Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait – Egypt Receives Three Prestigious awards from International Business Magazine for 2026

Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait – Egypt (ABK-Egypt) achieved another significant milestone, receiving three prestigious awards from International Business Magazine for 2026. These awards came as a tribute to the Bank’s excellence across both retail and corporate banking and reinforce its position as one of Egypt’s prominent financial institutions.

In recognition of his exceptional leadership, Mr. Khaled El Salawy, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of ABK-Egypt, was awarded “Best Visionary Banking Leader 2026”. A recognition that attests his pivotal role in driving the Bank’s sustainable growth, fostering a culture of innovation, and elevating institutional performance in line with global banking best practices.

Alongside its CEO & MD recognition, ABK-Egypt was honored with the “Best Corporate Banking Services 2026” and “Best Retail Bank 2026” awards. This dual recognition reflects the Bank’s excellence in delivering customer-centric banking solutions tailored to the evolving needs of its corporate clients and retail customers. The awards further recognize the Bank’s commitment to introducing innovative products and services and strategic promotional campaigns that keep pace with the rapid changes in the financial ecosystem.

Commenting on this honorary recognition, Mr. Ali Marafi, Chairman of ABK-Egypt, expressed his gratitude, stating: “These recent awards showcase the Bank’s unwavering efforts in providing the best banking products and services, as well as its commitment to the highest standards of innovation and customer service. The Bank consistently strives to strengthen its position in the Egyptian banking sector and is firmly committed to the principles of governance, sustainability, and corporate social responsibility (CSR), based on our belief that success is not only measured by financial performance, but also by the positive and lasting impact we create in our community. I would like to thank the Bank’s executive management team for their effective guidance and leadership in directing us towards our strategic objectives and praise all staff members whose commitment has made our aspirations and ambitious plans achievable.”

From his side, Mr. Khaled El-Salawy, CEO and Managing Director of ABK-Egypt, stated: “Receiving this recognition highlights our constant pledge to performance excellence, and reflects our ongoing dedication to extending exceptional financial solutions that meet all our customers’ needs. We move forward with determination and optimism to further strengthen our solid financial position, preserve our achievements, and keep pace with the rapid changes taking place in the banking sector.”

As an acknowledgement to the driving force behind this recognition, Mr. Khaled El-Salawy also praised the diligent efforts of the entire team in achieving strong results across all key performance indicators and expanding the Bank’s customer base, which has contributed significantly to seizing the right business opportunities and strengthening the Bank’s position among prominent banks. He also emphasized that customer satisfaction is among the Bank’s top priorities, and that the Bank consistently works on improving its offerings to create added value for its customers and providing exceptional services that meet their daily needs with ultimate ease and security.

Over the past decade, ABK-Egypt has recorded exceptional growth across all key financial indicators, positioning itself among the fastest-growing banks in the Egyptian banking sector. This achievement has been driven by sustained business expansion, constant pursuit of operational efficiency, and a firm commitment to strong corporate governance in line with international banking standards.

As part of its ongoing growth strategy, ABK-Egypt continues to expand its nationwide presence through a network of 47 branches across 19 governorates, ensuring greater accessibility to its banking services. The Bank also remains dedicated to serving customers with disabilities, providing them with ease of access to all banking services, which reflects its profound commitment to delivering a secure, seamless, and inclusive banking experience for all segments of society, while continuously investing in digital transformation.