Bridging continents, empowering entrepreneurs, and transforming Africa's economic future.
The history of the bank began in 1913 when the Anglo-Egyptian Bank established a branch in Khartoum. It evolved through a 1925 merger into Barclays Bank (Dominion, Colonial and Overseas) and, following nationalization, became the modern Bank of Khartoum in 1975.
After South Sudan's secession, Bank of Khartoum launched a subsidiary there in 2010. In September 2012, the South Sudanese government mandated its sale to British and Malaysian investors, renaming it Charter One Bank Plc.
The 2013 conflicts prompted local investors to recapitalize the bank, significantly reducing foreign ownership.
Ongoing conflicts in Sudan and South Sudan led owners to seek new partners. In 2024, a consortium of private, institutional investors, and bankers—influenced by the 2018 Prosper Africa initiative launched by President Trump during his first term—realized the vision for PACT Bank. This private commercial bank focuses on Africa's strategic social and economic development, surpassing traditional aid programs.
In January 2026, a landmark agreement among prior shareholders, the South Sudan government, and new investors renamed it PACT Bank—Prosper Africa Capital Trust Bank.
To empower African entrepreneurs and global investors by providing transparent, secure, and accessible banking solutions that unlock emerging market opportunities and drive sustainable economic growth across the continent.
The vision of PACT Bank is to become a leading institutional player on the continent for anything related to trade, investment and social development in Africa. The bank works closely in partnership with central banks, governments and fund managers to modernize Africa's financial infrastructure, stabilize FX accessibility for countries and empower local banks with liquidity, while giving access to foreign entities to secure, reliable and lucrative opportunities that the African market offers.
We believe in complete openness about our processes, fees, and decision-making. Our clients deserve to understand exactly how we work and why we make the decisions we do.
Trust is earned through consistent action and integrity. We maintain the highest security standards and comply with international regulations to ensure our clients' data and investments are always protected.
We continuously invest in technology and process improvement to deliver cutting-edge solutions that make banking easier, faster, and more accessible for everyone.
Every decision we make is guided by its potential impact on African communities and the global economy. We measure success not just in financial returns, but in lives improved and opportunities created.
We believe that opportunity should not be limited by geography, background, or resources. Our platform is designed to be accessible to entrepreneurs and investors from all walks of life.
We are committed to supporting projects and businesses that create long-term value for Africa and the world. We prioritize investments in sustainable industries like renewable energy and green technology.
Active Members across Africa and globally
Capital deployed across African businesses
Countries represented in our network
Our Chairman leads PACT Bank with a vision of transforming Africa's financial landscape and fostering sustainable economic development across the continent.
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Our leadership team brings together decades of experience in banking, technology, emerging markets, and social impact. We are united by a shared vision of transforming Africa's economic future.
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We maintain ISO 27001 certification, PCI DSS Level 1 compliance, and SOC 2 Type II standards to ensure your data and investments are always protected.
Our presence in 47 countries combined with deep local knowledge enables us to navigate complex markets and identify opportunities others miss.
With over $1.7 billion in capital deployed and thousands of successful partnerships, we've demonstrated our ability to deliver results.
We measure success not just in returns, but in the positive impact we create for African communities and the global economy.
Be part of a movement that's transforming how capital flows to Africa. Whether you're an entrepreneur seeking funding or an investor looking for emerging market opportunities, Pact Bank is your gateway to success.