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It’s more than just an award

It’s thirteen consecutive years as the Best Private Bank and Wealth Manager in South Africa.

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The Best Private Bank and Wealth Manager in SA

Being named as the Best Private Bank and Wealth Manager in South Africa by the Financial Times of London once is an achievement. Being awarded for 13 consecutive years reflects our consistency as a private bank and wealth manager, and the trust and dedication our clients place in us, time and again.

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It’s more than just award

It’s a measure of what it means to be deeply invested



It’s not just the award that matters, nor the validation that comes with it. To us, it goes much deeper than that. It’s recognition of what we stand for – being deeply invested in enabling our clients and their families to create enduring worth.

It's more than just an award

It's a measure of:

Forming deep and lasting relationships

Our relationships with our clients are built on trust, understanding, and shared ambition. Every interaction is nurtured with care and every decision is made with long-term success in mind.

Creating enduring worth

We actively guide our clients to grow, preserve, and pass on their wealth – helping them feel safe today, prosper tomorrow, and leave a legacy that lasts generations.

Building meaningful legacies

Together, we define the impact our clients wish to have in the world beyond their lifetime – making decisions aligned to their story and purpose today that deliver value tomorrow.

Providing unparalleled expertise

From our distinguished solutions and advice to support by our renowned 24/7 global Client Support Centre, we are and always will be here in service of our clients, wherever they may be in the world.

Responsible investing and sustainability

We remain committed to the principles of sustainability and responsible investing, enabling our clients to navigate the short-term turbulence, whilst being committed to long-term returns.

A distinctly international experience

With One Investec, our clients benefit from the full extent of our expertise –from private banking, investment management, investment banking and business banking – locally and internationally.

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Forming deep and lasting relationships

Our relationships with our clients are built on trust, understanding, and shared ambition. Every interaction is nurtured with care and every decision is made with long-term success in mind.

Creating enduring worth

We actively guide our clients to grow, preserve, and pass on their wealth – helping them feel safe today, prosper tomorrow, and leave a legacy that lasts generations.

Building meaningful legacies

Together, we define the impact our clients wish to have in the world beyond their lifetime – making decisions aligned to their story and purpose today that deliver value tomorrow.

Providing unparalleled expertise

From our distinguished solutions and advice to support by our renowned 24/7 global Client Support Centre, we are and always will be here in service of our clients, wherever they may be in the world.

Responsible investing and sustainability

We remain committed to the principles of sustainability and responsible investing, enabling our clients to navigate the short-term turbulence, whilst being committed to long-term returns.

A distinctly international experience

With One Investec, our clients benefit from the full extent of our expertise –from private banking, investment management, investment banking and business banking – locally and internationally.

“The true measure of a team isn’t in the trophies on its shelf – it’s in the trust earned, the relationships built, and the legacies shaped. And that’s what makes Investec not just a winner, but a deeply invested partner for generations."

Joubert Hay, CEO at Investec Wealth & Investment International        

 

“At the heart of this success is a team empowered by a culture of high performance and robust risk management that’s agile enough to respond to change, resilient enough to navigate uncertainty, and imaginative enough to find opportunity where others see only volatility.”

Itumeleng Merafe, Head of Investec Private Bank SA
 

Itumeleng Merafe and Joubert Hay Financial Times Awards 2025

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Investec has been recognised for excellence across private banking, wealth management and corporate banking. These awards reflect our long-standing commitment to delivering exceptional client experiences. Learn more about our awards.

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