The Offshore Advantage: Wealth, Banking & Beyond

Accra Polo Club Podcast Series, Episode 1: An introduction to Investments

Standard Bank Offshore

During this episode, Will Groat, Head of West Africa, discusses the fundamentals of investing with Senior Portfolio Manager, Gary James. At an introductory level, they discuss why investing in traditional asset classes, such as equities and bonds, should form part of your overall wealth and key factors to consider when formulating your investment strategy. 

About Standard Bank Offshore
Standard Bank Offshore is the international arm of the Standard Bank Group, Africa's largest bank by assets. Our banking, lending, fiduciary and investment services, provided by Melville Douglas, help us serve Africa's rapidly growing, globally mobile and affluent population. Our objective is clear - support Africa's growth by connecting the continent to international markets from our offices in the Jersey, Isle of Man, London and Mauritius.

With a heritage of over 160 years and on-the-ground presence in 20 countries across sub-Saharan Africa, Standard Bank Offshore is the partner of choice for individuals and businesses across Africa and beyond seeking seamless offshore banking solutions. From day-to-day banking to bespoke individual wealth and corporate solutions, we have you covered.


About Melville Douglas
Since 1987, Melville Douglas has been delivering superior investment returns across a number of asset classes. As a boutique investment management company within the Standard Bank Group, we are uniquely positioned to offer customised investment solutions and flexibility with the might of Africa’s largest banking group behind us.

Our years of exceptional investment returns and service are grounded in the principle that growing your wealth is more than just what we do – to us, it’s personal.