NCBA hosted its commercial banking customers for a forum aimed at helping entrepreneurs navigate emerging risks in the operating business environment. With over 100 attendees, business leaders discussed strategies on how to tackle cybercrime, climate change, fraud, and employee liability.
Recent reports from the Communication Authority of Kenya indicate 4.5 billion cyberthreats in 2025, and issued advisories, highlighting the growing importance of cybersecurity awareness and robust defense mechanisms. The cost of a cyber breach is estimated to be millions of shillings, threatening operations and customer trust. At the same time, climate shocks wipe out 3–5% of Kenya’s GDP annually, displacing agriculture, trade, and infrastructure.
“We recognize that our customers expect more than financial support to run their businesses. By integrating our banking and insurance solutions and supporting them to embed these solutions into their operations, we are helping them mitigate future risks and unlock sustainable growth. This is how NCBA delivers its promise of being a true business partner, beyond the usual credit provider,” said NCBA Bancassurance Intermediary Ltd Managing Director, Samuel Odhiambo.
Stakeholders from mid-to-large enterprises across manufacturing, agribusiness, ICT, trade, and real estate engaged in discussions on how businesses can develop resilience while positioning for growth. Themed “Future-Proofing Business Amid Emerging Risks,” the forum provided practical insights on how integrated banking and insurance solutions can shield companies from disruption.
The panel explored how integrated banking and insurance offerings enable businesses to prepare for future risks. Illustrations included the Go Insure digital platform through which customers can access and manage policies seamlessly, Cyber Edge Insurance that protects businesses from the impacts of data loss due to cyber attacks or ransomware, fraud and management risk covers, and employee benefits packages that ensure workforce security and retention.
The Commercial Banking and Insurance breakfast underscores NCBA’s commitment to forge stronger relationships with its clients and to continue positioning itself as a reliable financial partner.