
Al Safa Bank was awarded the Best Digital Islamic Retail Bank in Palestine for the Year 2026 award, presented by the International Union of Arab Bankers, in recognition of the Bank’s excellence and achievements in developing its digital banking services and enhancing the customer experience.
This recognition crowns Al Safa Bank’s ongoing efforts in the field of digital transformation and its commitment to developing modern Islamic banking solutions and services that meet customers’ needs and provide them with a more convenient and flexible banking experience, in line with the rapid developments in the banking and technology sectors.
The award was presented during The Arab Banks Awards & Commendations of Excellence 2026 ceremony, held in Istanbul, in the presence of a distinguished group of Arab banking sector leaders, as well as international and regional figures and institutions. The award was received by Mr. Hatem Irainat, General Manager of Al Safa Bank, and his accompanying delegation.
On this occasion, Mr. Hatem Irainat, General Manager of Al Safa Bank, expressed his pride in this recognition, emphasizing that the award represents recognition of the Bank’s ongoing efforts to develop its digital services ecosystem and reflects its commitment to providing innovative Islamic banking solutions that meet customers’ aspirations and evolving needs. Irainat added: “We are proud of this achievement, which serves as an incentive for us to continue investing in digital transformation and innovation, and to develop a more convenient, flexible, and secure banking experience that strengthens our customers’ trust and keeps pace with the rapid developments in the banking sector.”
This achievement confirms the advanced position Al Safa Bank has achieved in the field of digital banking services and reflects its strategy of continuous investment in technology and innovation, and developing its digital channels in a manner that contributes to enhancing the quality of services provided to individuals and improving the customer experience.
Al Safa Bank continues its journey toward providing a modern and integrated Islamic banking experience that combines adherence to the provisions of Islamic Sharia with the use of the latest banking solutions and technologies, thereby strengthening its role in developing the Palestinian banking sector and serving various segments of society.