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Central Bank of Kenya Seeks Qualified Professionals for Key Positions The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has launched a recruitment drive aimed at attracting skilled professionals to fill several vacant positions. The bank is seeking individuals with a bachelor’s degree in various fields, offering opportunities across different departments. Job Opportunities Available The CBK has advertised the following roles: Cyber Risk Analyst (Business Analyst) The role holder will be responsible for carrying out and coordinating cyber threat hunting for proactive detection and prevention of cyber breaches in the banking sector. Requirements: At least three years of experience in a cybersecurity environment. A bachelor’s degree in Information Technology (IT), computer engineering, telecommunications and information engineering or computer science. Professional certification(s) in VA/PT (CEH) and Cybersecurity & Information Security (GSEC) and/or Networking (CCNA). Practical hands...

A Landmark Event for Rwanda’s MSMEs The inaugural Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Growth Symposium took place on Thursday, October 2, at the Kigali Convention Centre. Organized by Access to Finance Rwanda (AFR), in collaboration with the Government of Rwanda through the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MINICOM) and the Mastercard Foundation, the event aimed to address the challenges faced by Rwanda’s MSMEs while exploring pathways for growth and resilience. The symposium was held under the theme “Driving a thriving entrepreneurship ecosystem in Rwanda,” bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders, including policymakers, researchers, private sector leaders, development partners, financial institutions, students, and entrepreneurs. Key Findings from the Rwanda MSME FinMap 2024 One of the highlights of the symposium was the launch of AFR’s first-ever “Rwanda MSME FinMap 2024.” This report provides a comprehensive assessment of MSMEs’ access to and use of financial ser...

A Landmark Event for Rwanda’s MSMEs The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Growth Symposium took place on Thursday, October 2, marking a significant milestone in the effort to support and grow Rwanda’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Organized by Access to Finance Rwanda (AFR), in collaboration with the Government of Rwanda through the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MINICOM) and the Mastercard Foundation, the event was held at the Kigali Convention Centre under the theme “Driving a thriving entrepreneurship ecosystem in Rwanda.” The symposium brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including policymakers, researchers, private sector leaders, development partners, financial institutions, students, and entrepreneurs. One of the key highlights of the symposium was the launch of AFR’s first-ever “Rwanda MSME FinMap 2024,” a comprehensive report assessing MSMEs’ access to and use of financial services in Rwanda. According to the findings, 38% of MSMEs identified access to f...