.png)
.png)
.png)
.png)
.png)
.png)
.png)
.png)
.png)
Top Employer for the fifth consecutive year.
We did this!
For the fifth year running, Absa has been recognised as a Top Employer by the globally respected Top Employers Institute. This milestone and recognition spans multiple Pan-African markets. Achieving the certification across all six markets underscores the effectiveness of Absa’s approach to people management within the financial services sector in Africa.
It speaks to a clearly articulated people strategy, consistently embedded across the Group. It is brought to life by leaders and colleagues who understand their role in shaping the employee experience every day. Across South Africa, Zambia, Kenya, Ghana, Botswana and Mauritius, this accreditation has been built through sustained focus and disciplined execution. It has been voiced through thousands of individual stories of growth, belonging, accountability and impact.
Across South Africa, Zambia, Kenya, Ghana, Botswana and Mauritius, this accreditation has been built through sustained focus and disciplined execution. It has been voiced through thousands of individual stories of growth, belonging, accountability and impact.
Absa is proud to be a home for Africa’s leading talent. Our recognition as a Top Employer is evidence of a peerless continent-wide culture. We nurture potential, recognise excellence and hero diverse perspectives that drive innovation.
From Mauritius achieving Top Employer certification for the first time, to being named the number one Top Employer in Ghana, our people demonstrate the depth of skill and dedication that make Absa a workplace of choice. Here, colleagues are empowered to grow, contribute meaningfully and shape the future of work across Africa.
What we've achieved
Being named a Top Employer for five consecutive years reflects consistency, intention and sustained investment in people. These are not one-off interventions. It signals a culture that is deliberately built and strengthened over time.
This year’s recognition builds on a strong track record and continues to elevate Absa’s employer brand across the continent.
5 Years of Top Employer recognition
From 2022 to 2026, Absa has been recognised as a Top Employer. This is a testament to our long-term commitment to our people and the environments in which they work.
This consistency matters. It reflects a culture shaped through clarity of strategy, leadership accountability and a disciplined focus on performance and development – year after year. This didn’t happen by chance.
Africa-wide Recognition
Absa’s Top Employer status spans six certified markets across the continent: South Africa, Zambia, Kenya, Ghana, Botswana and Mauritius. Notably, this includes Mauritius achieving Top Employer certification for the first time and being named the number one Top Employer in Ghana.
Across diverse geographies and teams, a shared people philosophy connects how we lead, support and enable our colleagues. We have created a consistent experience rooted in trust, inclusion and opportunity, wherever we operate.
Rising Top Employer Score
Progress is never static. Neither are we. Our Top Employer score has risen from 86.42% to 90.15%, reflecting measurable improvement across people practices. Across the Group, Absa achieved an overall score of 93.66%, up from 90.15% in 2025, well above the global benchmark of 85.9%.
All markets scored above 87%, with Absa Bank Botswana showing the largest year-on-year improvement at 5.53 percentage points. Ghana recorded the highest overall score at 97.38%, while Kenya and South Africa each improved by 4.94 points.
Absa Bank Zambia rose by more than 4 points, showcasing our relentless focus on people-first policies and processes.
The upward trajectory demonstrates a commitment to learning and evolving. It articulates how we hold ourselves to higher standards as expectations grow.
Across the Group, Absa achieved exceptional performance in the following areas:
- Business Strategy – 100%
- Leadership – 100%
- Performance – 100%
Absa outperformed both global and industry benchmarks, with particularly strong results in:
- Ethics & Integrity
- Work Environment
- Leadership
- Performance
- Business Strategy
- Offboarding (showing notable positive evolution over time)
These results reflect a people strategy that is both well-defined and consistently activated across the organisation.
What it means for our people
Behind every score and certification are real people. Each person has unique experiences, ambitions, challenges and successes.
At Absa, the Top Employer recognition lives in how our colleagues experience work every day.
People in action
Our culture is built through daily experiences and supported by leaders who understand their role in bringing our strategy to life. There is an unwavering belief in learning that enables growth, well-being that is actively supported and inclusion that is authentic. From career development and leadership programmes, to well-being initiatives and inclusive practices, we focus on creating the conditions where people feel supported to perform and grow with purpose.
The faces behind the milestone
The true measure of this achievement lives in the voices of our colleagues. Their stories of belonging, growth, accountability and impact bring our culture to life. Their stories highlight what it really means to work at Absa. Here, colleagues share what belonging means to them. They outline how support helped them grow. How their work made an impact. And how genuine well-being practices sustain them. These voices breathe life into what it means to be part of Absa.
Why this matters and what is next
This fifth consecutive Top Employer recognition is simultaneously a moment of pride and a call to action. It reminds us that building a great workplace is an ongoing effort. It is shaped by the people we serve and the future we are creating together. Culture is more than a milestone to reach – it is a daily commitment enshrined in our practices.
Jobs
Job opportunities
Visit our jobs portal to search and apply for available positions across Africa.
Jobs
Grad programmes, internships, bursaries
Step into your future with an organisation that understands the power of collaborative minds in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.