
FNB Namibia has been recognised on the global stage, securing the title of Best International Private Bank at the 2025 Euromoney Private Banking Awards – marking the third consecutive year the bank has received this prestigious honour.
The accolade forms part of Euromoney’s annual Private Banking Awards, now in their 20th year, and is regarded as one of the most definitive and respected benchmarks of excellence within the international banking industry.
The awards acknowledge outstanding performance across key categories, including services for high and ultra-high-net-worth clients, discretionary portfolio management, digital innovation, sustainability, and succession planning.
In addition to the Namibian honour, FNB also received significant regional recognition, being named Africa’s Best Private Bank, Africa’s Best for Ultra High-Net-Worth Clients, and Africa’s Best for Succession Planning.
Elize Smith, Segment Head of Private Clients & Private Wealth at FNB Namibia, described the win as a reflection of the bank’s continued drive for excellence.
“We are honoured to be recognised as the Best Private Bank at the 2025 Euromoney Awards. This prestigious accolade is a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional wealth management solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients,” she said.
“It reflects our team’s dedication, expertise, and innovation, who continuously strive to provide world-class financial services.”
Smith attributed the achievement to the trust and loyalty of the bank’s clientele.
“We sincerely thank our valued clients for their trust and partnership, and we remain committed to setting new benchmarks in private banking,” she added.
Euromoney’s Private Banking Awards are among the highest distinctions in the banking sector, with winners selected based on a range of qualitative and quantitative factors, including client service, financial performance, and innovation in product and service delivery.