Banking
Explore the latest trends, technology advancements, and regulatory changes impacting the banking sector.
- Startups
Alitheia Capital and Goodwell Investments Exit Baobab Nigeria, Highlighting the Future of African Finance
Alitheia Capital and Goodwell Investments exit Baobab Nigeria after 12 years, marking significant growth in financial inclusion and microfinance expansion.
- News
Proparco Grants €1 Million to Equity Group to Help Kenyan Farmers Adapt to Climate Change
Proparco grants €1 million to Equity Group Foundation to help 15,000 Kenyan farmers adopt Climate-Smart Agriculture for resilience and sustainability.
- News
Stanbic Bank Kenya Finances Vivo Energy’s Acquisition of 69 Hyundai Tucson SUVs
Stanbic Bank Kenya financed Vivo Energy's acquisition of 69 Hyundai Tucson SUVs, partnering with RentWorks, Caetano Kenya, and Heritage Insurance…
- Business
NBK Reports KES 1.06 Billion Profit After Tax in FY 2024, Marking a Strong Turnaround
NBK reports KES 1.06 billion profit in FY 2024, driven by digital transformation, cost optimization, and improved operational efficiency despite…
- News
KCB Group Reports 64.9% Surge in 2024 Profit to KES 61.8 Billion
KCB Group's 2024 profit surged 64.9% to KES 61.8B, driven by strong revenue growth, digital expansion, financial inclusion, and sustainability…
- Business
SBM Bank Kenya Launches SME Business Hubs to Support Entrepreneurs
SBM Bank Kenya launches SME business hubs in Nairobi to provide financial support, advisory services, workspaces, and funding opportunities for…
- Business
I&M Bank Expands Footprint with Nine New Branches Under iMara Strategy
I&M Bank expands with nine new branches across Kenya in 2025 under its iMara Strategy, enhancing financial inclusion for MSMEs…
- Interesting Reads
Pesalink 2024 Data Shows Kenyans Value Speed Over Rewards in Instant Payments
Pesalink’s 2024 Usage & Attitude Survey reveals that speed and convenience drive Kenyans’ payment preferences. Mobile banking apps are closing…
- News
LOOP Just Revamped Its App: Here’s What’s Changed and Why It Matters
LOOP app’s new UI revamp improves navigation, transactions, and financial management with a sleeker design and enhanced user experience.
- News
Standard Chartered’s Goal Programme Wraps Up After Empowering Over 90,000 Young Women in Kenya
Standard Chartered’s Goal Programme ends after a decade, empowering 90,000+ young Kenyan women with financial literacy, leadership, and employability skills.
- News
KCB Wins Top Awards at 2024 KBA Customer Satisfaction Survey
KCB Bank wins Best Overall Bank and Best Customer Experience (Tier I) at the 2024 KBA Awards, highlighting its customer-centric…
- Business
NCBA Sets a Sustainability Benchmark with Africa’s First Impact Disclosure Report
NCBA becomes Africa’s first bank to publish a Sustainable Development Impact Disclosure, committing to transparency, green financing, and social impact…
- News
Equity Bank Achieves ISO Certifications for Information Security and Service Management
Equity Bank achieves ISO 27001:2023 and ISO 20000-1:2018 certifications, reaffirming commitment to secure information management and exceptional service delivery.
- News
M-Pesa to join PesaLink: Convenience or Cost for Kenyan Users?
M-Pesa integrates with PesaLink, enhancing financial interoperability, streamlining transactions, and reshaping Kenya’s digital payment landscape amidst regulatory developments.
- News
Stanbic Bank’s PMI Signals Marginal Growth for Kenya’s Private Sector in December 2024
Stanbic Bank's December 2024 PMI report shows modest private sector growth despite inflation, muted confidence, and sector-specific challenges.
