KESONIA Is Here: How CBK’s New Loan Pricing Model Will Change Borrowing in Kenya
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) will overhaul Kenya’s lending framework from December 1, 2025, replacing bank-specific base rates with a single reference rate, the...
Equity Bank Partners with PesaLink, NALA to Boost Cross-Border Payments
Equity Bank has entered into a partnership with Kenya’s instant payments provider PesaLink and London-based fintech NALA to improve cross-border money transfers, targeting faster, cheaper,...
How Mobile Banking Is Changing the Way People Save and Spend in Kenya
Mobile banking has transformed Kenya’s financial landscape, reshaping how people save, spend, and access money. Over the past two decades, the country has become a...
Who Are the Top Tier 2 Banks in East Africa?
The banking sector is not only defined by Tier 1 giants but also by mid-sized lenders that continue to expand their footprint across the region....
Why Bancassurance Profits Are Rising Across Kenyan Banks
Bancassurance profits are rising across Kenyan banks in the first half of 2025, as lenders expand insurance distribution to diversify revenue streams and meet growing...
Central Bank of Kenya Introduces New Credit Pricing Model
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has issued a revised Risk-Based Credit Pricing Model (RBCPM) for the banking sector, following a consultation process that began...
Sidian Bank Clarifies Role in SHA Collections
Sidian Bank has clarified its role in handling contributions to the Social Health Authority (SHA) after questions arose from the public about how Social Health...
Top Mistakes People Make When Applying for Personal Loans
Applying for a personal loan in Kenya can provide a practical solution for covering emergencies, starting a business, or consolidating debt. Kenya’s lending market is...
Sidian Bank Opens New Branch in Olkalou in Nyandarua County
Sidian Bank, a leader in SME financing, has announced the opening of its 49th branch, an ultra-modern and executive banking hall located in Nyandarua county...
Family Bank Announces Ksh6.2 Billion Private Placement Plan
Family Bank Kenya has confirmed plans to raise about Ksh6.2 billion ($47.988 million) through a private placement to strengthen its capital position and fund its...