Overview
Macroeconomic volatility across West Africa is reshaping the lending landscape. With inflation, currency fluctuations, and credit risk on the rise, banks are being pushed to rethink how they approach growth.
The focus is shifting from aggressive expansion to more disciplined, risk-aware lending – where every decision must balance opportunity with resilience. This requires sharper prioritisation, more adaptive strategies, and a clearer view of where to play and how to win.
This session will examine how banks are redefining their lending approach to navigate uncertainty while continuing to support economic activity.
Webinar abstract
Banks across West Africa are operating in an increasingly complex environment shaped by inflationary pressure, currency volatility, and rising credit risk. Lending remains a critical driver of economic growth, yet institutions are facing growing pressure to protect asset quality and maintain balance sheet strength.
This creates a difficult balance between supporting customers and managing risk. Many banks are reassessing their lending strategies, refining underwriting approaches, and prioritizing sectors more carefully while navigating uncertainty in macroeconomic conditions.
This session will bring together practitioners to discuss how lending strategies are evolving in response to these pressures. The focus will be on how institutions are managing risk, maintaining growth momentum, and adapting their approach to lending in a volatile and rapidly changing environment.
Key takeaways
- How macroeconomic volatility is reshaping lending strategies and risk appetite
- The challenges of balancing growth objectives with asset quality and capital protection
- How banks are refining underwriting standards and sector prioritization in uncertain conditions
- Emerging approaches to managing credit risk while continuing to support customers and economic activity
Who should attend
Senior leaders and decision-makers across:
- Retail and corporate banking
- Lending and credit risk
- Strategy and transformation
- Risk and compliance
- Product and business development
Event Details
Event: Webinar
Dates: 4 June 2026
Location: West Africa