Microfinance banks in Kenya should begin considering the implications of the Microfinance Bill, 2026
The Microfinance Bill, 2026 seeks to replace Kenya's current framework and introduce a strengthened regulatory regime for deposit-taking microfinance banks, with expanded oversight and enforcement powers for the CBK. Dominic Indokhomi and Nairuko Kantai of Bowmans Kenya discuss the impact of the proposed reforms and how microfinance banks should prepare for the anticipated regulatory changes.