GCB Bank, Ghana's leading financial institution, has hosted a high-level delegation from the Bank of Uganda as part of efforts to strengthen knowledge exchange and deepen financial market development across Africa.
The engagement brought together members of GCB Bank's Wholesale & Investment Banking division, who provided insights into Ghana's financial market ecosystem, including the auctioning of government securities, participation by institutional and retail investors, and trade settlement processes. Discussions also examined broader issues shaping Africa's financial landscape, including market transparency, operational efficiency, risk management, and opportunities for stronger regional partnerships.
Speaking during the engagement, Abdulsalam Alhassan, Executive Director for Wholesale & Investment Banking at GCB Bank, highlighted the importance of collaboration and knowledge sharing among African institutions.
"Building stronger financial markets across Africa requires deliberate collaboration among institutions. By sharing expertise and practical experiences, we can develop more efficient financial systems that support businesses, attract investment and contribute to sustainable economic growth," he said.
The GCB Bank team shared practical experience from Ghana's treasury and capital markets, covering areas such as fixed income trading, foreign exchange operations, treasury settlement systems, auction execution, and reconciliation processes.
The official working visit provided a platform for the two institutions to exchange practical insights on treasury operations, government securities trading, and the development of efficient and transparent financial markets. The engagement also strengthened institutional ties among GCB Bank, the Bank of Uganda, and the Bank of Ghana, underscoring the growing importance of cross-border cooperation and knowledge sharing in building resilient, integrated financial markets across Africa.
As Ghana's leading financial institution, GCB Bank continues to support initiatives that promote financial market development, innovation, and stronger partnerships contributing to Africa's broader economic transformation.