KCB Issues Ksh 48.8 Billion in Green Loans, Screens Ksh 587.9 Billion

KCB Group Plc disbursed Ksh 48.8 billion in green financing loans to support environmentally sustainable projects across renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, green buildings, clean transportation, water management, and climate-smart investments.

In a press release issued on June 10, 2026, the Group also independently verified KShs. 9.9 billion using the Climate Assessment for Financial Institutions (CAFI) tool, strengthening accountability in its green financing portfolio.

In addition, the lender screened Ksh. 587.9 billion worth of transactions under its Environmental and Social Due Diligence framework across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda.

This dual effort helped the Group exceed its strategic target of allocating 25% of total lending to green projects, pushing it to 25.84% in 2025, up from 21.6% in 2024.

The disclosures appear in the 2025 KCB Group Sustainability Report themed “Transitioning Economies,” which highlights the Group’s push to position sustainable finance as a key driver of inclusive economic transformation across East Africa.

KCB Group CEO Highlights Climate-Driven Financing Strategy

KCB Group CEO Paul Russo says the Bank now aligns its financing decisions and business strategy with climate resilience goals to support sustainable enterprise growth and long-term economic prosperity.

“KCB seeks to play a bigger role in building a robust and sustainable financial ecosystem across East Africa by developing tailored green financing solutions for MSMEs, households, and corporates,” Russo said.

“We aim to support the adoption of sustainable practices across key sectors,” he added.

He further added that the group will deepen partnerships with global climate financiers, strengthen product innovation, and accelerate the shift toward a low-carbon and climate-resilient economy.

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Tree Growing Campaign Surpasses 3.5 Million Trees

The group expanded its environmental conservation drive through its ongoing tree-growing campaign, strengthening Kenya’s national climate action agenda and ecosystem restoration efforts.

In 2025, the Group exceeded its target of 1.5 million trees and went on to plant more than 3.5 million trees.

It achieved this milestone through over 200 regional tree-planting events conducted in partnership with 1,778 schools and other stakeholders.

KCB Group Wellness Initiative Participation and Parental Leave Trends (2024 vs. 2025).

Clean Energy Expansion Reaches Schools and Branch Network

KCB advanced its clean energy agenda in the education sector through its Learning Institutions Customer Value Proposition (CVP).

Through this programme, the Group enabled 266 schools to adopt cleaner cooking systems, backed by KShs. 782.5 million in financing.

At the same time, KCB expanded its solar energy rollout across its operations.

The Group installed solar systems in 16 branches, including Maasai Mara, Wajir, Mandera, Watamu, Lamu, Loitoktok, Kakuma, Namanga, and the Karen Leadership Centre.

It now plans to extend solar installations to 30 additional branches to further reduce its carbon footprint.

As these initiatives scaled up, the group cut resource use for fuel and electricity by 2% and reduced overall emissions by 13%, reinforcing its shift toward cleaner and more efficient operations.

KCB Group Green Lending Sector Asset Allocation and Portfolio Risk Categorization.

Youth Employment and Enterprise Support Expands

Through its foundation programmes, KCB supported over 265,300 jobs and strengthened workforce readiness for 16,549 youth through targeted skills development initiatives.

In addition, the Group empowered 38,635 youth-led businesses under the 2Jiajiri Young Africa Works programme.

Overall, the Group supported 67,090 businesses, reinforcing its commitment to inclusive economic transformation and enterprise development.

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Women Entrepreneurs and Refugee Inclusion Gain Momentum

KCB disbursed KShs. 149 billion to women-led businesses through its Female-Led and Made Enterprise (FLME) programme, advancing its five-year target of KShs. 250 billion in financing for women entrepreneurs.

Meanwhile, the Group expanded financial inclusion for displaced communities by enabling 20,299 refugees to access formal banking services.

Using UNHCR identification, KCB also disbursed KShs. 71.4 million in loans to refugee entrepreneurs, helping them start and grow businesses while strengthening economic integration.

KCB published its third sustainability report under limited assurance review, demonstrating stronger transparency in its reporting framework.

The report aligns with IFRS S1 and S2 standards and accompanies the 2025 Integrated Report.

By adopting these standards early, the Group positions itself ahead of the mandatory 2027 reporting requirement and reinforces its commitment to global sustainability disclosure best practices.

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From Left: KCB Group Finance Director, Lawrence Kimathi, Group Chairman, Dr. Joseph Kinyua and Group CEO, Paul Russo share a light moment during a past event. PHOTO/FILE.