The payment solutions platform of Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc, Zest, scored a brace at the recently-concluded 2025 MSME Finance and CEO Awards.
The MSME Finance and CEO Awards celebrate organizations and leaders driving meaningful progress in financial services, technology, and enterprise support across Africa.
At the event organised by the Africa Global Economic Forum, Zest was honoured as the MSME Fintech Payment Platform of the Year and its chief executive, Mr Stanley Jacob, emerged as the MSME Digital Finance CEO of the Year.
The first was in recognition of its innovation, reliability, and impact in driving seamless payments for businesses of every size across Nigeria and beyond, while the second was for Mr Jacob’s visionary leadership, strategic excellence, and commitment to advancing digital transformation in Africa’s financial ecosystem.
These recognitions reaffirm Zest’s unwavering dedication to excellence, payment innovation, and customer-focused solutions that empower entrepreneurs and MSMEs to thrive in an increasingly digital economy.
“This honour underscores the collective effort of our incredible team and partners who share our mission of redefining payments for MSMEs.
“At Zest, we remain committed to building inclusive, technology-driven solutions that simplify business growth and strengthen the digital economy,” Mr Jacob stated.