NCBA Bank on Sunday evening, 23rd March 2025, hosted over 100 women entrepreneurs for a special empowerment dinner in Kapsabet, Nandi County, as part of its ongoing commitment to support women in business and promote financial inclusion.
Held at the Allen Hotel under the theme “Supporting Women, Inspiring Futures”, the event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders including NCBA customers, local business leaders, and county government officials. The initiative was also part of NCBA’s wider celebration of International Women’s Month, reinforcing the bank’s intent to uplift women-owned businesses across Kenya.
Women Entrepreneurs at the Centre of Regional Economic Growth
Nandi County, whose economy is heavily reliant on agriculture — particularly large-scale tea, maize, and dairy farming — has seen impressive economic growth in the last year. County revenue increased by 12.5%, from KES 356.1 million in the 2022/2023 financial year to KES 600.2 million in 2023/2024. This growth has been attributed to enhancements in revenue collection, automation of systems, and the expansion of trade and investment activities.
Recognizing this momentum, NCBA’s Deputy Director and Head of Branches, Jane Ng’ang’a, reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to facilitating the growth of businesses in the region — especially those led by women.
“At NCBA, we are keen to work with Nandi County for the advancement of businesses in the region. We recognize the resilience and ambition of women entrepreneurs and are committed to accelerating financial inclusion,” she said.
Ng’ang’a highlighted the bank’s tailored financial solutions and strategic partnerships designed to ensure that women have access to resources, education, and networks necessary for long-term success.
Key Discussions: Credit, Innovation, and Agricultural Opportunity
The dinner featured panel discussions centered around improving access to credit, leveraging innovative financial products, and addressing the systemic barriers women face in business. Attendees also explored how women entrepreneurs can benefit from trade finance, asset funding, and other financing tools to expand their businesses.
Agriculture remained a dominant topic, with emphasis placed on supporting cooperatives, dairy groups, and farming enterprises, all of which form a backbone of Nandi’s local economy.
Dr. Yulita Chebotip Mitei, Deputy Governor of Nandi County, lauded the bank’s efforts and expressed the county’s willingness to collaborate further with financial institutions.
“We are thankful to NCBA for organizing this forum. As a leader, I recognize the importance of women-owned businesses in driving the county’s economic development,” said Dr. Mitei. “Our goal is to explore partnerships with financial institutions that address their unique needs and unlock growth opportunities for the people of Kapsabet.”
NCBA’s Broader Commitment
The dinner is part of NCBA’s broader agenda to deepen its presence in Kenya by working closely with grassroots enterprises and offering support tailored to local contexts. As the bank continues to grow its footprint across the country, events like this empower communities while offering NCBA valuable insights into the challenges facing small businesses.
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