Fidelity Bank wins Excellence in SME Banking Award
FIDELITY Bank Ghana has won the Excellence in SME Banking Award at the prestigious Innovation and Excellence Awards 2025, held at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra.
The award, presented alongside the 18th Edition Connected Banking Summit – West Africa, recognised the bank’s groundbreaking efforts in driving financial inclusion, fostering innovation and empowering Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)—the backbone of Ghana’s economy.
In a release issued by the bank, it said the honour was driven by the bank’s comprehensive approach to supporting SMEs.
It said through the Fidelity Young Entrepreneurs Initiative (FYEI), the bank has empowered countless start-ups and existing businesses with competitive financing at a 10 per cent interest rate, coupled with mentorship, technical support and access to market programmes.
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“Over the past five years, FYEI has not only provided vital capital but has also facilitated knowledge-sharing forums and summits that bring together industry experts, entrepreneurs, and business executives to foster growth and resilience,” it said.
Commitment
Reflecting on the award and the bank’s journey, the Managing Director of Fidelity Bank Ghana, Julian Opuni, underscored the institution’s dedication to SME growth.
He said: “SMEs are the lifeblood of our economy, contributing over 70 per cent of Ghana’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and employing millions. At Fidelity Bank, we recognise that their success is our success.”
He said the award validated the bank’s relentless pursuit to provide not just financial solutions, but holistic support through strategic partnerships, capacity building and innovative platforms.
Mr Opuni further affirmed the bank’s commitment to creating and supporting sustainable businesses whose ripple effects—job creation, community development, and economic
resilience—will propel Ghana forward.
"This award is not an endpoint but a milestone. We will continue to innovate, collaborate, and invest in SMEs—because when they thrive, Ghana thrives,” he added.