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Bank of the Year
Who should enter?
This category is open to banks at global, regional or national levels.
Criteria
In addition to stable growth and performance banks should demonstrate how their banking structure and strategy will equip them for future developments in their market. Organisations are asked to demonstrate how the have made provision of finance to respond to the needs of SMEs and those seeking Micro finance.
Judges will look for:
• Stable and sustainable growth and performance
• Plans for future development
• Provision of finance for those traditionally excluded from the formal sector
• Advice and expertise passed onto small scale business to promote development
• Facilities and services for small business
• Access to finance in rural areas
