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Women on boards: An ESG test for Kenya’s commercial banks
The launch of Chapter Zero Kenya further signals a shift towards stronger board-level climate governance. Such initiatives are likely to strengthen ESG integration within Kenya’s private sector by equipping directors with practical sustainability tools.
Kenya’s commercial banks are increasingly positioning themselves as champions of sustainability. From financing renewable energy projects to publishing annual ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reports, the banking sector is gradually aligning itself with global sustainability trends.
Yet, behind these evolving ESG commitments lies an often-overlooked factor that may significantly shape how banks approach sustainability: the presence of women in boardrooms.
