NCBA has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming Kenya’s education sector by hosting a high-impact forum for private school owners in Ruaka, themed “Future-Ready Schools: Embracing Sustainability & Innovation.” The engagement brought together education leaders to explore financial, digital, and sustainability solutions designed to strengthen school operations and promote long-term growth.
Championing sustainability in education
At the heart of the forum was NCBA’s drive to equip schools with practical tools for embracing sustainability. Through a partnership with Water.org, the bank introduced the NCBA H₂O Loan – a tailored financing solution for Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) projects. The partnership also provides technical assistance and credit guarantee support, enabling schools to implement green initiatives, such as adopting solar energy and upgrading water infrastructure.
Commenting on the engagement, NCBA Group Director, Retail Banking, Dennis Njau,
emphasised the bank’s mission: “Customer obsession is at the core of our business at NCBA.
And this is why we have organised this forum: to get feedback from our customers.
Together, we can co-create solutions that work for them. At today’s session, we showcased
tailored offerings that address real challenges schools face, from financing facility upgrades to
managing operational risks.”
emphasised the bank’s mission: “Customer obsession is at the core of our business at NCBA.
And this is why we have organised this forum: to get feedback from our customers.
Together, we can co-create solutions that work for them. At today’s session, we showcased
tailored offerings that address real challenges schools face, from financing facility upgrades to
managing operational risks.”
Driving digital transformation in schools
NCBA also showcased its portfolio of digital solutions designed to improve efficiency and transparency in school management. SOMA Plus, a comprehensive digital school management system, enables schools to streamline administrative tasks, integrate mobile payments, and provide parents and school leaders with real-time access to data.
In addition, NCBA Tills and Connect Plus, the bank’s advanced cash management platforms, were introduced as efficient tools for seamless fee collection, reconciliation, and business transactions within the education sector.
Accessible financing for growth and innovation
To address infrastructure and operational needs, NCBA offers a range of accessible financing products, including asset finance for buildings and equipment, school bus financing, leasing options, and bancassurance products like student accident and fees protection covers, enabling schools to expand sustainably while effectively managing operational and financial risks.
A trusted partner for private schools
School leaders welcomed the initiative, with Hiram Mbugua, Chairman of Kiambaa Private Schools Association (KIPSA), praising NCBA’s approach:
“This forum has been very helpful to us as school owners. We have learnt about financial and
risk management solutions, and we now see how NCBA can be a strategic partner in growing
Our institutions sustainably. Association’s umbrella of schools as the preferred one-stop shop financial services provider. We do look forward to collaborating with NCBA on this front,” said Mbugua
risk management solutions, and we now see how NCBA can be a strategic partner in growing
Our institutions sustainably. Association’s umbrella of schools as the preferred one-stop shop financial services provider. We do look forward to collaborating with NCBA on this front,” said Mbugua
The Ruaka forum is part of NCBA’s broader strategy to engage directly with high-impact sectors, equipping them with knowledge, financial tools, and innovation to drive Kenya’s dynamic economy.