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Gov’t payment delays push Kenyan SMEs to alternative financing

Sacco ReviewJuly 27, 202604 mins

Government pending bills rose to Ksh 465.87 billion by March 2026, worsening cash flow challenges for SMEs supplying public institutions. Delayed payments are forcing many SMEs to rely on trade finance and short term borrowing to meet payroll, pay suppliers and sustain operations. Kenya’s rising government pending bills are pushing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)…

Women entrepreneurs still locked out of credit despite growing role in local economy

Sacco ReviewJune 13, 202605 mins

Women‑owned enterprises continue to face significant barriers in accessing business financing despite their expanding role in Kenya’s economy, new data shows. Figures released by Metropol Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) reveal that female‑led businesses account for just 27 per cent of outstanding MSME credit value, compared to 73 per cent for male‑owned firms. This means that…