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🌍 Speaker Spotlight | Gideon Kipyakwai Driving the Future of Credit Information Sharing in Africa. | 🔗 Register today: https://lnkd.in/dRbkAzkZ We are pleased to welcome Gideon Kipyakwai, Chief Executive Officer of Metropol Corporation Limited CRB as a speaker at the 3rd Africa Credit & Risk Reporting Conference which will be hosted in partnership with Creditinfo Group Creditinfo Kenya Ltd Creditinfo Namibia, Metropol Corporation Limited and Kenya Airways. With over 20 years of executive leadership spanning banking, ICT, and public service, Gideon has been at the forefront of advancing Credit Information Sharing (CIS) across the region. His contributions to technical working groups in Kenya and Uganda have helped shape the evolution of credit reporting frameworks, responsible lending, and risk management practices that continue to strengthen Africa's financial ecosystem. As Africa accelerates towards Open Finance, Gideon brings a wealth of practical experience on how robust credit infrastructure, trusted data, and industry collaboration can unlock greater financial inclusion while supporting sustainable credit growth. Join us in Windhoek as he shares valuable insights on the future of credit reporting and the role of credit bureaus in building resilient and inclusive financial markets. 📍 Hilton Windhoek, Namibia 📅 14–16 October 2026 We are proud to have Metropol CRB, one of our valued conference partners, contributing to the conversations shaping Africa's credit future. 🔗 Register today: https://lnkd.in/dRbkAzkZ #ACRRC2026 #SpeakerSpotlight #CreditInformationSharing #OpenFinance #RiskManagement #FinancialInclusion #MetropolCRB #CISKenya #AfricaFinance #ThoughtLeadership

🎤 Speaker Spotlight | Christine Waita What gets measured gets managed and data is transforming the future of financial inclusion across Africa. We are delighted to welcome Christine Waita Manager, Data & Compliance at the Kenya Bankers Association (KBA), as a speaker at the 3rd Africa Credit & Risk Reporting Conference, taking place from 14–16 October 2026 in Windhoek, Namibia in partnership with Creditinfo Namibia, Creditinfo Group Creditinfo Kenya Ltd Creditinfo Uganda, Metropol Corporation Limited and Kenya Airways. Christine is at the forefront of using data to drive inclusive finance. She leads the Gender Disaggregated MSME Credit Dashboard at KBA, a pioneering initiative that tracks credit flows, approval rates, and financing gaps for women-led businesses across Kenya's banking sector. She also spearheads the data workstream for the WE Finance Code Kenya Chapter, helping establish standards for sex-disaggregated data reporting that inform policy and expand access to finance. As Chair of Pillar 6 of Kenya's National Financial Inclusion Strategy (2025–2028), Christine brings together banks, regulators, and development partners to advance financial inclusion for women, youth, MSMEs, and other underserved communities. At this year's conference, she will contribute to critical discussions on how data, credit information sharing, and evidence-based decision-making can unlock greater financial inclusion, strengthen credit markets, and support the implementation of Open Finance across Africa. If you're passionate about building more inclusive, resilient, and data-driven financial ecosystems, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. 📍 Hilton Windhoek, Namibia 📅 14–16 October 2026 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/dRbkAzkZ Join regulators, financial institutions, fintechs, development partners, and industry leaders from across the continent as we shape the future of credit information sharing and risk reporting in Africa. #AfricaCreditRiskConference #SpeakerSpotlight #CISKenya #OpenFinance #FinancialInclusion #WomenInFinance #MSMEFinance #AlternativeData #CreditInformationSharing #DataDrivenDecisions #RiskManagement #AfricaFinance #KenyaBankersAssociation Karin Jansen van Vuuren

🎤 Speaker Spotlight | Lucy Kiai | Join Us https://lnkd.in/dRbkAzkZ The future of lending is being shaped by #data, #artificialintelligence, and responsible #innovation. We are delighted to welcome Lucy Kiai, Director, Digital Lending & Risk Management at Accion , as a speaker at the 3rd Africa Credit & Risk Reporting Conference, taking place 14–16 October 2026 in Windhoek, Namibia in partnership with Creditinfo Group Creditinfo Namibia Creditinfo Kenya Ltd Creditinfo Uganda, Metropol Corporation Limited & Kenya Airways as our official travel partner. With over 17 years of experience spanning banking, microfinance, telecommunications, and digital financial services, Lucy has led transformative initiatives across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, helping financial institutions design innovative lending solutions that expand access to responsible credit while strengthening risk management. At this year's conference, Lucy will bring invaluable insights on how #digitallending, #alternativedata,#Ai , and #customercentric innovation are reshaping credit ecosystems and creating new opportunities for #financialinclusion across Africa. Her expertise will be especially relevant as industry leaders explore this year's theme: Advancing Africa's Credit & Risk Reporting for Open Finance. Whether you're a regulator, financial institution, fintech innovator, policymaker, or development partner, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. 📍 Hilton Windhoek, Namibia 📅 14–16 October 2026 🔗 Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/dRbkAzkZ Join us as we bring together Africa's leading minds to shape the future of credit, risk reporting, and open finance. #AfricaCreditRiskConference #SpeakerSpotlight #OpenFinanceAfrica #DigitalLending #CreditRisk #FinancialInclusion #AI #AlternativeData #FintechAfrica #CISKenya #AccionAdvisory #RiskManagement Karin Jansen van Vuuren

