The First MicroFinanceBank-Afghanistan (FMFB-A) held its Business Kick-Off Meeting 2024 & strategies for 2025 and beyond from February 19th to 20th, 2025, in Bagh -e-Babur. Regional and branch managers from 14 provinces were invited and joined the senior management. The meeting was officially inaugurated and commenced with the recitation of the Holy Quran. The opening remark was delivered by Mr. Ziauddin Haidari, the FMFB-A Chief Executive Officer (CEO), who highlighted the bank’s business strategy, as well as the Digital Transformation Strategy & Roadmap for 2025 and beyond. The importance of access to finance, the adoption of financial technology, process automation, and the enhancement of digital footprints were elaborated upon.
The performance of the program for 2024, along with its challenges and opportunities were thoroughly discussed. Management delivered recommendations and strategies for the prudent and effective resolution of prevailing challenges and emphasized on capitalizing of existing opportunities.
We strongly believe that promoting Shariah-compliant banking will not only reposition FMFB-A as a full-fledged Shariah entity but also helps us establish a sound risk management, compliance, and audit culture while creating a healthy portfolio.
We remain committed to support and serve the people of Afghanistan improve their quality of life through offering high-quality financial services in a manner to ensure program sustainability and create resiliency for our customers. The meeting concluded with the recognition of top-performing branches through the distribution of appreciation letters.