026 at Lenz Quarter, a new lifestyle shopping centre. The launch of the branch is the third in the Gauteng South region since the start of 2026, and augments Absa’s current point of presence at the Trade Route Mall in Lenasia. Charlotte Modise, Provincial Executive for Gauteng South, Integrated Channels at Absa’s Personal and Private Banking business said, “Growth in customer demand for Absa’s banking services in the area is a factor underpinning the decision to expand while the bank has also recognised opportunities to further service residents and business owners in amongst others, the township economy.” Modise said the new branch would offer a hybrid banking service – a full suite of traditional banking services as well as facilities to provide assisted digital banking support. “Relationship is at the core of our brand positioning ‘Your Story Matters’ and we are excited to be deepening our ties with the community of Lenasia. Our Purpose of Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together, one story at a time begins by taking banking to every corner of our nation and our continent.” #YourStoryMatters