Absa modernises branch and ATM network for accessibility
The bank invests in self-service channels, advisory-led branches, and agency banking to enhance customer access while maintaining cash services.
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Pan-African banking and financial services group
absa.co.za- Headquarters
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Founded year
- 2018
- Company type
- Public company
- Number of employees
- 40,000+
- Industry
- Banks
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Latest news about Absa Group (Absa)
In short: Absa delivered 12% H1 2026 earnings growth to R12.8bn, won the GEPF custody mandate, and accelerated digital and Africa expansion.
Company announcements
Absa launches new partnership with AgriCo at NAMPO 2026
The collaboration aims to empower African agriculture by providing agribusinesses with practical solutions for better water, energy use and durable equipment.
Absa appointed master custodian to GEPF
Absa secures this major mandate for Africa's largest pension fund, managing R3.5 trillion in assets through enhanced institutional servicing capabilities.
Absa delivers 12% headline earnings growth in H1 2026
Driven by digital adoption and customer engagement. Improved margins, balance sheet growth, and lower credit impairments supported stronger returns across African markets.
Media coverage
Absa announces board changes: Absa Group stock gains 1.28 percent
Absa board changes date October 8, 2026. Absa Group stock costs EUR 11.85 on October 20, 2026, up 1.28 percent versus the ...
Mudavadi and Timamy-linked investors move to reclaim Absa's Kenyan insurance businesses for Sh3bn
Investors linked to Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and Lamu Governor Issa Timamy have agreed to pay Sh3 billion to acquire majority stakes in two...
Absa Group (OTCMKTS:AGRPY) Shares Gap Down – Time to Sell? - Markets Daily
Absa Group Limited (OTCMKTS:AGRPY – Get Free Report) shares gapped down prior to trading on Wednesday . The stock had previously closed at $28.8985, but...
South African Bank Set to Rival Access, UBA, Zenith other Banks in Nigeria
Absa Group is considering converting its Nigerian representative office into a merchant bank as it seeks to expand its ...
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