SDB bank Marks 29 Years of Empowering People and Communities Towards a Sustainable Future

14-September-2026

Colombo, Sri Lanka: SDB bank recently marked its 29th Anniversary, celebrating nearly three decades of empowering people and contributing to inclusive economic and community development across Sri Lanka.

Celebrated under the theme “29 Years of Empowering Thousands of Hands for One Sustainable Future,” the milestone recognised the individual customers, entrepreneurs, SMEs, cooperatives, employees and communities who have contributed to the Bank’s journey and its efforts to create financial opportunities, strengthen livelihoods and support sustainable progress.

The anniversary celebrations commenced with multi-religious observances that brought together employees and stakeholders for a moment of reflection and gratitude, while recognising Sri Lanka’s diverse communities.

SDB bank also honoured employees who had completed 25 years of service through a special appreciation ceremony, which included the presentation of gold coins in recognition of their longstanding dedication and contribution to the Bank.

Extending the celebrations beyond the organisation, SDB bank’s Welfare Society is scheduled to conduct a blood donation programme in September, encouraging employees and other participants to contribute towards an important national need.

Branches across Sri Lanka also commemorated the milestone through branch-level celebrations, creating opportunities for employees to engage with customers and local communities.

Further strengthening the anniversary’s sustainability focus, SDB bank is initiated a beekeeping entrepreneur development project in Badulla aimed at generating sustainable livelihoods and encouraging environmentally responsible income opportunities within local communities.

Commenting on the milestone, Manoj Akmeemana, Acting CEO of SDB bank, said, “Our 29th Anniversary was a celebration of the people who have built this journey with us. As we look ahead, our focus remains on creating opportunities that empower people, strengthen communities and contribute to a more inclusive and sustainable Sri Lanka.”

As SDB bank celebrates its 29th year, it remains committed to creating meaningful economic opportunities and advancing sustainable development through the collective efforts of its employees, customers, entrepreneurs, partners and communities.

About SDB bank:

A future-ready bank dedicated to offering customer-centric and comprehensive support tailored to each individual’s needs, SDB bank is a licensed specialised bank regulated by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, listed on the Main Board of the Colombo Stock Exchange and rated BB+(lka) by Fitch Ratings. Through its network of 93 branches island-wide, the Bank provides a comprehensive range of financial services to its Retail, SME, Co-operative and Business Banking clients across the country. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles are deeply ingrained in SDB bank’s ethos, with a steadfast focus on uplifting local communities and businesses through sustainable practices. The Bank is particularly committed to promoting women’s empowerment, the sustainable development of SMEs and digital inclusion, aiming to propel Sri Lanka to new heights.