Standard Bank of South Africa has been named as the ‘Most Innovative Investment Bank from Africa’ by The Banker magazine. The bank has been recognised not only for its deep sector expertise, renowned skill and long-held relationships across the continent, but for the innovative and customised manner in which the bank assists its clients, in an often challenging and complex financial and regulatory cross-border environment in Africa, and beyond. The bank’s investment banking franchise played a pivotal role in a series of landmark deals across the African continent, from a variety of key sectors, such as Mining & Metals, Oil & Gas, and Power & Infrastructure. Each deal stands out as an example of innovation, benefiting both clients and investors.