Keystone Bank Limited’s dedication to women’s empowerment and financial inclusion has been recognized on a grand stage, as we received the Best Bank in CSR Initiatives for Women Empowerment at the prestigious Africa Bank 4.0 Awards 2025 in Accra, Ghana.
The award, which celebrates excellence in the African banking sector, recognizes institutions that drive innovation, sustainability, and financial empowerment. Keystone Bank stood out for our impactful programs that provide women with access to finance, business mentorship, financial literacy training, and entrepreneurship support.
Receiving the award on behalf of Keystone Bank, Ms. Blessing Ayorinde, Head of Community Engagement and Sponsorship, spoke passionately about the bank’s vision for women’s empowerment:
“ We believe that empowering women is not just a social responsibility, it is an economic imperative. Our initiatives are designed to break barriers, unlock opportunities, and create sustainable impact for women entrepreneurs, professionals, and grassroots businesses.”
Izore Lami Bamawo, Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications at Keystone Bank, reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to women’s empowerment while commenting on the award.
“We are deeply honoured to receive this prestigious award, which reaffirms our steadfast commitment to empowering women through impactful CSR initiatives. We believe that when women thrive, economies flourish, and communities prosper… We remain committed to expanding our efforts to support more women in achieving financial independence and business success.”
Keystone Bank’s women-focused initiatives include:
- Access to low-interest business loans for female entrepreneurs
- Financial literacy and skills development workshops
- Business mentorship programs to connect women with industry experts
- Market expansion support to help female-led businesses grow beyond local borders
The recognition at the Africa Bank 4.0 Awards serves as further motivation for Keystone Bank to expand our women empowerment programs, ensuring that more women across Africa gain financial independence and sustainable livelihoods.