Absa Bank Kenya

Over the years, we have been committed to supporting education and skills development through interventions such as scholarships, #ReadyToWork, #Computer4Schools and recently, the GirlCode Hackathon program. #AbsaKenyaFoundation promises more. We are here to impact more than 750,000 youth through education and skills, aligning them with the needs of tomorrow’s industry. #EmpoweringYourStory #YourStoryMatters

Earlier this month, we took the #WezeshaBiashara Caravan to Nyeri, where we engaged in invaluable conversations with our customers. During these discussions, business owners in attendance gained valuable insights into our offerings in affordable housing, bancassurance, trade financing, and SME solutions. The events underscored our dedication to empowering businesses and strengthening communities, reaffirming our commitment to building a resilient and future-ready ecosystem for entrepreneurs. Together, we are creating impactful opportunities and driving sustainable growth. #YourStoryMatter

🚀 Innovation in Action Our CIO, MOSES OKUNDI shared powerful insights at Kenya Innovation Week 2024, showcasing how solutions like Timiza are driving financial inclusion and empowering Kenyans. #KIW2024 #Timiza #YourStoryMatters

New Episode Alert! The full interview with Charles Wokabi, MPRSK, Head of Sustainability, Communications, and Corporate Relations at Absa Bank Kenya PLC, is out now! Captured during The Banking Industry Sustainable Finance Summit & Catalyst Awards by Kenya Bankers Association, Charles dives into the financial sector’s transformative role in creating a sustainable future. Don’t miss his invaluable insights—watch now! https://lnkd.in/dJMzUQFC #SustainabilitySummit2024 #catalystawards2024

We are thrilled to have been recognized at the 12th Gender Mainstreaming Awards held in Nairobi last Friday. This achievement and recognition reaffirms our commitment to fostering women’s economic empowerment across the community, workplace, and region. Awarded Categories: ▫ Women Economic Empowerment in the Community ▫ Women Economic Empowerment in East Africa ▫ Women Economic Empowerment in the Workplace ▫ Inclusive Leader and Positive Role Model – our Business Banking Director Elizabeth Wasunna - Ochwa A big thank you to our dedicated team and inspiring clients who continue to support our mission.  Together, we’re creating impactful stories and empowering Africa’s tomorrow, one story at a time. #WomenInBusiness

At the 2024 𝐂𝐈𝐎𝟏𝟎𝟎 𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬, Absa Bank Kenya and Absa Group showcased leadership in innovation, data strategy, and responsible technology adoption. Our dynamic tech leaders shared their vision for the future, with our Chief Information Officer, MOSES OKUNDI, delving into the evolving role of CIOs in the AI and cybersecurity era. His fireside chat highlighted how cloud capabilities are driving agility and innovation. On his part, our Chief Data Officer, Hartnell Ndungi, emphasised the critical role of data governance and strategy in shaping organisational success. We also bagged several major awards including: Gold Mark for Excellence in Enterprise IT Adoption – Absa Group South Africa. Silver Mark for Excellence in Enterprise IT Adoption – Absa Bank Kenya. At the event, our Director of Consumer Banking, Moses Muthui, was also celebrated among the Top 3 CXOs of the Year for championing technology and innovation as a non-tech executive. We’re proud to be at the forefront of shaping the future of technology, where innovation meets. #CIO100 #YourStoryMatters

At Absa Bank Kenya we understand that resilience in investments requires a balance across short, medium, and long-term goals. As Elizabeth Irungu, CFA CEO of Absa Asset Management Ltd., highlights: ‘You can get frustrated if you have illiquid assets only. Think of short, medium, and long-term goals. Buy assets with all time horizons.’ This Saturday, November 23rd, at the 4th Annual Abojani Economic Empowerment Conference, we are proud to be part of a conversation on how African households and businesses can build staying power. We joined industry leaders and experts for insights on building a resilient portfolio and creating wealth that lasts. #EconomicEmpowermentKE #InvestingForGrowth #YourStoryMatters

Elizabeth Irungu... She joined Absa Asset Management Ltd in September 2022 from ICEA Lion Asset Management where she was the General Manager for Business Development and Client Relations. She has close to 2 decades of experience in Economic research, Fixed Income Research and Analysis, Budgeting and Project Management and Portfolio Management.... Read More Here: https://lnkd.in/dviNBNme Elizabeth Irungu, CFA Absa Bank Kenya #EconomicEmpowermentKE #StayingPowerKE

Entrepreneurship is a key driver of Kenya’s economy, and through #AbsaKenyaFoundation, we’re accelerating access to knowledge and markets for SMEs -especially women and youth-owned businesses. By empowering these entrepreneurs, we’re improving livelihoods and contributing to Kenya’s growth story. #EmpoweringYourStory #YourStoryMatters

Our Business Club members are in Lusaka, Zambia this week for the Kenya-Zambia Trade Expo 2024, hosted by Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry and TradeMark Africa The Expo serves as a unique chance to explore fresh opportunities and strengthen trade ties under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). As partners with a strong footprint in both Kenya and Zambia, we are keen on empowering businesses as they connect, collaborate, and expand across borders. #WezeshaBiashara