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Societe Generale Maroc Appoints Mehdi Benbachir as CEO

Effective Leadership Transition Promises Continued Growth and Innovation The banking sector in Morocco is set for a significant shift as Societe Generale Maroc has announced the appointment of Mehdi Benbachir as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2024. This decision, finalized during......

French Banks' African Exodus Fuels Competition, Unleashes Growth for Local Lenders

In a landscape-shifting move, major French banks are withdrawing from their long-standing presence in African markets, creating new competition and opening doors for local and regional lenders. This trend, outlined in a recent Fitch Ratings report, signals a significant transformation in the African......

Société Générale Sells Its Stake in Société Générale Maroc to Saham for 745 Million Euros

The banking group Société Générale announced on Friday that it has signed a contract to sell its stake in Société Générale Maroc to the Moroccan holding company Saham for a total of 745 million euros. According to Société Générale's......

Société Générale Launches "Solar Pack" Offer in Africa

In an innovative initiative, Société Générale is spearheading the energy transition in Africa with the launch of its flagship offer, the "Solar Pack." Through this offering, the banking group provides a turnkey solution to businesses and institutions in Africa to......

Elalamy's Bold Move: Acquisition of Societe Generale's Sub-Saharan Presence

In a daring maneuver set to potentially reshape the banking landscape across Africa, Moulay Hafid Elalamy, former Minister of Commerce and Industry and current CEO of the Saham Group, is poised for an ambitious acquisition. Rumors abound that Elalamy is nearing the acquisition of a controlling stake,......

Societe Generale Faces €4.5 Million Fine Over Deceptive Fees

France's financial fraud watchdog has taken action against banking giant Societe Generale, imposing a €4.5 million fine for engaging in deceptive practices that resulted in customers being unfairly charged fees. The penalties stem from an extensive investigation conducted by The General Directorate......

Société Générale Maroc Clinches Four Awards at the 2023 African Banking Awards

Société Générale Maroc adds new accolades to its list of achievements, as the Group is honored four times by the internationally renowned platform, "EMEA Finance Magazine," at the 2023 African Banking Awards. The bank secures the titles of "Best Foreign Bank"......