Minet, a leading risk management and insurance advisory firm, has opened a new office in Eldoret to support the town's growing small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) sector.

• 44,000 registered businesses in Eldoret, with 25,000 actively operating, mostly micro enterprises.
• Sammy Muthui, CEO of Minet, emphasizes their commitment to becoming long-term advisors for SMEs.
• The new branch will provide tailored solutions, including health cover and a Business All-Risk policy specifically designed for SMEs.

East African Breweries Limited (EABL) has appointed Andrew Kilonzo as the new Managing Director of Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL), beginning September 30, 2025, replacing Mark Ocitti.

• Andrew Kilonzo previously served as the MD for Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL).
• Yvonne Mwangi will also transition back to the Nairobi office as Commercial Director, Kenya, starting October 1, 2025.
• EABL’s leadership changes aim to enhance growth and market share in the region, as stated by Jane Karuku, Group Managing Director.

The Co-operative Bank of Kenya has partnered with the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) to empower over 260,000 smallholder tea farmers with new financial opportunities.

• Partnership aims to provide up to Sh1.2 billion in accessible short-term loans.
• Dr. Gideon Muriuki, Co-operative Bank Group MD, emphasizes the bank's long history of supporting the tea sector.
• The initiative allows farmers to access instant loans ranging from Sh100 to Sh20,000 via mobile phones, removing the need for paperwork.