Eastleigh Traders Collaborate with Bank for Development


Efforts to transform Eastleigh, Nairobi into a more environmentally friendly and sustainable business center are gaining traction as traders and community leaders seek partnerships to improve environmental conservation.

  The trading hub, recognized for its commerce and regional trade, is now focused on achieving a balance between economic growth and sustainability, as stated by the Eastleigh Business Community Secretary General (SG), Omar Ibrahim Hussein. During a recent customer engagement forum with Equity Bank, Hussein underscored the community’s dedication to fostering a sustainable environment. "We are pursuing partnerships to green the Eastleigh business hub and ensure environmental sustainability. This is crucial for the future of our businesses and the community as a whole," he remarked. Furthermore, the SG stressed the importance of extending operating hours at the BBS Mall Branch, proposing that the branch remain open beyond the current closing time of 4:30 pm. He pointed out that this change would better serve the evening trading peaks and provide traders with convenient access to banking services during their busiest periods. "Our partnership with Equity is longstanding. We started with just one branch, but now we have two, and they continue to promote financial inclusion among our community. We are served by our own sons and daughters, who understand us and our language," Hussein shared at the forum attended by over 40 business leaders in Eastleigh. In response to these requests, Equity Bank Kenya Managing Director (MD), Moses Nyabanda, assured traders of the bank’s willingness to co-create solutions that align with their goals. "Our commitment has always been to accompany individuals and businesses, supporting you as you grow existing enterprises or explore new opportunities. We are prepared to stand with you not only here in Kenya but also as you expand your investments internationally," the MD asserted.

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