Equity has once again etched its name in the annals of banking sector sports history, emphatically defending its overall title at the 2025 Interbank Games for a third consecutive year. This remarkable three-peat solidifies Equity’s standing as the undisputed sporting powerhouse among Kenyan financial institutions.
In the fiercely contested 38th edition, Equity outmaneuvered all rivals, clinching an impressive haul of 11 gold medals, four silver medals, and five bronze medals under the newly adopted Olympic-style ranking system. Close contenders Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) finished a distant second with six gold medals, nine silver medals, and four bronzes. This marked the 12th time Equity claimed the overall title at the prestigious bonanza, further cementing its legacy as a dominant force in corporate sports.
Speaking after the thrilling conclusion of the three-week spectacle, which featured over 40 banks competing across more than 20 disciplines, Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) CEO Raimond Molenje lauded Equity’s performance and the spirit of all participants. “We commend Equity for their outstanding performance and thank all participating banks, partners, and national sports officials for making this year’s games a success. The presence of bank CEOs added an extra spark to the event. These Games celebrate more than medals. They represent unity, networking, and camaraderie within the industry. Congratulations to all, you are all winners!” Molenje declared, emphasizing KBA’s commitment to ensuring the games remain a platform that unites, energizes, and strengthens the banking industry.
Welcoming the triumphant victory, Equity Bank Kenya Managing Director Moses Nyabanda exuded pride in the bank’s continued dominance, underscoring the pivotal role of sports in staff wellness and brand building. “Winning for the third year in a row is more than a milestone; it’s a reflection of the commitment and resilience of our sportsmen and women, coaches, and supporting staff. We are immensely proud of the 20 medals brought home,” Nyabanda stated, hinting at plans to further integrate sports success into brand visibility strategies and even individual Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for athletes.
Nyabanda, who himself secured a third-place finish in the CEO’s 100m sprint, affirmed the undeniable impact of sports success on both internal culture and external brand value. He also hinted at institutionalizing sports reward and recognition within Equity. “We must protect and nurture our top talent. Recognizing and rewarding excellence in sports will soon become part of our corporate culture. The energy and passion we’ve seen this year is just the beginning; we want to bring more colleagues on board to experience the power of sport in promoting wellness, teamwork, and pride,” Nyabanda added.
Equity’s formidable presence was felt across more than 20 sports disciplines, including basketball, athletics, chess, swimming, darts, handball, snooker, scrabble, and table tennis, consistently securing top-three finishes in the majority of categories.
