CBK Licenses 42 More Digital Lenders

Published: 06 Jan, 2026 04:12 Sources: S1 S2 S3 Category: Business Language: English Country: Kenya

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The Central Bank of Kenya licensed 42 additional digital credit providers, raising the total number of approved lenders to 195 as Kenya tightens oversight of digital loan apps. CBK said the approvals followed rigorous reviews focused on consumer protection and governance. Governor Kamau Thugge said licensed lenders had issued 6.6 million loans worth KSh 109.8 billion by November 2025, underscoring the sector’s growing role in credit access.