FirstRand Eyes Ghana, Nigeria Growth as Lender Seeks Scale

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By Adelaide Changole

March 5, 2026 at 6:48 AM UTC

Updated on

March 5, 2026 at 9:50 AM UTC

FirstRand Ltd. is exploring opportunities in southern and western Africa as the continent’s biggest bank by market value looks to grow their contribution to earnings.

The Johannesburg-based firm is considering expanding its operations in Ghana and Nigeria as it seeks to become a top-three lender in the two key West African markets.