🚀 Accelerating SACCO Compliance: Is Your Team Ready? As the industry aligns toward the #CISValidataTool implementation, ensuring your SACCO's technical readiness for Phase II Rollout is no longer a future plan, it is a current priority. This Thursday, 23rd July 2026, we will be hosting an essential online sensitization webinar specifically curated to guide SACCO leadership, IT, and risk teams through the critical steps toward a seamless transition. If your organization has not yet nominated its technical and operational representatives, now is the time to secure your slots. 🎯 What We Will Address This Thursday: 1. Phase II Requirements: Break down exactly what is expected of your institution. 2. The Go-Live Certification Test (GCT): Step-by-step guidance to clear the technical hurdles. 3. Risk & Mitigation: How streamlining your data submission immediately reduces compliance and customer litigation risks. Simultaneous CRB Reporting: Best practices for utilizing the unified platform to push data seamlessly to all licensed CRBs. 👥 Who Should Join? To maximize the value of this session, we strongly encourage joint attendance from your: Chief Executive Officers & Board Risk Committees Credit & Portfolio Managers ICT & Systems Administrators Compliance & Legal Officers 🔗 Secure your institution’s technical readiness. Register your team here: https://lnkd.in/dvYfyVmB Let’s work together to eliminate reporting errors, enhance data integrity, and safeguard your portfolio performance. #SACCOs #FinancialInclusion #CreditInformationSharing #CISKenya #DataIntegrity #RegulatoryCompliance #DigitalTransformation Stima Sacco Society Ltd SOLUTION SACCO Ushuru Sacco KEWISCO SACCO New Milimani Sacco MHASIBU DT SACCO Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) Ushuru Sacco Society Limited|LinkedIn

In just 2 days, credit leaders, risk strategists, and financial executives from across the region will gather at Sawela Lodges, Naivasha, for the Credit Risk Management Workshop (July 22–24, 2026). With the workshop kicking off this Wednesday, the window to secure your seat and prepare your organization for an shifting credit lifecycle is closing fast. Why this is a must-attend this week: Mitigate Rising NPLs: Walk away with actionable, data-driven frameworks to protect your portfolio against current macroeconomic headwinds. Master the Full Lifecycle: From advanced risk modeling and product-specific appraisal to proactive collections and digital-first recovery strategies. Peer Learning & Networking: Exchange insights with Chief Risk Officers, SACCO and Microfinance executives, Fintech pioneers, and regulators. If you haven’t finalized your registration or corporate team bookings, this is your final call to action. 📈 Drive sustainable, profitable lending. Don’t let your team miss out on these critical insights. 👉 Final Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/dJCM-qse 📧 Immediate Inquiries & Team Bookings: learning@ciskenya.co.ke #CreditRiskManagement #FinancialInclusion #RiskMitigation #BankingAndFinance #CISKenya #Naivasha2026 Kenya Bankers Association Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) Stima Sacco Society Ltd DFSAK .

As the financial sector continues to evolve, the role of Credit Reference Bureaus has never been more critical and especially at the #eabs2026 conference hosted by the Kenya Bankers Association advancing conversations on the theme Navigating Credit Risk in the Digital Transformation Era. Together with financial institutions, regulators, and industry partners, they are helping build a trusted credit information ecosystem that supports responsible lending, improves risk management, and expands access to finance. Through the Credit Information Sharing mechanism, Kenya has made significant strides in reducing information asymmetry and enabling more informed credit decisions. The continued collaboration between CIS Kenya and the 3 licensed Credit Reference Bureaus including Creditinfo Group Creditinfo Kenya Ltd Metropol Corporation Limited and TransUnion Kenya is strengthening #dataquality, promoting interoperability, and driving innovations that enhance confidence in the country's credit infrastructure. The presence of the Bureau CEOs including Morris Maina, Michael Nyaga and Gideon Kipyakwai at this year's conference reflects a shared commitment to shaping the future of credit information sharing, one where trusted data powers resilient financial institutions, responsible lending, and inclusive economic growth. As digital transformation reshapes financial services, our collective focus remains clear: strengthening the CIS ecosystem to ensure that better data leads to better decisions for the benefit of lenders, borrowers, and the broader economy. Together, we are building the future of credit information sharing in Kenya. #EABS2026 #CISKenya #CreditInformationSharing #CreditReferenceBureaus #CreditRisk #DataQuality #ResponsibleLending #FinancialInclusion #DigitalTransformation #Banking #FinancialServices #EastAfrica

