Access Bank Botswana is pleased to announce that their Managing Director, Mr. Aisam, has been appointed as the new Chairperson of the Bankersβ Association of Botswana (BAB). This appointment follows a smooth handover process from the outgoing Chair, Mr. Mpho Masupe the CEO of Standard Chartered Bank, reinforcing BABβs commitment to strong leadership in developing the collective banking sector.
Every two years, the BAB appoints a new Chairperson, with leadership rotating among member banks. Mr. Aisam takes over from the outgoing Chair in a seamless handover facilitated by the BAB Secretariat, led by Mr. Oabile Mabusa BAB CEO, ensuring continuity in the Associationβs leadership through engagement and collaboration.
With over two decades of financial services sector experience, Mr. Aisam brings to the role a wealth of exposure in African financial markets, years of transformational leadership at C-suite level, and exceptional growth and scale building capabilities. His tenure at Access Bank has been marked by a strong commitment to financial inclusion, digital transformation, and sustainable banking practices. His leadership philosophy aligns with Access Bankβs ethos of βPeople, Profit and Planetββa guiding principle that emphasises stakeholder engagement, ethical profitability, and sustainable development.
Speaking on his appointment, Mr Aisam said, βI am honoured to assume the role of Chairperson for the Bankersβ Association of Botswana. The banking sector is at the heart of Botswanaβs economic development, and I look forward to working collaboratively with my peers to drive industry growth, enhance financial stability, and promote progressive banking practices. My vision is to strengthen engagement with key stakeholders, advocate for policies that support economic resilience, and ensure that banking remains a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable development.β
Under Mr. Aisamβs leadership, BAB will focus on strengthening its engagement with key stakeholders, including the Bank of Botswana, various nodes of Government, corporates, and the public. The Association will continue its mission to promote sound and progressive banking practices, ensuring that Botswanaβs financial ecosystem remains robust and globally competitive. Furthermore, BAB will advocate for industry-wide initiatives by way of reinforcing sustainable banking practices and supporting the governmentβs drive towards a cashless economy.
The Bankersβ Association of Botswana remains focused on its mission to uphold professionalism, advocate for progressive practices, and promote financial inclusion. With Mr Aisam at the helm, the Association is poised to strengthen its role in shaping Botswanaβs banking landscape, deepening financial literacy and promoting good governance in the sector.