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Xorse Godzi

Also known as: Mr Xorse Godzi · Mr. Godzi · Mr Godzi

Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of Standard Chartered Bank Ghana, effective June 2026, with over 20 years' experience in the Standard Chartered Group.

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  1. October 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    … The Chief Executive Officer of Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC, Mr Xorse Godzi, said the bank remained focused on its next phase of growth and delivering sustainable value to shareholders. …

    Standard Chartered posts strong half-year performance …Profit after tax rises 10% tos GH¢320m
  3. Joy Online

    … Xorse Godzi, Chief Executive, Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC, speaking at the engagement, emphasised that the bank remains firmly focused on its next phase of growth and on delivering sustainable value for shareholders. …

    Standard Chartered Bank delivers strong returns and sustainable shareholder value
  4. September 2026
  5. Joy Online

    … Xorse Godzi, Chief Executive of Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC, reiterated the bank’s commitment to supporting women entrepreneurs, saying: “Our commitment to the Women in Tech accelerator aligns with our belief that empowering female-led businesses leveraging technology is cr …

    Ten female entrepreneurs graduate from the Standard Chartered Foundation Women in Tech Accelerator
  6. The Chronicle

    … Mr Xorse Godzi, Chief Executive Officer of Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC, said the bank’s relationship with SSNIT reflected the connection between its operations and Ghanaian workers, who held indirect stake in the institution through the pension fund manager. …

    Standard Chartered pays GH¢97.8m Dividend to SSNIT
  7. Joy Online

    … Chief Executive Officer of Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC, Xorse Godzi, said SSNIT remains an important stakeholder because of its position as a shareholder and its role in Ghana’s economy. …

    Standard Chartered Bank pays GH¢97.8m dividend to SSNIT
  8. August 2026
  9. The Ghanaian Times

    … The Chief Executive, Mr Xorse Godzi, also indicated that the Bank’s priorities were centred on supporting clients while driving sustainable growth. …

    Standard Chartered Bank declares GH¢673m dividend • pledges support for economic growth
  10. Joy Online

    … We will continue to support our clients, deepen our contribution to Ghana’s economic development and deliver long-term value for our shareholders.” Mr Xorse Godzi, Chief Executive of Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC, commenting on the Bank’s priorities, said “Our focus is on sup …

    Standard Chartered declares GH¢673m dividend at 56th Annual General Meeting
  11. June 2026
  12. Business & Financial Times

    … Xorse Godzi, Chief Executive Officer and Head of Coverage, Standard Chartered Ghana , said: “Our WRB business in Ghana is a strong franchise with established client base and talented colleagues. …

    Standard Chartered explores sale of retail business
  13. Joy Online

    … SCB Ghana on the Move Chief Executive Officer of Standard Chartered Bank Ghana and Head of Coverage, Xorse Godzi, said the retail banking business remains a strong franchise. …

    Standard Chartered eyes sale of Retail Business in Ghana, to retain corporate and investment banking
  14. Business & Financial Times

    … Xorse Godzi, Chief Executive Officer of Standard Chartered Bank Ghana Plc, said digital assets represent a strategic opportunity for Ghana to shape the future of finance while advancing financial inclusion, efficiency and innovation. …

    StanChart hosts inaugural digital assets summit in Accra
Business

Standard Chartered Ghana profit rises 10% to GH¢320m

The News

Standard Chartered Bank Ghana recorded a 10 per cent increase in profit after tax to GH¢320 million for the first half of 2026, with total revenue for the period at GH¢798 million. The bank's performance was supported by resilient financial performance and disciplined risk management.

14 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 14 October

  1. Standard Chartered Ghana profit rises 10% to GH¢320m

    Standard Chartered Bank Ghana recorded a 10 per cent increase in profit after tax to GH¢320 million for the first half of 2026, with total revenue for the period at GH¢798 million. The bank's performance was supported by resilient financial performance and disciplined risk management.

    14 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 13 October

  1. Standard Chartered Bank achieves 28% return on equity in 2025

    Standard Chartered Bank Ghana achieved a 28 per cent return on equity in 2025, with earnings per share increasing to GH¢5.97 from GH¢5.31 in 2024, and declared a total dividend payout of GH¢673.48 million. In the first half of 2026, the bank recorded total revenue of GH¢798 million and profit after tax increased by 10 per cent to GH¢320 million.

    13 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 18 September

  1. Ten female entrepreneurs graduate from Standard Chartered tech accelerator

    Standard Chartered Foundation's Women in Tech Accelerator graduated its sixth cohort of ten female entrepreneurs; the five top-performing businesses—Edu3Dcation, WADMET, Verte Tower, SisiMarie and Porducare—will each receive GH₵113,500 in grant funding. Over five cohorts, the programme has supported 83 women-led businesses that have created over 166 jobs and generated GH₵3.9 million in cumulative revenue.

