By Gitahi Ngunyi
@gitahi_ngunyi
Kingdom Bank has today opened its 21st branch in Kitale Town, Trans Nzoia County.
In a statement circulated to media outlets, the bank said opening of the branch which part of its strategic expansion marked a significant milestone in the Bank’s mission to enhance financial inclusion and support the vibrant economic landscape of Kenya.
Located at the GH Tanna Building along Kenyatta Street, the new branch reaffirms the Bank’s
commitment to being a steadfast partner for the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Kitale and beyond, and especially local entrepreneurs, agribusiness investors and commercial farmers.
Speaking during the opening of the branch, Kingdom Bank Managing Director, Anthony
Mburu said the bank was excited to expand our footprint to Kitale, the vibrant hub of Kenya’s bread basket that is Trans Nzoia County.
“This new branch is part of our ongoing network expansion program that will see Kingdom Bank open new branches in carefully selected towns and commercial centres throughout the country. We look forward to becoming a catalyst for the growth and development of Kitale and Trans Nzoia County,” said Mburu.
Kingdom Bank is confident that the Kitale business and farming community will find the bank’s solutions most useful, notably farm input loans and insurance, asset finance for the acquisition of vehicles, farm machinery and essential equipment to retool and revitalize their farms and businesses. In addition to the branch, customers can access bank services through the KB Mobile App or through the USSD *344#.
Trans Nzoia Governor, George Natembeya who was chief guest at the event said opening of the branch in the county was a vote of confidence in the people of Kitale and Trans Nzoia County as a whole.
“I wish to assure the Managing Director of Kingdom Bank and your Board that you will find this town and the region a most productive space that will be very rewarding for your bank. My doors will always be open to you for any consultations and support that you may need,” said the governor.