NCBA Bank on Thursday brought together private school owners from Ruaka for a special forum aimed at helping them run smarter, more sustainable institutions. Themed “Future-Ready Schools: Embracing Sustainability & Innovation,” the session focused on practical ways schools can strengthen operations, diversify income, and adopt modern financial management tools.
The event is part of NCBA’s wider strategy to support the education sector with flexible, forward-thinking financial solutions. According to the bank, these efforts are about more than banking they’re about building lasting partnerships with schools to support growth and resilience.
Speaking during the event, NCBA Group Director for Retail Banking, Dennis Njau, said:
“Customer obsession is at the core of our business at NCBA. We organised this forum to hear directly from our customers so we can co-create solutions that truly meet their needs. Today, we showcased tools and financial products designed to solve real challenges like upgrading facilities and managing risks.”
One of the highlights of the forum was a hands-on look at digital financial tools tailored for schools. These included:
SOMA Plus – a school management system that integrates mobile payments, simplifies admin tasks, and gives both parents and school leaders real-time access to critical data.
NCBA Tills and NCBA Connect Plus digital cash management platforms that make fee collection and reconciliation faster and more efficient.
The forum also placed strong emphasis on sustainability. NCBA introduced financing solutions that help schools implement green initiatives like solar energy and WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) projects.
A key part of this is the NCBA H2O Loan, developed in partnership with Water.org, which provides green funding options alongside technical support for schools looking to go sustainable.
Beyond that, NCBA outlined its broader portfolio of education-focused financial services from school bus financing and infrastructure loans, to insurance products like Student Personal Accident Cover and School Fees Protection Cover, as well as leasing options for schools that want to grow without heavy upfront investment.
Kiambaa Private Schools Association (KIPSA) Chairman, Hiram Mbugua, welcomed the bank’s approach, calling the forum both practical and timely.
“This forum has been very helpful to us as school owners. We’ve learned about financial and risk management solutions, and how NCBA can be a long-term partner. From sustainable water projects to digital tools and insurance solutions, NCBA is now a preferred one-stop shop for schools under our association.”
The Ruaka engagement is one of several NCBA initiatives aimed at working directly with key sectors like education to provide knowledge, tools, and financial support that drive sustainable growth.
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