NAIROBI, Kenya, May 16 – 18 entrepreneurs have graduated from the NCBA and Strathmore University Business School Enterprise Development Programme.
The 16-week programme, which focused on most sectors of the economy, is designed to equip SMEs with the tools and skills to identify and seize business opportunities, foster innovation, and unlock their business potential.
It also nurtures socially responsible and viable businesses, thereby fostering successful business entrepreneurship in the region.
“As we celebrate the graduation of the second cohort from the NCBA-SBS Enterprise Development Programme, we reaffirm our commitment to empowering SMEs,” Tirus Mwithiga, NCBA Group Director, Retail Banking, said.
“At NCBA, we believe in fostering growth and resilience within the business community, aligning with our mission as a trusted financial partner,” Mwithiga added.
“These graduates exemplify the transformative impact of tailored support, inspiring us to continue championing entrepreneurial success.”
The bank also targets at least 25 SME businesses for the 3rd cohort of the NCBA-SBS Enterprise Development Programme, with enrolment opening for the next programme on May 21, 2024.
“……the fruitful collaboration between Strathmore Business School and NCBA in delivering the Enterprise Development Programme (EDP) as well as the Owner Manager Programme (OMP),” Caesar Mwangi, Executive Dean at Strathmore University Business School, said.
By Alvin Agufana
