Al Baraka Group banking units win over 10 IFN awards for outstanding services
Al Baraka Bank Egypt was recognized as the Best Islamic Retail Bank and Best Digital Offering in Egypt. Al Baraka Bank South Africa received the awards of Best Islamic Bank in South Africa and Best Islamic Corporate & Retail Bank. Al Baraka Bank Tunisia was honored as the Best Islamic Bank in Tunisia, Best Islamic Corporate & Retail Bank, in addition to being recognized for Most Innovative Offering and Best Digital Offering. Furthermore, Jordan Islamic Bank was awarded as the Best Islamic Bank in Jordan, Best Islamic Investment & Retail Bank, and Most Innovative Islamic Bank in Jordan.
This achievement reflects Al Baraka Group's commitment to providing world-class Sharia-compliant financial solutions. Winning these prestigious awards in a single year further strengthens the Group's position in the Islamic banking sector and highlights the trust of its customers and stakeholders, as the winners are selected through an extensive industry-wide voting process.
Mr. Houssem Ben Haj Amor, Board Member and Group CEO of Al Baraka Group, stated:'This achievement aligns with our ongoing mission to provide ethical, customer-centric financial services that adhere to Sharia principles. Through our banking units, we continue to innovate and enhance digital offerings to promote financial inclusion, support economic growth, and uphold the highest standards of Islamic banking. As we celebrate this recognition, we extend our sincere gratitude to our banking units, customers, employees, and partners, reaffirming our commitment to excellence'.
The IFN Awards are among the most prestigious in the global Islamic finance industry, recognizing institutions that demonstrate outstanding performance and make a tangible impact in their markets. Winners are selected through an industry-wide voting process, reflecting the confidence and trust of customers and stakeholders in the awarded banks.'
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