By: Fatou Krubally
A four-day regional training programme for bankers is currently underway in Monrovia, Liberia, sources revealed Wednesday.
The programme which aimed at enhancing human resources, administration, and marketing capacity in West African banking sector, was organised by the Liberia Bankers Association (LBA), in collaboration with the West African Bankers’ Association (WABA).
Commencing from August 18–21, 2025, at the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) headquarters in Monrovia, the program brings together banking professionals from Liberia, The Gambia, Sierra Leone, and other West African countries. The training is designed to build efficiency and competitiveness across the region’s financial institutions.
More than 43 participants are attending, representing institutions such as Sky Bank–Sierra Leone Limited, BSIC Bank–Gambia Limited, and several Liberian banks, including Bloom Bank, UBA, Ecobank, SIBLL, Access Bank, LBDI, and International Bank.
The initiative aims to strengthen the professional capacity of banking personnel by equipping them with practical knowledge, modern tools, and strategic insights necessary to improve institutional performance and support sustainable growth. Organizers emphasize that the program is part of a broader effort to build a more resilient and inclusive financial system in West Africa.
Over the four days, participants will engage in targeted sessions covering three core areas -Human Resources Management: topics include effective talent acquisition, staff development, performance evaluation, and employee retention strategies tailored to the banking industry. Administrative Excellence – these modules focus on organizational efficiency, regulatory compliance, internal control systems, and streamlined documentation processes. Also, Banking Marketing Strategies – the sessions will explore approaches to enhancing customer engagement and brand competitiveness in an evolving financial landscape.
By equipping professionals with updated knowledge and skills, LBA and WABA aim to foster a culture of excellence and innovation in the region’s banking industry, ensuring stronger institutions capable of meeting