Who we are
Gulf Africa Bank (Mombasa) trace our genesis back to a group of motivated Kenyans who envisioned an Islamic bank as an alternative to conventional banking in 2005. This bank would conduct business on the principles of Shari’ah and provide an ethical and fair banking for all. The bank would leverage strong links to between the Gulf and Africa to establish a channel for attractive investments in Kenya and its name would bear the symbol of partnership: The Gulf African Bank.
Gulf Africa Bank (Mombasa) became the first Islamic Bank in Kenya incorporated on August 9th 2006 and was fully operational on January 8th 2008 as Kenya’s first fully fledged commercial banking license from the Central Bank of Kenya as a dedicated Islamic bank.
Since 2008, we have been an active part of the growth seen in Kenya’s financial sector, offering a one-stop financing and business development centre for corporates, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and retail segments. We have a strong dedication to accelerating growth in the banking sector that will lead to economic development.
Vision
The Shari’ah Compliant Bank of Choice
Our Mission
To provide innovative and competitive financial solutions professionally through principles of fairness and integrity while enhancing the wellbeing of our customers, staff and the community
Our Values
Who we are
Gulf African Bank (GAB) is a premier SME bank in Kenya operating on Shari’ah principles. We are an SME focused financial partner that exist to ensure your business grows. We actively participate in building the SME sector offering a one-stop financing and business development services to effectively accelerate the sector’s growth in your business and the country.