NAIROBI, Kenya, June 9 – Metropol Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) and Postbank Kenya have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under the Jipange Leo, Jenga Kesho campaign to promote financial literacy among Kenyan youth.
The agreement, signed by Metropol CRB Chief Executive Officer Gideon Kipyakwai and Postbank Kenya Managing Director FFCCA, CPA Raphael Lekolool, seeks to equip young people with the knowledge and skills needed to manage finances effectively, develop a savings culture, and access credit responsibly.
The partnership brings together Postbank Kenya’s commitment to financial inclusion and Metropol CRB’s expertise in credit education to help young people make informed financial decisions and build a stronger financial future.
Speaking during the signing ceremony, the two institutions said the initiative aims to empower the youth with practical financial management skills, enabling them to navigate an increasingly complex financial landscape.
The collaboration will focus on financial education programmes targeting young people across the country, with an emphasis on budgeting, saving, credit management, and responsible borrowing.
Also present during the signing were Postbank Kenya’s Manager for Strategic Partnerships Amos Khangati, Head of Marketing and Corporate Affairs Catherine Magua, and Metropol’s Head of B2B Commercials Sila Ronoh, who will support implementation of the initiative.
The partners noted that strengthening financial literacy among young people is critical to improving financial inclusion and fostering long-term economic empowerment.
Through the Jipange Leo, Jenga Kesho campaign, the two institutions hope to nurture a financially informed generation capable of making sound financial decisions and contributing to the country’s economic growth.
