Stanbic IBTC has a strong commitment to financing large-scale real estate projects and providing innovative solutions across diverse sectors. Over the review period, the bank structured three medium-term loans totalling US$155 million, showcasing its dedication to supporting substantial real estate developments. In addition, it facilitated a US$1 million development loan, demonstrating its commitment to a broad range of real estate needs, from large projects to smaller, sector-specific developments.

Grit Real Estate Income Group’s diverse portfolio, high occupancy, multinational tenants and strong financial discipline drive its growth. Sustainability and gender equality initiatives, alongside strategic asset management, position the company to become a market leader in the region.

Stanbic Kenya Bank Limited has innovative financial solutions and commitment to supporting the country's real estate sector. One of Stanbic’s offerings is its structured term and development facilities, designed to provide real estate developers with the flexibility needed for rapid project execution. These facilities enable more efficient expansion and completion of real estate developments. In addition, Stanbic’s dual currency facility structures help clients manage currency volatility and rental risks, offering financial stability in a fluctuating economic environment.

Standard Bank offers different options of financing solutions, broad sector coverage and strong commitment to sustainability. Its real estate finance (REF SA) loan book grew by 10% to $5 billion in December 2023, from $4.6 billion in December 2022. The bank completed $1.9 billion in transactional activities over the year, with 57% allocated to refinancing and 43% to new business, showcasing its balance between nurturing existing relationships and pursuing growth opportunities.

Standard Bank’s exceptional performance in financing, client engagement, and innovative solutions across the continent’s real estate sector earns it the award for Africa’s best bank for real estate. The bank also showcased strong growth in new facilities and in refinances which enables them to maintain the market leader role in the region.

Broll Property Group’s award as Africa’s best real estate agency reflects its strong performance across multiple sectors and its commitment to sustainability and innovation in an evolving market.

Grit Real Estate Income Group is a pan-African real-estate company with a portfolio of assets across the region.

Standard Bank Group (SBG), Africa’s largest bank, completed real estate transactions in many countries during the review period. It extended 20 new facilities totalling $249.05 million to both existing and new clients, and 13 refinancings totalling $408.8 million to existing clients.