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We were honored to host the 2024 Chairman’s Ball on Wednesday, an event dedicated to advancing sustainability and strengthening partnerships for a greener future. Presided over by our Chairman, John Gachora, and graced by the Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change, and Forestry, Hon. Aden Duale, as Chief Guest, the event highlighted the banking sector's role in supporting Kenya’s climate agenda. Guided by the theme “Bound for Conservation”, the forum highlighted the banking sector's growing commitment to environmental stewardship and responsible finance. The event saw the unveiling of the Hifadhi Programme, an initiative by the banking industry aimed at promoting afforestation, reforestation, and sustainable water management. In his address, Hon. Aden Duale commended banks for their contribution to Kenya’s climate action agenda. He lauded the sector’s achievement of growing 8 million trees in 2024 and welcomed the pledge to grow an additional 12 million trees in 2025, backed by a financial commitment of KES 366 million. Mr. John Gachora, highlighted the sector’s influence as a financier and steward of economic growth, noting that investment decisions have far-reaching impacts on the environmental. He urged banks to continue embedding sustainability principles into their operations and reiterated the sector’s commitment to supporting Kenya’s transition to a low-carbon economy. We extend our gratitude to Hon. Aden Duale for his insightful address. We also thank our stakeholders, partners, and banks for the unwavering commitment to this shared cause.
