Development Bank of Southern Africa2026 Annual Report Suite
Delivering Impact in a Challenging Environment
Our Impact in 2026
Despite economic pressures and a complex global environment, DBSA continued to deliver meaningful infrastructure, sustainable development and long-term value across South Africa and the continent. Explore the 2026 reports and see how we are bending the arc of history toward shared prosperity.
The Development Bank of Southern Africa plays a pivotal role within projects from inception to fulfilment and with full support throughout. This is our 2026 financial year by the numbers.
Our Strategic Goals
The 2026 Integrated Annual Report shows how DBSA creates value through strong governance, strategic partnerships and development-focused investment. Our strategy is anchored by four strategic goals.
Financial Sustainability
Building a resilient institution capable of maximising development impact.
Accelerating Development Impact
Delivering infrastructure that reduces poverty, unemployment and inequality.
Future-Fit DBSA
Strengthening organisational capability, innovation and digital transformation.
The numbers
The Development Bank of Southern Africa plays a pivotal role within projects from inception to fulfilment and with full support throughout. This is our 2026 financial year by the numbers.
Reports
 | Integrated Thinking. Shared Value.The 2026 Integrated Annual Report provides a holistic view of how DBSA creates value through strong governance, strategic partnerships and development-focused investment. |
Driving Sustainable DevelopmentSustainability is embedded in everything we do. The DBSA Sustainability Review highlights how environmental, social and governance considerations are integrated into our financing decisions, partnerships and infrastructure delivery programmes. |  |
 | Financial Strength Enabling Greater ImpactStrong financial performance enables us to deliver greater development impact by mobilising capital, maintaining financial sustainability, and supporting transformative infrastructure projects that create lasting value for communities. |
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