The reduced interest rate on all new and existing Kenya Shilling-denominated credit facilities will comprise the revised Equity Bank Reference Rate (EBRR) of 17.39% plus a margin, currently capped at a maximum of 8.5% per annum.
MoreRemittances are a key economic driver in Sub-Saharan Africa with a reported $53 billion flowing into the region in 2022. In Kenya, the Central Bank of Kenya reported $5.77 billion worth of foreign currency inflows in 2022.
Cross-border remittances unlock financial inclusion by empowering individuals
MoreThrough Mastercard Cross-Border Services, Equity Bank customers will be able to send funds through any Equity Branch Location in Kenya.
MoreCBK has said it has received 480 applications since March 2022 and has worked closely with the applicants in reviewing their applications.
MoreA mortgage shortens the period to homeownership and allows you to purchase a house as a future investment
MoreThe move will see the addition of a new transaction band of KSh151,000 to KSh250,000 for Send Money, Lipa Na M-PESA BuyGoods, PayBill and all other transactions.
MoreThe waiver will make I&M Bank the first lender in Kenya to officially offer zero fees for Bank to M-PESA and Airtel Money transactions.
MoreA statement from the CBK indicated that the 22 are among over 300 providers that have so far applied to be licenced.
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