Jordan Ahli Bank Named ‘SME Financier of the Year 2025 Middle East and North Africa’
Jordan Ahli Bank has achieved yet another milestone in its pioneering journey, earning the title of ‘SME Financier of the Year 2025 Middle East and North Africa’. The recognition was presented by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) as part of the Global SME Finance Awards, held along the sidelines of the Global SME Finance Forum in Johannesburg, South Africa. Organized by the IFC and the Global Finance & Technology Network, the forum took place from 15th to the 17th of September 2025.
The Head of SME Banking, Mr. Ammar Alsaid, proudly received the award on behalf of the bank during the official ceremony on the 15th of September, in the presence of leading representatives of international financial institutions, public and private sector entities and global finance experts.
Jordan Ahli Bank was the sole recipient of this award in the MENA region for 2025, following a highly competitive process that subjected participating banks and financial institutions to rigorous and transparent evaluations conducted by specialized international judging panels. This prestigious accolade recognizes the bank’s sustained efforts to support the SME sector through innovative financing and advisory solutions that drive economic growth and create employment opportunities, in alignment with sustainable development strategies in Jordan and across the region.
Jordan Ahli Bank CEO/General Manager, Dr. Ahmad Al-Hussein, expressed pride in this achievement, stating, “Securing this award is a tribute to every customer and partner who believed in our mission and our steadfast role in driving business growth, sustainability and meaningful contribution to the national economy. It further consolidates our distinguished standing as a champion of SME-focused finance on both the local and regional fronts. This milestone reinforces our ongoing commitment to supporting national and global initiatives that empower the SME sector, which remains a cornerstone of our vision and strategic plan to build a prosperous, sustainable society and economy for generations to come.”
Notably, Jordan Ahli Bank was one of the pioneers in the Kingdom to establish a dedicated SME Banking Department. Since then, the bank has consistently expanded its portfolio of specialized innovative products, services, e-banking and advisory activities, while investing in the development of expert human capital to deliver cutting-edge banking solutions tailored to the needs of this vital sector.
Recently, the bank introduced its Green Business Package and the ‘Anty’ Women in Business Program, in addition to launching the Kingdom’s first locally issued Sustainability Bond in cooperation with the IFC. These initiatives reaffirm Jordan Ahli Bank’s ongoing commitment to forging strategic innovative solutions and partnerships that create long-term value for its customers, shareholders and stakeholders.
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is a member of the World Bank Group, which is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. Drawing on over 60 years of expertise, IFC transforms ideas into investments for green growth, inclusive jobs and impactful projects.
The Head of SME Banking, Mr. Ammar Alsaid, proudly received the award on behalf of the bank during the official ceremony on the 15th of September, in the presence of leading representatives of international financial institutions, public and private sector entities and global finance experts.
Jordan Ahli Bank was the sole recipient of this award in the MENA region for 2025, following a highly competitive process that subjected participating banks and financial institutions to rigorous and transparent evaluations conducted by specialized international judging panels. This prestigious accolade recognizes the bank’s sustained efforts to support the SME sector through innovative financing and advisory solutions that drive economic growth and create employment opportunities, in alignment with sustainable development strategies in Jordan and across the region.
Jordan Ahli Bank CEO/General Manager, Dr. Ahmad Al-Hussein, expressed pride in this achievement, stating, “Securing this award is a tribute to every customer and partner who believed in our mission and our steadfast role in driving business growth, sustainability and meaningful contribution to the national economy. It further consolidates our distinguished standing as a champion of SME-focused finance on both the local and regional fronts. This milestone reinforces our ongoing commitment to supporting national and global initiatives that empower the SME sector, which remains a cornerstone of our vision and strategic plan to build a prosperous, sustainable society and economy for generations to come.”
Notably, Jordan Ahli Bank was one of the pioneers in the Kingdom to establish a dedicated SME Banking Department. Since then, the bank has consistently expanded its portfolio of specialized innovative products, services, e-banking and advisory activities, while investing in the development of expert human capital to deliver cutting-edge banking solutions tailored to the needs of this vital sector.
Recently, the bank introduced its Green Business Package and the ‘Anty’ Women in Business Program, in addition to launching the Kingdom’s first locally issued Sustainability Bond in cooperation with the IFC. These initiatives reaffirm Jordan Ahli Bank’s ongoing commitment to forging strategic innovative solutions and partnerships that create long-term value for its customers, shareholders and stakeholders.
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is a member of the World Bank Group, which is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. Drawing on over 60 years of expertise, IFC transforms ideas into investments for green growth, inclusive jobs and impactful projects.
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