As AMFI-K steps into 2026, the Association remains focused on strengthening the microfinance sector through targeted advocacy, capacity building, data-driven engagement, and strategic partnerships. The year is anchored on intentional engagements designed to support our members as they navigate emerging risks, regulatory expectations, innovation, and sustainability imperatives.
Below is an overview of what members can expect in 2026:
Policy & Advocacy: Strengthening Sector Voice
Policy engagement remains central to AMFI-K’s mandate. This year, the Association will continue to champion enabling policies and regulatory frameworks that support the sustainability and growth of microfinance institutions.
A key initiative under this pillar is the Microfinance Bank Round Table meetings, scheduled to take place every third Thursday of the month. This platform will bring together microfinance bank CEOs to discuss policy developments, regulatory issues, market trends, and emerging sector challenges in a focused and solutions-oriented setting.
Capacity Building: Equipping Leadership for Resilience
AMFI-K has rolled out a robust capacity-building programme aimed at strengthening institutional resilience and leadership effectiveness. Planned initiatives include:
- ESG & Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Training
Theme: From Obligation to Opportunity: Practical ESG and GRI Compliance for Business Resilience
This training will target senior-level managers, equipping them with practical knowledge on ESG integration, sustainability reporting, and compliance using GRI standards. - Strategic Risk Portfolio Resilience & Digital Transformation Training
Designed to help institutions navigate risk, strengthen portfolios, and leverage digital transformation for operational efficiency. - Data Protection & Cybersecurity Governance Training
Focused on strengthening institutional governance frameworks in response to increasing data protection and cybersecurity risks. - Investor Readiness & Fundraising Strategy Training
Theme: Positioning the Sector for Growth: Strategic Investor Engagement and Resource Mobilization
This initiative will support institutions to better engage investors and address liquidity and funding challenges within the sector.
Research & Data: Informing Decision-Making
Research and data-driven insights will continue to guide AMFI-K’s advocacy, policy engagement, and sector engagements. Insights generated will inform discussions with policymakers, development partners, and investors, while also supporting our members’ strategic decision-making.
Member Engagement: Dialogue, Learning, and Collaboration
Enhancing member engagement remains a priority, with several key touchpoints planned throughout the year:
- Members’ Forum (March 2026)
A platform to review the sector status, discuss priorities, track progress, and align on key focus areas for the year. - Annual General Meeting (June 2026)
The AGM will provide members with an opportunity to review the Association’s performance, governance matters, and strategic direction. - Members’ Sports Day & World Savings Week Commemoration (October 2026)
A two-day engagement that brings members closer to communities through field activities, games, financial literacy activities, peer learning, and networking, while commemorating World Savings Week. - Chairman’s Mbuzi Party – End of Year Cocktail (November 2026)
A reflective and networking forum to toast leadership, celebrate impact, share lessons from the year, and discuss pathways for navigating sector challenges ahead.
Partnerships & Impact: Driving Inclusive Growth
Partnerships remain central to AMFI-K’s strategy for delivering lasting impact. This year, the Association will focus on collaborations that support innovation, address liquidity challenges, and strengthen institutional sustainability.
Key highlights include:
- Inclusive Finance Awards 2026 (August 2026)
Theme: Driving Inclusive Growth: From Access to Impact
The awards will recognize innovation, impact, and excellence within the microfinance sector, with engagement from policymakers, partners & sponsors, and media houses. - Mazingira Day Participation (October 2026)
Sector participation in national environmental conservation efforts, bringing together CEOs and senior leadership to engage in tree planting and CSR initiatives.
Through strategic advocacy, targeted capacity building, research, partnerships, and consistent member engagement, AMFI-K is committed to supporting its members in navigating the evolving financial landscape, strengthening institutional resilience, addressing liquidity challenges, and expanding inclusive financial services across the country.
The Association looks forward to working closely with our members and partners throughout the year to advance financial inclusion, innovation and sustainable impact across Kenya’s microfinance sector.
