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Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) has opened a new branch at Sarit Centre in Westlands, Nairobi, in bid to expand its outreach across the country.

This is the 67th branch to be launched after the bank launched two more branches last month at Greenspan Mall and Likoni Mall in Nairobi and Mombasa respectively.

The physical expansion efforts are also complimented by DTB’s robust online channels including its DTB 24/7 mobile banking app, online banking and USSD options. This comes amid a freeze in the opening of new branches by commercial banks due to the adoption of digital platforms, signalling strong performance and market expectations by the lender.

“We are keen on expanding our presence within Nairobi and more so in Westlands which serves as a business hub for the city. This new branch will enhance banking convenience for retail and business customers due to extended operating hours that will see the branch remain open until 8 p.m. on weekdays and remain accessible on Sundays and public holidays,” said DTB Group CEO, Ms Nasim Devji.

So far this year, Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) has opened six new branches across the country and is scheduled to open more branches in 2023 as the lender seeks to widen its physical presence in a bid to reach more customers.

Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) has launched Zawadi, a special account for women running Small and Medium Enterprises.

The account is designed to enable women to access favorable credit terms to grow their businesses from one stage to the next.

The SMEs that open either of the accounts with DTB will be eligible for a credit facility after 6-months to enable them to grow their businesses accordingly.

“The Zawadi account is specifically tailored to enhance Financial Literacy for women-owned businesses and inculcate the necessary skills required to run their businesses effectively to enable them to take advantage of the financial opportunities offered by banks,” said Dr. Kennedy Nyakomitta, DTB Sales Director.

“In addition to the Zawadi account, we have also launched the Chama account to encourage groups and collectives to venture into enterprise development, with the help of DTB. This is in line with our ongoing expansion efforts across the country, as we seek to be more present with our communities” he added.

The financial literacy training intends to build the SME’s capacity in financial and human resource management, strategic planning, marketing and communication to enable them to do business better and especially attract the kind of finances they need to grow.

The traders will also receive training on the various financial products and services available to enable them to grow their business, from DTB.

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Diamond Trust Bank Opens Its 67th Branch At Sarit Centre

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