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From Left:NBK Managing Director George Odhiambo and Right Optiven Limited Chief Executive Officer, Dr George Wachiuri during the signing of the MoU to expand access to financing for property and land investments in Kenya.
National Bank of Kenya has signed a strategic partnership with Optiven Limited to expand access to financing for property and land investments in Kenya.
Formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the partnership will see NBK provide structured financing solutions to customers investing in Optiven’s property developments, while Optiven Limited offers investors access to a credible and diverse real estate portfolio.
This collaboration is set to enhance access to affordable and credible property investment options for Kenyans locally and in the diaspora, while advancing financial inclusion and responsible investment.
Speaking during the signing, NBK Managing Director George Odhiambo noted that the partnership reflects the Bank’s commitment to supporting wealth creation through strategic sector partnerships, recognising real estate as a key driver of household financial security and national economic growth.
“This partnership with Optiven Limited is anchored on our shared commitment to expanding access to credible property investment and supporting more Kenyans on their wealth creation journey.
As a bank, we recognise the important role real estate plays in household financial security and national economic growth.” NBK Managing Director,Mr George Odhiambo.
Optiven Limited Chief Executive Officer, Dr George Wachiuri, welcomed the partnership stating that “Our customers, both locally and across the global diaspora, will benefit immensely from the structured financial solutions that National Bank of Kenya brings to this partnership.
As a leading player in the real estate space, Optiven Limited remains committed to partnerships that deliver real value to our customers as we pursue our strategy of providing sustainable solutions where all stakeholders win,” said Dr Wachiuri.
The partnership comes at a time when Kenya’s real estate sector continues to grow, supported by government initiatives such as the Affordable Housing Programme and increased collaboration across the sector.
