Our Stories

Our Voices

We are excited to introduce Absa Voices. This is where we share the views and perspectives of colleagues, subject matter experts from business and stakeholders on a variety of interesting topics.

scroll for more

2023

Zero Emissions Day – let’s walk our talk together

A note from Punki Modise, Group Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer, to all Absa employees Today marks Zero Emissions Day, a global celebration dedicated to raising awareness about the impact...

Read article

2023

Absa Implements one of the Largest B-BBEE Transactions

What it means for Absa, beyond B-BBEE Author: Arrie Rautenbach, Absa Group CEO As a bank, we constantly strive to play our part unlocking the significant economic potential of the...

Read article

2023

Empowering women

We’re committed to continually driving positive societal change by investing in women. As a purpose-driven organisation, we’re committed to being an active force for good in everything that we do....

Read article

2023

Perfect storm for sustainable growth

South Africa’s perfect storm may provide the stretch we need to secure sustainable growth. As the cold weather descends, it’s tempting to get sucked into a downward spiral of negativity...

Read article

2023

Addressing Youth Unemployment

Unlocking Potential: Addressing Youth Unemployment in South Africa By Makano Morojele South Africa stands at a critical juncture in its pursuit of sustainable and inclusive economic growth. One of the...

Read article

2022

Collaborative Solutions for Education and Employment Access

By Dr Reaan Immelman, Head: Education Delivery  According to Stats SA, 63.4% of South Africa’s unemployed people are between the ages of 15 and 34, and more than half of South...

Read article

2022

Supporting Resilient Food Systems In The Face Of Growing Food Insecurity

By Babongile Mandela: Absa, Senior Manager - Strategic Initiatives, Corporate Citizenship and Natalia Olszewska-van der Merwe: Absa, Senior Manager - Corporate Citizenship According to the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), more...

Read article

2022

Old Rules No Good For Regulating New Cryptocurrencies, Global Experts Agree

By Simi Siwisa, Head of Absa Group Public Policy Digital currencies have been around for a decade, yet the regulatory systems governing them are fragmented, ineffective, and in some countries,...

Read article

2022

Four Things SMEs Need To Know About COVID Cyber Risks

By Sandro Bucchianeri; Absa Group Chief Security Officer The global COVID-19 storm has transformed the way the world conducts business and, more specifically, what can be accomplished digitally. And while...

Read article

2022

How Absa Is Using Tech To Drive Growth In Africa’s Agriculture Marketplace

Tshepo Maeko, Vice President and Head of Agri-Sales: Absa Regional Operations There are few things more traditional and widespread than agriculture in Africa. While the continent holds around 60% of...

Read article