NCBA Bank has partnered with the Private and International Preparatory Schools Sports Association (PIPSSA) as its Exclusive Financial Services Partner for the 2026/27 academic year. The partnership aims to strengthen school sports and youth development in Kenya. The collaboration was unveiled during the PIPSSA Under-11 Soccer Tournament at Crawford International School. This initiative brings together over 35 private and international schools and more than 10,000 student-athletes and their families.
As part of the partnership, NCBA presented PIPSSA with a Sh1 million sponsorship cheque to support the association's sporting programmes, competitions, equipment, and facilities throughout the academic year. The bank's support will enable PIPSSA to expand opportunities for learners and strengthen its programmes. This move is expected to have a positive impact on the development of young athletes in Kenya.
NCBA Group director, Retail Banking, Dennis Njau, emphasized that the partnership is about creating opportunities for young people to develop their talents both on and off the field. He stated that the bank believes every child deserves the opportunity to discover their potential and pursue their ambitions. The partnership is part of NCBA's efforts to invest in future leaders, build stronger communities, and create opportunities for young people to thrive.
PIPSSA chairlady Jedidah Munyua expressed her gratitude for the partnership, stating that it will help the association strengthen its programmes and expand opportunities for learners. She emphasized that sport is a platform to develop character, leadership, and excellence among young people. With NCBA's support, PIPSSA aims to continue using sport as a tool for youth development.
Beyond sport, NCBA will provide schools with access to financial solutions covering infrastructure and asset financing, transaction banking, digital collections, insurance, and investment services. This comprehensive support will enable schools to access a range of financial services that can help them achieve their goals. The partnership is expected to have a positive impact on the education sector in Kenya.
The partnership between NCBA and PIPSSA adds to the bank's investment in sports development in Kenya. NCBA's Junior Golf Programme, under the NCBA Golf Series, provides young athletes with opportunities to develop their skills and compete at higher levels. The bank's commitment to sports development demonstrates its dedication to empowering young people in Kenya.
The collaboration between NCBA and PIPSSA is a significant step towards promoting school sports and youth development in Kenya. With the support of NCBA, PIPSSA is poised to strengthen its programmes and expand opportunities for learners. The partnership is expected to have a lasting impact on the development of young athletes in Kenya, and its effects will be closely monitored in the coming years.
Key points
- NCBA Bank partners with PIPSSA to support school sports and youth development in Kenya.
- The partnership includes a Sh1 million sponsorship cheque to support PIPSSA's sporting programmes.
- NCBA will provide schools with access to financial solutions covering infrastructure, asset financing, transaction banking, digital collections, insurance, and investment services.
