By Chisomo Phiri
CDH Investment Bank on Thursday donated K5 million to the Financial Market Dealers Association (FIMDA ) in support of its Annual Lake Conference scheduled for October 17 to October 20,2025, in Mangochi.
The conference is aimed at enhancing inclusion and innovation in Malawi’s financial sector.
Speaking during cheque handover ceremony in Blantyre,CDH Investment Bank Chief Treasury Officer,Zondwayo Mafuleka,said the decision to support the event aligns with the bank’s commitment to promoting a more inclusive and innovative financial system.
“CDH Investment Bank is a significant player in the financial markets. We are the only investment bank in Malawi, and we engage in a wide range of financial transactions.
“This conference brings together key stakeholders in the financial markets to discuss ways of improving access and efficiency, especially through digital innovation,” said Mafuleka.
He emphasized that the conference’s focus on digital inclusion directly relates to CDH Investment Bank’s mission of expanding financial access.
“Digital inclusion is central to financial market development. It is about using innovation to make financial products and services more accessible to everyone.
“At CDH, that is exactly what we do.We operate in the financial markets and continuously seek digital solutions that enhance efficiency and inclusion,” said Mafuleka.
He noted that the bank expects the conference to produce actionable strategies that will help streamline operations in the financial sector.
“We are looking forward to improving efficiencies in the financial markets through digital innovation. If, as a market, we can come up with innovative solutions that work for everyone, it will increase transaction volumes and benefit both financial institutions and the general population,” he said.
Highlighting some of the challenges facing the financial markets, Mafuleka pointed out that limited access and complexity remain major barriers for many Malawians.
“The financial markets are still viewed as a niche area, often seen as complicated and inaccessible to the general public. We hope that through digital innovation, we can simplify processes and make financial markets more inclusive,” he said.
Regarding CDH Investment Bank’s specific role, Mafuleka reaffirmed the institution’s position as a key market maker in Malawi’s financial landscape.
“We trade in government and corporate financial securities, as well as foreign exchange. These services are available on our digital and mobile platforms, which makes access easier for our clients,” he explained.
Mafuleka concluded by reiterating that CDH Investment Bank remains committed to driving financial innovation and inclusion through partnerships and investments that strengthen Malawi’s financial markets.
On his part, FIMDA representative, Mthetwa Honde , hailed CDH Investment Bank for the donation saying it will make the conference more successful.
“At FIMDA , we are very grateful for CDH Investment Bank’s support towards our upcoming conference. They have done a very recommendable job and we thank their generosity,” said Honde.
The conference will be held under the theme ‘Financial Inclusion through digital innovation’.
