Stanbic Kenya to Lead Safaricom’s KSh 40 Billion Domestic MTN Programme
Stanbic Bank Kenya has partnered with Safaricom PLC as Joint Lead Advisor, Sponsoring Broker, Placing Agent, and Receiving Bank for Safaricom’s KSh 40 Billion Domestic...
Understanding Soft vs Hard Credit Checks in Kenya
Credit checks play a central role in Kenya’s lending ecosystem, helping institutions evaluate repayment behaviour while giving consumers a clear view of their financial standing....
You Don’t Fix Your Money by Saving more
By Thuita Gatero, Managing Editor, Africa Digest News. He specializes in conversations around data centers, AI, cloud infrastructure, and energy. Dr. K once said something...
I&M Bank Unveils Shinda Millioni Campaign Offering Customers Up to KSh 7.5 Million in Cash Prizes
I&M Bank has officially rolled out the “Shinda Millioni” campaign, a three-month initiative designed to encourage a savings culture by rewarding top saving customers. Launched...
Sidian Bank, Kirinyaga University Sign MoU to Offer Financial Solutions for Staff and Students
Sidian Bank has signed an MoU with Kirinyaga University aimed at supporting the staff through a staff scheme. The MoU seeks to provide financial solutions,...
KCB Bank Reduces Base Lending Rate to 13.85%
KCB Bank has announced a reduction in its base lending rate from 14.6% to 13.85% per annum, following the Central Bank of Kenya’s (CBK) latest...
Best Digital Banks in Kenya: No Queues, No Paperwork
As Kenya continues to lead the continent in digital financial innovation, a new wave of mobile-first banks is transforming the way people manage their money....
NBC, TAFINA Partner to Boost Fintech and Financial Inclusion in Tanzania
The National Bank of Commerce (NBC) has partnered with the Tanzania Fintech Association (TAFINA) to accelerate fintech innovation and promote inclusive financial services across Tanzania....
Safaricom Launches second phase of the Spark Accelerator Program; Here is how to Apply
Safaricom has officially launched the second phase of its Spark Accelerator Program, opening applications for a new cohort of early-stage startups. The announcement follows a...
Co-operative Bank FY 24 Profits Hits Sh 25bn
Co-operative Bank of Kenya net profit for the year ended December 2024 rose to Sh 25.46 billion, a 9.8 percent increase from the previous year....