
The inaugural Africa Women in Banking and Finance Conference and Awards AWBFA, themed “Redefining Women’s Leadership in African Finance,” is set to take place on May 8, 2026, in Lagos. This event aims to recognize women shaping Africa’s financial ecosystem, bringing together over 200 participants, including senior banking executives, policymakers, innovators, regulators, and development finance professionals from various African countries. Schola Andem, Chief Executive Officer of Chlo Haven, stated the initiative will celebrate achievements and amplify the voices of women transforming financial services. Prince Dotun Akinwunmi, Managing Partner, noted the program will feature speakers, judges, and nominees from the global financial community, including representatives from the World Bank and the African Development Bank. Wassila Hamdi, Founder and President of Tunisian Women in Banking and Finance, explained the platform seeks to bridge gaps and strengthen collaboration among women professionals. The selection process followed international standards, with a global judging panel chaired by Joy Macknight, former editor of The Banker. Chando Erege, Chief Operating Officer of Chlo Haven, detailed that the 2026 awards will spotlight women in diverse categories, including Women CEO/MD, Women on Banking Boards, and Women in Central Banks, alongside editor’s awards for leadership impact and innovation. The awards also include categories like Branch Manager of the Year to recognize o
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