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Al Baraka Bank Among the Largest Islamic Banks in North Africa

May 16, 2026اقتصاد – الشروق أونلاينechoroukonline.comTranslated from Arabic
Al Baraka Bank Among the Largest Islamic Banks in North Africa

Al Baraka Bank, specialized in Islamic banking, has reached financing of approximately 220 billion dinars since the beginning of this year, with more than 90 percent directed towards the economy and companies in line with the efforts of the country's high authorities, making it one of the largest Islamic banks in the North African region. This announcement coincided with the unveiling of a digital platform that allows for the settlement of bills, including electricity and the dues of the 'Aadl' agency, as well as transfers from one account to another. These figures were revealed during the celebration of Al Baraka Bank's 35th anniversary, which took place on Thursday evening at the 'Marriott' hotel in Bab Zawwar, where the general manager of this bank specialized in Islamic financing indicated...

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