ISLAMIC BANK OF GUINEA RECOGNISED WITH TWO PRESTIGIOUS TITLES AT THE GLOBAL BRAND AWARDS 2026

LONDON, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Islamic Bank of Guinea (Banque Islamique de Guinée – BIG) has been recognised with two distinguished honours at the Global Brand Awards 2026, organised by Global Brands Magazine (GBM).

The bank received the following awards:

• Best CSR Islamic Bank – Guinea
• Excellence in Islamic Financial Solutions – Guinea

The Global Brand Awards recognise organisations that demonstrate sustained excellence, innovation and measurable impact within their industries. BIG was recognised for its commitment to delivering Sharia-compliant financial solutions while creating a positive impact beyond banking. Through its focus on financial inclusion, responsible governance and community development, the bank continues to support individuals, businesses and local communities while contributing to Guinea's long-term economic and social progress.

Commenting on the recognition, Jay Reddy, CEO of Global Brands Magazine, said:

"Islamic Bank of Guinea has distinguished itself through a disciplined approach to Islamic finance, combining responsible financial solutions with a clear commitment to social and economic development. These recognitions reflect the bank's consistency in serving the Guinean market while remaining aligned with the principles that underpin Islamic banking."

Responding to the award, Mamadou Lamrana BARRY, Chief Executive Officer, Islamic Bank of Guinea, said:

"We are deeply honored to receive these prestigious awards from Global Brands Magazine. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team, as well as the trust placed in us by our valued clients and partners. We remain steadfast in our commitment to delivering ethical, innovative, and value-driven Islamic financial solutions that foster sustainable economic growth and financial inclusion across Guinea and Africa." In addition, this distinction is the result of rigorous and pragmatic governance that has placed the customer, staff, compliance and digital solutions at the heart of our operational and strategic processes.

ABOUT ISLAMIC BANK OF GUINEA

Founded in 1983, Banque Islamique de Guinée (BIG) is the first historic private bank in the Republic of Guinea. Fully owned by AGIR (Agence d'Investissement Régional), the bank provides Sharia-compliant banking services and Islamic financing solutions designed to support the country's economic development. Serving sectors including trade, construction and agriculture, BIG combines responsible banking practices with personalised financial services, while remaining committed to financial inclusion and sustainable growth across Guinea

ABOUT GLOBAL BRANDS MAGAZINE

Global Brands Magazine (GBM) is a UK-based publication providing independent insights and analysis of the brands, businesses and leaders shaping markets worldwide. Its editorial coverage spans a broad spectrum of industries, examining innovation, leadership, customer experience and the developments influencing business across international markets. GBM also organises its annual Global Brand Awards programme, recognising organisations for their achievements and contributions across diverse sectors.

ABOUT THE GLOBAL BRAND AWARDS

The Global Brand Awards, organised by Global Brands Magazine (GBM), recognise outstanding organisations across a wide range of industries and international markets. Winners are selected through GBM's research and evaluation process, which considers performance, innovation, customer experience and consistency within their respective fields.

The 14th Global Brand Awards ceremony took place at Address Sky View, Dubai, on 2 October 2026. Among the prominent organisations represented were Emirates NBD, ADNOC Distribution, Saudi Global Ports, HP Computing and Printing Middle East and Sobha Realty, alongside businesses from other international markets.

Further information is available on the Global Brand Awards winners page. Organisations interested in future editions can submit nominations through Global Brand Awards nomination form.