Absa Mauritius wins Global Finance’s Best Investment Bank Award for 2025

Exceptional performance, market share, deal-making capabilities, innovation, and advisory services

Absa Mauritius announced that it has been named the Best Investment Bank in Mauritius for 2025 by Global Finance in its prestigious 26th annual World’s Best Investment Banks awards.

This accolade recognises Absa Mauritius for its exceptional performance, market share, deal-making capabilities, innovation, and advisory services, which have set a high standard in the global investment banking industry. Absa’s remarkable achievements, including the following notable milestones, played a significant role in securing this prestigious title:
• The IPO of a major player in the telecoms sector on the Stock Exchange of Mauritius in 2024, which demonstrates our dedication to driving meaningful collaboration. As Lead Transaction Advisor, we successfully navigated the complexities of the listing, reinforcing our position as a trusted capital markets partner.
• Acting as the sole Corporate Finance Advisor to a client in the real estate sector, where we successfully assisted in raising over MUR 3bn through a notes issuance in the local capital markets. This transaction represents one of the largest local currency capital raises ever in Mauritius, marking a significant milestone for both Absa and the real estate sector.

Aslam Taher, Head of Wholesale Banking; Corporate and Investment Banking at Absa Mauritius, commented,

“This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team and the unwavering support of our clients. Despite the challenges posed by the current economic landscape, we have continued to innovate and excel in providing world-class investment banking services. We are truly honored to be recognized as the Best Investment Bank in Mauritius, and we remain committed to driving growth and delivering value to our stakeholders.”

Vincent Chui, Head of Investment Banking; Corporate and Investment Banking at Absa Mauritius added,

“Being named the Best Investment Bank by Global Finance reflects the strength of our offering and our deep expertise across diverse industries. Our focus on delivering tailored solutions, coupled with a strategic approach to M&A and advisory services, positions us as a trusted partner to our clients. This recognition underscores our commitment to excellence, and we look forward to continuing to lead the way in investment banking.”

Absa Mauritius continues to lead the way in delivering innovative investment banking solutions, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to excellence and growth. This recognition is a testament to the bank’s deep expertise, clientcentric approach, and its ability to navigate an ever-evolving market landscape, positioning it as a trusted partner for businesses and investors in Mauritius and across the African continent.