KCB Partners with Kenya Investment Authority to Support Investors – IT News Africa

KCB Bank Kenya has signed a strategic partnership with the Kenya Investment Authority (Invest Kenya) to enhance facilitation and support for foreign investors establishing and expanding their operations in Kenya.

The partnership will streamline access to financial services, investment facilitation, and business advisory solutions tailored to international investors across priority sectors, including manufacturing, infrastructure, renewable energy, and ICT. Services will include transacting and payments, investment and project financing, trade facilitation, and linkages to local partners—enabling investors to scale quickly and efficiently.

“KCB recognizes that foreign direct investment is vital to Kenya’s economic growth, job creation, and innovation,” said Mrs. Annastacia Kimtai, Managing Director, KCB Bank Kenya. “Through this partnership, we will offer tailor-made banking solutions that allow investors to hit the ground running.”

The collaboration aims to deliver a seamless investor experience by integrating KCB’s financial solutions with government-led investment facilitation services, strengthening Kenya’s positioning as a leading investment hub in Africa.

“This is a major step towards enhancing Kenya’s investment facilitation framework,” said Mr. John Mwendwa, Chief Executive Officer, Invest Kenya. “We will leverage KCB’s reach, scale and expertise to bolster investments across sectors. This partnership underscores our commitment to deepen Kenya’s positioning as an investment destination.”

KCB Bank continues to support efforts to attract and retain quality investment by providing robust financial solutions and strategic partnerships that unlock economic potential across key sectors.