For close to two decades, the NCBA Johari Awards have stood as a symbol of excellence where partnership, performance, and progress meet. Now in its 19th year, the Awards continue to shine a light on the individuals and institutions that keep Kenya’s wheels of enterprise turning vehicle dealers, machinery suppliers, and insurance brokers whose work drives entire industries forward.
The 2025 edition of the Johari Awards began in Mombasa this October, marking the start of a nationwide celebration that will travel through Kisii, Kisumu, Eldoret, Nakuru, Nyeri, Meru, Thika, and culminate in a grand finale in Nairobi later this year. Each regional event is more than a ceremony; it is a gathering of visionaries whose innovation, integrity, and collaboration define Kenya’s asset finance landscape.
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At the heart of the Johari Awards is NCBA’s belief that success is never achieved alone. Kenya’s asset finance ecosystem thrives because of the collective effort between banks, dealers, and brokers who enable individuals and businesses to access vehicles, machinery, and tools that fuel productivity.
Speaking at the Coastal Region launch, Lennox Mugambi, NCBA Group Director, Asset Finance and Business Solutions, captured this sentiment perfectly:
“The Johari Awards are more than a rewards forum. They reflect the Bank’s desire to forge closer connections, inspire industry transformation and celebrate the individuals who drive it.”
This philosophy has shaped NCBA’s approach for years; one that goes beyond providing financing to building ecosystems of shared growth. It is this collaborative spirit that has seen NCBA maintain its leadership in Asset Finance, commanding over a third of Kenya’s market share and setting the standard for innovation and trust in the sector.
The name Johari, meaning “jewel”, is a fitting metaphor. Every dealer, broker, and partner recognized at these awards represents a gem polished by effort, consistency, and excellence. Through the Awards, NCBA celebrates not just financial performance but the values that define great partnerships: reliability, innovation, and shared ambition.
For NCBA, recognition is more than an event. It is a way to encourage continuous improvement and deepen relationships across regions. From Mombasa to Kisii and Kisumu, each Johari Awards stop creates a moment to listen, learn, and engage to appreciate what has been achieved and envision what’s next.
The Johari Awards success lies in its purpose to highlight the people behind the progress and strengthen the networks that sustain Kenya’s industries.
By celebrating the dealers and brokers powering Kenya’s transport, logistics, and construction sectors, NCBA continues to affirm its role not just as a financier but as a partner in development. Whether supporting individual entrepreneurs or corporate clients, the Bank’s philosophy remains constant: Asset Finance is about enabling growth, not just funding assets.
As the 2025 Johari Awards continue their journey across the country, they carry with them a powerful message that Kenya’s story of progress is written by partnerships. Every handshake, every deal, and every award speaks to a shared commitment to excellence and sustainable growth.
From the coast to the capital, NCBA continues to celebrate the people who keep our economy in motion, proving once again why it remains the Home of Asset Finance, and a trusted partner for businesses and communities across Kenya.
