Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC has received recognition in the Climate Finance category at the WSBI-ESBG SDG Awards in Bangkok, Thailand.
The awards ceremony took place alongside the 2026 IMF Annual Meetings.
The Bank was honoured for its investment in water projects across four locations in Ghana, reflecting its contribution to Sustainable Development Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation).
The projects, delivered through the Bank’s Power to Make a Difference (PMAD) initiative, include mechanised borehole systems at Adidome Senior High School and Taviefe Senior High School in the Volta Region, as well as in Pwalugu in the Upper East Region and Dingoni in the Northern Region.
These solar- and electricity-powered facilities provide reliable access to clean water for students, staff and surrounding underserved communities.
By addressing a basic need, the interventions support improved health, education and livelihoods while strengthening local resilience.
Managing Director Dr. Benjamin Dzoboku received the award on behalf of the Bank.
The recognition underscores the link between water security and climate resilience.
As shifting rainfall patterns and growing water scarcity increase pressure on communities, dependable water infrastructure becomes ever more critical.
Republic Bank’s projects demonstrate how financial institutions can deliver practical, locally relevant solutions that advance broader sustainability objectives.
Commenting on the award, Dr. Dzoboku said, “For us, climate finance must translate into practical benefits for people: a student who can access clean water at school, a family with a dependable water source, and a community better equipped to face environmental challenges. This award affirms our belief that banking should help secure a more sustainable future. We are proud to receive it on behalf of our staff, customers, partners and the communities whose lives these projects touch.”
Republic Bank places environmental, social and governance considerations at the centre of its approach to responsible growth.
Its sustainability priorities link environmental stewardship with social inclusion, recognising that long-term economic progress depends on healthy communities, resilient businesses and the responsible use of natural resources.
The Bank’s community investments focus on four Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3), Quality Education (SDG 4), Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6), and Climate Action (SDG 13). Through these priorities, the Bank aims to deliver lasting value beyond financial services and make sustainability tangible in the communities it serves.
This local commitment is reinforced by the broader ambition of its parent company, Republic Financial Holdings Limited (RFHL).
In September 2026, the Group announced an expanded sustainable finance commitment of US$750 million by 2030 across the Caribbean and Ghana, supporting climate action, women-owned and women-led businesses, and agricultural enterprises.
For Republic Bank Ghana, the award provides further encouragement to deepen its contribution to sustainable development through purposeful investment and partnerships. The Bank remains committed to initiatives that protect essential resources, strengthen community resilience and create opportunities for future generations.
