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ZamZam Bank Blazes Past 1B Br Profit, Sets Sights on Africa Lead

Jul 27 , 2025


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ZamZam Bank wrapped up its 2024/25 performance review with a headline-grabbing 764pc leap in pre-tax profits, reaching 1.3 billion Br. Total revenues topped 2.2 billion Br, while earnings per share climbed by 43pc. Assets grew to 16.6 billion Br, backed by a deposit base that hit 12 billion Br. The fully Sharia-compliant bank is also making strides internationally, securing 64.4 million dollars in foreign currency and pushing its branch count past 100. Its digital microfinance arm, Ansar Digital Financing, channelled over 115 million Br to women-led MSMEs. Board Chairperson Nasir Dino (PhD) reiterated ZamZam’s long-game target, becoming Africa’s top Sharia-compliant bank by 2030. High-performing staff, districts, and branches walked away with awards and bonuses, in a show of appreciation that


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