KCB Rwanda Partners with the SME Response Clinic Learn More “We appreciate that we are in this together. We want to assure our customers that we are looking long-term. Keep engaging.” GEORGE ODHIAMBO, MANAGING DIRECTOR, KCB BANK RWANDA THE LATEST INSIGHTS FROM KCB Kenya Commercial Bank COVID-19 Response to Support SME SectorUncategorizedJune 15, 2021 Empowering Rwanda’s SME’s – The engine for growthUncategorizedJune 15, 2021 How is KCB meeting customer needs in this crisis?Financial ManagementApril 27, 2020 More on KCBMORE INSIGHTS FOR YOUR BUSINESS Do you have an agribusiness with a climate-smart innovative solution? Apply for funding and business development support from CGIAR before 8 January 2024Insights for My Business,Expanding My SkillsNovember 30, 2023 Calling Tech Entrepreneurs for the Africa Tech Summit Investment Showcase. 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