We are pleased to announce that Absa Mauritius has been recognised as a Top Employer for 2025 for both Mauritius and Africa by the Top Employer Institute (TEI), a global organisation that celebrates excellence in Human Capital practices. This prestigious recognition not only marks the bank’s first achievement of this honour but also makes Absa Mauritius the first bank in the country to receive such distinction.
“At Absa Mauritius, our people are truly our greatest asset and being named a Top Employer for 2025 in Mauritius and Africa is testament to our commitment to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and innovative workplace culture. This recognition reflects our deliberate focus and sustained commitment to create an environment where employees feel empowered, valued, and supported in their professional growth. It is also a reflection of the dedication of our entire team and reaffirms our position as a leading employer of choice in the financial services sector, both on the island and across the continent. We are proud that our commitment to cultivating a positive workplace is being acknowledged and are motivated to continue evolving and enhancing our employee experience” says Ravin Dajee, Managing Director of Absa Mauritius.
Absa Mauritius achieved an overall score of 94.71%, placing the bank within the top percentile range. This recognition acknowledges the bank’s efforts in aligning with global standards and making meaningful progress in areas such as people strategy, employer branding, performance management, impactful learning and development, diversity, equity and inclusion, and organisational change.
Absa Mauritius joins countries like South Africa, Zambia, Kenya, Ghana, and Botswana as one of the key Absa markets to be recognised by this industry award. The addition of Mauritius to this list underscores Absa Group’s ongoing expansion and investment in Africa, reinforcing its commitment to growing its presence across the continent. It is also a clear reflection of the Group’s consistent efforts to elevate its Human Capital practices while setting new benchmarks as a leading employer of choice in the financial sector in Africa.
“We are thrilled to have grown the number of our Absa countries receiving this certification as it reflects our unwavering commitment to fostering a workplace where excellence thrives. The addition of Mauritius is particularly meaningful as it signals the strides we continue to make in building an employer brand that resonates across the continent,” added Saviour Chibiya, Chief Executive for Absa Regional Operations (ARO).
Beyond retaining its Top Employer certification, Absa Group has demonstrated significant strides in several key areas such as leadership development, with a strong focus on embedding its strategy, purpose, values and brand across the Group. This approach ensures that every interaction reflects the belief that your story matters, fosters human-centred empathy, and creates an environment where all colleagues can not only belong but thrive.
This ongoing commitment to leadership and an inclusive, empowering culture is a key driver behind Absa’s achievements and overall performance. It marks a significant milestone in the bank’s journey to realise its organisational purpose: Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together, one story at a time. It also strengthens Absa’s positioning as a globally respected organisation—one that attracts, retains, and nurtures top talent through a culture that enables winning, diverse, and talented teams to thrive. More importantly, it reaffirms our commitment to our employees and the success of their story. All in all, this achievement underscores our unwavering commitment to fostering a workplace where our Human Capital practices set the standard for the industry.
Looking ahead, Absa Mauritius remains dedicated to continuing championing a workplace culture that drives innovation, collaboration, and sustained growth for all.
