Kenyan youth entrepreneurs are set to transform the waste management sector, thanks to the BeGreen Africa Entrepreneur Workshop held in Nairobi. This workshop, organized in collaboration with UNICEF, the Tony Elumelu Foundation, and UBA Kenya, aimed to equip young innovators with the skills to develop comprehensive business plans and groundbreaking solutions in waste management. BeGreen…
Sidian Bank, Oikocredit, and Aqua for All have launched a blended finance program that will integrate climate action and gender inclusion in (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) WASH Financing. The initiative aims to leverage Ksh 1 billion in commercial financing initiatives towards WASH infrastructure projects. The program prioritizes WASH lending across various entities. Small-scale water service…
Safaricom has partnered with Pezesha, a digital lending platform, to launch Mkopo wa Pochi, a new financial product specifically designed to support small businesses in the country. This initiative marks a significant expansion of Safaricom’s existing loan portfolio, which already includes popular options like M-Shwari and Fuliza. The mkopo wa pochi loan is designed with…
Equity Bank has launched two new branches, with its second branch in Gikomba Market and one in North Horr, Marsabit county, aiming to increase the availability of financial services for individuals and businesses in these areas. The new branch in Gikomba will provide needed convenience and accessibility for individuals and business owners. The branch will…
Equity Group Holdings played a pivotal role in elevating the voice of the private sector during the recent historic state visit of Kenyan President Dr. William Samoei Ruto to the United States. Their efforts aimed to solidify a strong public-private partnership between the two nations for sustainable development. Equity convened an impactful gathering in Washington…
The Sidian Bank Q Loan is a convenient mobile banking loan solution designed to meet your short-term financial needs. Accessible through the sidian bank ussd code (*527#) and Sidian Vibe app, the Q Loan offers a hassle-free application process and quick loan disbursement. Key Features and Benefits of the Sidian Bank Q Loan: Affordable Rates: Enjoy competitive…
Are you facing unexpected expenses like urgent bills, medical costs, or school fees? Co-op Bank’s Flexi Plus Salary Advance can help! This convenient loan enables you to borrow against your salary and receive the funds directly into your MCo-opCash account. The Co-op Bank Flexi Plus Salary Advance allows you to borrow up to 1.5 times…
The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has admitted the Linzi Sukuk on the NSE Unquoted Securities Platform (USP) making the product the first Shari’ah compliant product to be admitted on the platform. The Linzi Sukuk, issued by Linzi FinCo Trust, a common law unincorporated trust, is a Kshs. three billion (Kshs. 3,000,000,000.00) Islamic Secured Residential Lease…
As a salaried employee in Kenya, unexpected expenses can throw your budget off track. But what if there was a way to access some cash readily without the hassle of traditional loans? Look no further than the kcb salary advance facility offered by KCB Bank Kenya. KCB Bank offers short term salary advance loan to…
Sidian Bank established itself as a leader at the prestigious Think Business Bank Awards 2024, securing two coveted recognitions – 1st Runner Up for Best Bank in Trade Finance and 1st Runner Up for The Bank with Lowest Tariff. The 1st Runner Up position for Best Bank in Trade Finance highlights the bank’s commitment to…
