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Premier Bank seeks greater trust in Shariah-compliant products

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Premier Bank seeks greater trust in Shariah-compliant products

At the international level, the Islamic Financial Services Board has also placed Sharia governance at the centre of confidence and financial stability in the sector. In 2025, it adopted principles aimed at strengthening supervisory oversight of Sharia governance across Islamic banks, takaful institutions and Islamic capital-market institutions

By Chrispho Owuor 10 Sep 2026

Premier Bank targets women with Shariah-Compliant banking products

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Premier Bank targets women with Shariah-Compliant banking products

The bank's approach comes as Kenya's financial inclusion landscape continues to expand, although significant gaps remain in access to and use of financial products

By Chrispho Owuor 9 Sep 2026

Standard Chartered Kenya reports Sh62.5bn in sustainable finance assets

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Standard Chartered Kenya reports Sh62.5bn in sustainable finance assets

Since 2021, the bank has generated Sh7.9 billion in cumulative sustainable finance revenue, driven by demand for solutions supporting climate resilience, financial inclusion and long-term growth.

By Samuel Otieno 30 Jul 2026

Stima Sacco warns members against fraudulent PIN and password requests

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Stima Sacco warns members against fraudulent PIN and password requests

Members are being falsely told that their PINs will be changed and are asked to share confidential information. The Sacco urges members not to disclose PINs, passwords, OTPs, or banking credentials and to report suspicious activity immediately.

By Chrispho Owuor 12 Mar 2026