By Sheikh Sukyan Hassan Omar The journey of Islamic Banking in Kenya began two decades ago,…
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Absa employees shine at ongoing interbank games
As the workplace becomes more dynamic and complex, employee wellness has become crucial for sustained company…
Lessons from a bank partnering with SMEs in Africa
By Elizabeth Wasunna-Ochwa The first half of 2025 tested the resolve of many small and medium…
How business clubs are supporting Kenyan SMEs grow
Access to capital is no longer the only support that enterprises require to grow in today’s…
How Absa Bank Kenya is rewarding cash transactions
Absa Bank Kenya PLC has unveiled an initiative aimed at accelerating card usage and deepening customer…
How Absa pioneered Islamic banking in Kenya 20 years ago
A push by employees, community collaborations, and a bold vision for financial inclusion is what resulted…
Why multi-stakeholder partnerships are key in transforming SMEs
By Elizabeth Wasunna-Ochwa Stakeholder outreach to small businesses, regulators, lobby groups, and financial partners has unveiled…
Absa pioneers Kenya’s first women-only Shariah-compliant bank account
Absa Bank Kenya PLC has launched La Riba Sultanah, which is Kenya’s first Shariah-compliant account designed…
Lower expenses drive up Absa’s profit to Ksh 11.68 billion
Absa Bank Kenya has reported Ksh 11.68 billion in net profit during the first six months…
Absa Bank Kenya introduces 110% Eco-Home Loan to embed sustainable practices in daily life
Absa Bank Kenya PLC has unveiled Kenya’s first Eco-Home Loan, offering up to 110% financing to…
Young women to win Ksh 725,000 during October hackathon
Female university students, recent graduates, and young professionals aged 18-35 can register for a Pan-African women-in-tech…
Absa earmarks Ksh 4 billion for supporting affordable housing
Absa Bank Kenya has ring fenced Ksh 4 billion for onward lending to the retail segment…
How rise of AI has created new fraud vulnerabilities for banks
By George Maracha There has been a noticeable rise in the level of fraud risk in…
Absa Bank Kenya takes customer engagement to Western Kenya
Absa Bank Kenya has rolled out a week-long customer engagement to Western Kenya as the lender…
Smarter controls, smarter business: How the Absa Business Credit Card is helping MSMEs stay vigilant
In an ever-evolving business landscape, managing your business spending requires more than basic accounting. It calls…
Why Absa has opened a new branch in Kawangware
Absa Bank Kenya has opened its 87th branch in Kawangware, Nairobi County, targeting individuals, businesses, and…
Why Absa’s La Riba Timiza and La Riba Card are tailored for you
Absa Bank Kenya PLC has enhanced its Shariah-compliant banking offering by launching two products in response…
Over 2000 Absa Kenya employees engage in philanthropic initiative
Absa Bank Kenya have kicked off a two-day staff-driven initiative aimed at making a positive difference…
Absa Bank boss to chair UN Global Compact Network Kenya board
Absa Bank Kenya, Managing Director, Abdi Mohamed has been appointed as the new Chairperson of the…
How banking partnerships could support complex regional economy
By James Agin Across Sub-Saharan Africa, businesses are navigating an economic environment shaped by evolving global…
The role of finance in environmental stewardship
By Charles Wokabi In 2017, Kenya made global headlines by enacting one of the world’s strictest…
Why Kenya’s budget 2025/2026 is a test for household-centered banking
The 2025/2026 national budget has drawn attention for its potential to influence household finances in Kenya.…
How AI is revolutionizing traditional banking roles
By Hartnell Ndungi Artificial Intelligence (AI) is advancing at an incredible rate, leading to the invention…
How Absa Bank has enhanced transaction efficiency for MSMEs
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are set for improved transactional efficiency and expense tracking following…
Absa Kenya Foundation mobilises planting of 200,000 mangrove trees
Absa Kenya Foundation has supported and mobilised the planting of 200,000 mangrove trees at the Sabaki…
How Absa is supporting growth of women-led businesses
Absa Bank Kenya has sealed a strategic partnership with Women’s World Banking, aimed at deepening financial…
Absa Bank earns IFC recognition after increasing women suppliers
Absa Bank Kenya PLC has enhanced the representation of women-owned businesses within its supply chain, tripling…
Why Absa Bank Kenya has rolled out 110% home loan financing
Absa Bank Kenya has unveiled an enhanced home loan solution offering 110% financing to help Kenyans…
Absa Bank Kenya seals deal to mechanise 300,000 farmers
Absa Bank Kenya PLC has reached a deal agri-tech firm Hello Tractor and John Deere, a…
Enhancing trade discussed at world chambers summit in Nairobi
Business processes are being streamlined in Kenya to foster a more efficient and investor-friendly environment for…
How to ensure quality compliance as Islamic financing deepens
By Tego Wolasa The Kenyan financial sector is progressively adopting Islamic banking by integrating new Islamic…
Patricia Ithau steps down as director at Absa Bank Kenya
Patricia Ithau who has for nine years served as an Independent Non-Executive Director on the Board…
Absa Kenya Foundation donates food to vulnerable households
Absa Kenya Foundation has donated food to vulnerable households during this Holy month of Ramadhan. Working…
Absa Bank Kenya posts Ksh 20.9 billion profit, declares Ksh 1.50 per share dividends
Absa Bank Kenya has posted Ksh 20.9 billion in full year net profit for 2024, representing…
Why Women in Tech Kenya is partnering with Absa Bank Kenya
Women in Tech, a global community dedicated to supporting women in the technology sector, has officially…
Absa Bank supports SMEs for business engagements in the U.S.
Absa Bank Kenya has flagged off a delegation of Business Club members to the United States…
Absa bolsters management team with four senior appointments
Absa Bank Kenya has appointed four female directors into its leadership team pushing gender parity in…
Absa Bank Kenya appoints Anne Nyongesa as its Company Secretary
Absa Bank Kenya has made changes in the management team that has seen Anne Nyongesa appointed…
Absa entices Prestige Banking customers with retrenchment cover
Absa Bank Kenya has enhanced its Prestige Banking offering to bridge the gap in banking by…
Athletes trained on wellness ahead of 2025 Absa Sirikwa Classic World Cross Country
Absa Bank Kenya has intensified its support for athletes beyond the track by organising a financial…
Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi headlines Absa Sirikwa Classic Cross Country
Absa Bank Kenya has invested Ksh 11 million in Sirikwa Classic Cross Country, making the lender…
Absa Business Club members leave for exclusive B2B engagements in Estonia and Finland
Absa Bank Kenya has flagged off a delegation of Absa Business Club members to Estonia and…
Why Absa Bank Kenya won Top Employer for fourth year in a row
Absa Bank Kenya has, for the fourth consecutive year, been certified as Africa’s top employer by…
How Absa Bank Kenya is supporting women entrepreneurs in export businesses
In the framework of the SheTrades Commonwealth+ Programme, which is funded by United Kingdom (UK) International…