About
Sterling Bank, established in 1980, is a leading Nigerian commercial bank with over $1.2 billion in assets. It operates through 180+ branches, employs over 2,500 staff, and serves over 3 million customers.
Project Focus
The project with Shell Foundation aims to pilot a multi-year partnership with Sterling Bank, with over $1.2 billion in total assets. The partnership will provide a guarantee to unlock millions in more affordable (interest <20%) local currency working capital for clean energy suppliers to support micro-entrepreneurs.
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West Africa
Ghana’s EV Revolution Is Largely Held Back By Lack of Charging Infrastructure
22nd May 2026
Southeast Asia
Cross-sector collaboration needed to tackle social impact: panel
Crises present opportunities for philanthropy to step up and fill the gaps, panellists add
19th May 2026