I&M Bank boosts SME and green financing

I&M Bank increased its green lending from Sh3.5 billion in 2024 to Sh3.7 billion in 2025, according to its sustainability report. However, the lender’s agricultural financing declined from Sh2.4 billion in 2024 to Sh2.3 billion in 2025. Meanwhile, financing for micro, small and medium enterprises rose from Sh13 billion to Sh18 billion, representing a Sh5 billion increase in just one year. Jimmy Mbogoh reports.