Hustler Fund in 2026: What the End of Treasury Support and the Shift to NYOTA Mean for Kenyan Households and Diaspora Senders
The Hustler Fund has disbursed KSh83 billion to roughly 25 million Kenyans, but Treasury has dropped fresh allocations from July 2026 and shifted political weight to the NYOTA programme. For diaspora Kenyans funding micro-businesses back home, the credit landscape is changing.
CBK Holds the CBR at 8.75% in 2026: What the New Rate Cycle Means for Diaspora Borrowers, Savers, and Investors
The Central Bank of Kenya cut the CBR ten consecutive times before pausing at 8.75 percent in April 2026. The shift to a KESONIA-based pricing model and lower commercial bank rates change the calculus for diaspora mortgages, fixed deposits, and SACCO loans.
The Microfinance Revolution in Kenya: Empowering Small Businesses, Women, and the Unbanked
Microfinance has been one of the most significant forces for financial inclusion in Kenya, bringing formal credit, savings, and insurance services to millions of people who were previously excluded fr...
Mobile Money Beyond M-Pesa: How Digital Financial Services Are Transforming Kenya's Economy
Kenya's mobile money revolution, sparked by M-Pesa in 2007, has transformed the country into a global leader in digital financial services, with financial inclusion rising from 27 percent to over 83 p...
How to Start and Run a Successful Microfinance Business in Kenya
Microfinance has played a transformative role in expanding financial access to millions of Kenyans who are underserved by traditional banking. From community savings groups to sophisticated deposit-ta...
How to Start a Microfinance or Table Banking Business in Kenya
Microfinance and table banking have become cornerstones of financial inclusion in Kenya, providing essential credit and savings services to millions of Kenyans who cannot access traditional banking. W...
Digital Lending in Kenya: Regulations, Risks, and How to Borrow Responsibly
Digital lending has revolutionized access to credit in Kenya, with over 20 million Kenyans using mobile-based loan platforms such as M-Shwari, Fuliza, Tala, and Branch. However, the convenience of ins...
Kenyan Diaspora and Microfinance: Starting a SACCO or Lending Business in Kenya
Guide for Kenyan diaspora on starting a SACCO or microfinance business in Kenya, covering registration, regulation, digital lending, and risk management.
Kenyan Diaspora and Peer-to-Peer Lending: Alternative Finance for Your Kenya Investments
Explore alternative financing for Kenya investments — peer-to-peer lending, crowdfunding, and alternative finance platforms connecting diaspora capital with Kenyan opportunities.