Safeguarding Kenya's Financial System
The Bank Supervision Department ensures the safety and soundness of financial institutions, protecting depositors and maintaining confidence in Kenya's banking system.
Institutions Under Our Watch
CBK supervises various categories of financial institutions to ensure stability and protect consumers
Commercial Banks
39 Licensed BanksLicensing, regulation, and supervision of commercial banks operating in Kenya
Microfinance Banks
13 MFBsOversight of microfinance institutions providing financial services to underserved populations
Forex Bureaus
70+ BureausRegulation of foreign exchange bureaus and their operations
Credit Reference Bureaus
3 CRBsSupervision of credit information sharing mechanisms
Our Key Functions
The supervision framework ensures financial institutions operate safely and soundly
Licensing
Assessment and approval of applications for banking licenses
Surveillance
Continuous monitoring of financial institutions' operations and risk profiles
Enforcement
Implementation of corrective measures and enforcement actions
Regulation
Development and implementation of prudential guidelines