Posted on March, 18, 2025 at 10:00 am
At Avenews, we believe that access to the right financing at the right time is the key to building a strong and resilient agricultural sector. That’s why we are committing to disburse KES 2.5 billion to agri-SMEs in Kenya, ensuring that businesses in the supply chain can keep moving, restocking, and growing—without being held back by cash flow challenges.
Why This Commitment Matters
Kenya’s agricultural sector contributes 35% to GDP and is the backbone of millions of livelihoods. Yet, financing for the businesses that keep this sector running—distributors, wholesalers, processors, and suppliers—has remained a challenge.
Only 3.6% of commercial bank lending goes to agriculture, despite it being one of Kenya’s largest industries.
Without working capital, businesses in the supply chain stall, slowing down Kenya’s food systems and economic growth.
Avenews is changing this reality by making financing more accessible, transparent, and designed for agri-trade.
Source: Avenews