    18 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 3 September

  1. Standard Chartered pays GH¢97.8 million dividend to SSNIT

    Standard Chartered Bank Ghana paid GH¢97.8 million dividend to SSNIT for the 2025 financial year, part of the bank's total dividend distribution of GH¢673.95 million approved at its 56th Annual General Meeting.

    3 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Standard Chartered Bank pays GH¢97.8m dividend to SSNIT

    Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC has paid GH¢97.8 million in dividends to SSNIT for the 2025 financial year, part of a total dividend distribution of GH¢673.95 million approved at its 56th Annual General Meeting.

    2 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 10 August

  1. Standard Chartered Bank Ghana declares GH¢673m dividend

    Shareholders of Standard Chartered Bank Ghana approved a final dividend of GH¢4.989 per ordinary share at its 56th AGM, totalling GH¢673.48 million. The Bank reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Ghana's economic development, citing 130 years of continuous operations in trade, infrastructure, and cross-border banking.

    10 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 7 August

  1. Standard Chartered Bank declares GH¢673m dividend

    Standard Chartered Bank Ghana has declared a total dividend payout of GH¢673.48 million (GH¢4.989 per ordinary share plus GH¢1.13 million in preference share dividends) at its 56th Annual General Meeting, affirming its commitment to supporting Ghana's economic development.

    7 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 25 June

  1. Standard Chartered explores sale of Ghana retail banking unit

    Standard Chartered PLC announced it is exploring the sale of its Wealth & Retail Banking business in Ghana, while maintaining its Corporate and Investment Banking operations in the country as part of a group strategy to focus on businesses with greater scale and cross-border capabilities.

    25 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  2. Standard Chartered to explore sale of retail banking in Ghana

    Standard Chartered PLC has announced plans to explore the sale of its Wealth and Retail Banking business in Ghana as part of a broader portfolio review to focus on areas with greater scale and competitive advantage. The bank will continue its Corporate and Investment Banking operations in Ghana, pending regulatory approvals.

    25 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Standard Chartered discusses stablecoins' role in Africa payments

    Standard Chartered hosted its inaugural Digital Assets Summit in Accra, highlighting stablecoins and digital money as transformative for cross-border payments across Africa. The bank's Global Head of Digital Assets said the global stablecoin market, currently valued at roughly US$300 billion, could expand to about US$2 trillion by 2028, though regulatory frameworks and risk management systems will be needed to support sector development.

    24 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Standard Chartered hosts digital assets summit in Accra

    Standard Chartered held its inaugural Digital Assets Summit in Accra, discussing the role of digital currencies, stablecoins, and digital money in reshaping Africa's payments ecosystems. The bank's research estimates the global stablecoin market could expand from roughly US$300 billion to about US$2 trillion by 2028, with significant deposit migration expected across emerging markets.

    23 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 19 June

  1. Standard Chartered marks 130 years serving Ghana

    Standard Chartered Ghana held a commemorative client dinner to celebrate 130 years of service and partnership in the country, attended by clients, business leaders, regulators, and the Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana. The Bank's CEO reflected on its role supporting Ghana's economic growth across trade, infrastructure, manufacturing, agriculture, oil and gas, capital markets, and digital transformation since 1896.

    19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  2. Standard Chartered marks 130 years serving Ghana since 1896

    Standard Chartered Ghana hosted a commemorative client dinner to celebrate 130 years of service and partnership in Ghana, attended by business leaders, regulators and stakeholders. The Bank's CEO highlighted its role supporting Ghana's economic growth across trade, infrastructure, manufacturing, agriculture, oil and gas, and digital transformation.

    19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  3. Standard Chartered marks 130 years of service in Ghana

    Standard Chartered Ghana hosted a commemorative client dinner to celebrate 130 years of service and partnership since 1896. The Bank of Ghana's Second Deputy Governor attended as Guest of Honour, and the CEO reflected on the bank's role in supporting Ghana's economic growth across trade, infrastructure, manufacturing, agriculture, oil and gas, and digital transformation.

    19 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Standard Chartered Ghana appoints Xorse Godzi as new CEO

    Standard Chartered Bank Ghana has appointed Xorse Godzi as Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, effective 11 June 2026, succeeding Mansa Nettey who is retiring. Godzi, a career banker with over 20 years' experience, has held various roles within Standard Chartered Group and was previously Executive Director and Head of Ghana Corporates for the bank.

    13 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  2. Standard Chartered Bank Ghana appoints Xorse Godzi as CEO

    Standard Chartered Bank Ghana has appointed Xorse Godzi as Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, effective 11 June 2026, succeeding retiring CEO Mansa Nettey. Godzi is a career banker with over 20 years' experience in the Standard Chartered Group and has been Head of Ghana Corporates at the bank since 2017.

    13 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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