Building trust in credit starts with building trust in data. At the 23rd #EABS2026 Conference, the conversation was clear: as financial services become increasingly digital, sustainable growth must be underpinned by strong risk management, resilient institutions, and confidence in the financial system. In his keynote address, Central Bank of Kenya Governor Dr. @Kamau Thugge, CBS, emphasized the importance of balancing innovation with stability, noting that Kenya's economic resilience, including the sustained stability of the Kenya Shilling despite global headwinds has been supported by sound macroeconomic fundamentals, prudent policy, and continued investor confidence. For us at CIS Kenya, this reinforces an important principle: Strong economies are built on informed lending decisions, and informed lending decisions are built on trusted credit information. As the industry utility for Credit Information Sharing, we work closely with Credit Reference Bureaus, financial institutions, regulators, and ecosystem partners to strengthen the integrity of Kenya's credit information infrastructure. Through initiatives such as the #CISValidataTool, industry-wide data quality standards, and collaborative innovation, we are helping create a more reliable, interoperable, and trusted credit ecosystem. When lenders have access to high-quality, timely, and consistent credit information, they are better equipped to: • Make responsible lending decisions. • Manage credit risk more effectively. • Expand access to finance with greater confidence. • Strengthen the resilience and stability of Kenya's financial sector. The future of digital finance will not be defined by technology alone. It will be defined by the quality of the data that powers it. We are proud to stand alongside the Central Bank of Kenya, the Credit Reference Bureaus, and industry stakeholders in advancing a credit information ecosystem that supports innovation, strengthens financial stability, and enables inclusive economic growth. #EABS2026 #CISKenya #CreditInformationSharing #CreditRisk #DigitalTransformation #FinancialStability #DataQuality #CreditReferenceBureaus #ResponsibleLending #FinancialInclusion #Banking #EastAfrica

Day 3 of the 23rd East African Banking School Conference is packed with game-changing insights! Christine Waita, Manager, Data and Compliance, Kenya Bankers Association has delivered a compelling presentation on Sectoral Credit Risk Assessment: Insights from disaggregated credit data. Leveraging disaggregated data from KBA’s newly launched Gender-Disaggregated MSME Dashboard (which tracks over KES 586 Billion in outstanding value), Christine challenged traditional banking assumptions with hard numbers: 1. The Gender Gap: Women have a 26.3% NPL ratio compared to 25.0% for men, yet they receive a mere 19% of credit value. This raises a critical question: are credit models simply repeating historical patterns of exclusion? 2. The Collateral Paradox: Counterintuitively, collateralized loans carry a higher NPL ratio (28.4%) than uncollateralized ones (22.4%). Collateralized write-offs are also 2.3x higher, proving that collateral merely alters the recovery path rather than preventing default. Digital Credit Stress: Digital Credit Providers are experiencing severe portfolio stress, with an NPL ratio reaching 81.3%. 3. Age Profile: The 35–44 cohort represents the highest risk concentration with 31% of Value at Risk. Through our work in credit information sharing and national policy working groups, CIS Kenya continues to champion data quality and trusted ecosystems that translate these stark realities into fairer, gender-lens credit frameworks. To our fellow risk professionals, credit providers, and policymakers: How can we, as an industry, better utilize disaggregated credit data to redesign risk-scoring models that actively dismantle historical exclusion without compromising portfolio quality? #EABS2026 #CreditRisk #FinancialInclusion #DataCompliance #EastAfricanBanking #RiskManagement

Setting the stage for a stronger credit information ecosystem. At the 23rd East African Banking School (EABS) Conference 2026 Day 1 hosted by the Kenya Bankers Association, our CEO, Andrew Njeru, opened the Roundtable Session on "Fixing Credit Information Gaps and Building Trusted Data Ecosystems" by sharing a high-level perspective on Kenya's Credit Information Sharing (CIS) framework, the progress the country has made, and the opportunities that lie ahead. As financial services continue to evolve through digital transformation, trusted, accurate, and comprehensive credit information remains fundamental to responsible lending, financial inclusion, and a resilient financial sector. Andrew's presentation highlighted how collaboration across financial institutions, regulators, and ecosystem partners can strengthen data quality, close existing information gaps, and build greater trust in credit data, enabling better decision-making for lenders while expanding access to credit for individuals and businesses. We are proud to contribute to these important conversations shaping the future of credit risk management and data-driven finance across East Africa. #EABS2026 #CISKenya #CreditInformationSharing #DataEcosystems #CreditRisk #FinancialInclusion #DigitalTransformation #Banking #Fintech #Leadership #EastAfrica

We're excited to share that our CEO, Andrew Njeru, will be speaking at the 23rd East African Banking School (EABS) Conference 2026! Hosted by the Kenya Bankers Association, this premier regional conference will bring together banking and financial services leaders from across #EastAfrica to discuss the future of the industry under the theme: "Navigating Credit Risk in the Digital Transformation Era." Andrew will join an esteemed panel of industry experts to share insights on the evolving risk landscape, credit information sharing mechanism, digital transformation, and the innovations shaping the future of financial services. 📅 13–17 July 2026 📍 Diamonds Leisure hotel &golf resort This is an excellent opportunity to connect, learn, and engage with thought leaders driving the future of banking in East Africa. Have you secured your place yet? 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/eWb9W5-3 #EABS2026 #Banking #FinancialServices #DigitalTransformation #CreditRisk #Leadership #Innovation #EastAfrica #CISKenya #KenyaBankersAssociation