Access Bank Botswana MD appointed Chairperson of Bankers’ Association

Access Bank Botswana is pleased to announce that their Managing Director, Mr. Aisam, has been appointed as the new Chairperson of the Bankers’ 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 BAB’s 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 Association’s 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 Bank’s ethos of ‘People, Profit and Planet’—a guiding principle that emphasises stakeholder engagement, ethical profitability, and sustainable development.

Speaking on his appointment, Mr Aisam said, “I am honoured to assume the role of Chairperson for the Bankers’ Association of Botswana. The banking sector is at the heart of Botswana’s 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.”

Under Mr. Aisam’s 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 Botswana’s 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 government’s drive towards a cashless economy.
The Bankers’ 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 Botswana’s banking landscape, deepening financial literacy and promoting good governance in the sector.