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September 25, 2026
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Banks urged to focus on impact of MSME lending

Banks urged to focus on impact of MSME lending

Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor Kamau Thugge said lenders should develop financing solutions that meet the actual needs of businesses and support sustainable economic activity...

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Kenyan banks are being urged by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) and the Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) to shift their focus from the volume of credit lent to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to the actual impact of this financing on businesses, jobs, and livelihoods.

  • Banks have provided Sh246 billion in new loans to MSMEs by mid-2026, with a target of Sh500 billion by year-end.
  • Key figures involved include CBK Governor Kamau Thugge and KBA Vice Chairperson Betty Korir.
  • Discussions took place at the 15th Annual Banking Research Conference, emphasizing the need for climate resilience and green financing, especially in agriculture.

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