Banjul, The Gambia, July 2026 – Access Bank Gambia has been named Euromoney’s Best Bank in The Gambia for 2026, securing the award for the third consecutive year following its wins in 2024 and 2025. This achievement reinforces the Bank’s position as a leading financial institution committed to driving financial inclusion, digital innovation, sustainable development, and customer-focused banking across The Gambia.
The Euromoney Awards for Excellence are the banking industry’s established international awards, recognizing institutions for performance, innovation, leadership, and impact within their markets. Access Bank Gambia’s three consecutive wins provide independent recognition of the progress the Bank has made in delivering value to customers and supporting economic activity in The Gambia.
Commenting on the achievement, Stephen Abban, Managing Director of Access Bank Gambia, said:
“Being recognized as Euromoney’s Best Bank in The Gambia for the third consecutive year is a significant milestone for us. It reflects the trust of our customers, the support of our stakeholders, and the dedication of our employees who continue to bring our promise of more than banking to life. We are honoured by this recognition, but we also understand the responsibility it carries. We will continue to listen, improve and create sustainable value for individuals, businesses and communities across The Gambia.”
Over the past three years, Access Bank Gambia has strengthened its market leadership through strategic investments in digital banking, SME development, financial inclusion, and sustainability initiatives. These investments have supported broader access to financial services and strengthened the Bank’s ability to serve entrepreneurs, women-led businesses, youth-owned enterprises and underserved communities.
Euromoney’s 2026 assessment highlighted Access Bank Gambia’s contribution to financial inclusion, SME growth, digital banking and sustainability, including its support for entrepreneurs and the expansion of digital transaction platforms. The Bank continues to build on these areas through relevant financing solutions, digital payment services, capacity-building programmes and environmental and social initiatives.
As part of its long-term growth strategy, Access Bank Gambia remains focused on leveraging technology, strategic partnerships, and customer-led innovation to deepen financial inclusion and deliver seamless banking experiences. The Bank will continue to invest in secure, convenient and accessible solutions that support customers and contribute to The Gambia’s socio-economic development.
This latest award strengthens Access Bank Gambia’s reputation as a trusted financial partner and reinforces the wider Access Bank Group’s ambition of becoming Africa’s most respected banking institution.
Access Bank Gambia dedicates this recognition to its customers, employees, regulators, shareholders, partners and the Gambian public, whose confidence and support continue to make its progress possible.
The Bank remains committed to earning that trust every day by helping customers grow, expanding access to financial services and creating lasting value across The Gambia.
About Access Bank Gambia
Access Bank Gambia, a subsidiary of Access Bank Plc, commenced operations in The Gambia in October 2006 and operates through a growing network of branches and digital channels. The Bank provides a comprehensive range of banking services to retail, corporate, commercial, and public sector customers, with a strong focus on innovation, financial inclusion, and sustainable growth.