Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009)

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Mobile Banking as a Catalyst for Financial Inclusion in Rural Kenya: An Analysis UF 2009

Nicholas Mwaura, International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE), Nairobi Moses Kiirũ, Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) Wycliffe Ochola, Department of Advanced Studies, African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18898701
Published: November 18, 2009

Abstract

Mobile banking has emerged as a critical tool in enhancing financial inclusion across various regions, including rural areas of Kenya where traditional banking services are often scarce. The study employed a qualitative approach by conducting semi-structured interviews with community members, financial service providers, and government officials to gather insights on the implementation and impact of mobile banking in rural areas of Kenya. Mobile banking platforms have significantly increased access to financial services among rural populations in Kenya. For instance, over 70% of surveyed individuals reported improved access to savings accounts and loans through mobile banking applications. The findings underscore the pivotal role that mobile banking has played in enhancing financial inclusion in rural Kenya, particularly by bridging the gap between urban and rural financial services landscapes. Given the positive impact observed, policymakers should prioritise expanding mobile banking infrastructure to underserved rural areas. Additionally, fostering a regulatory environment conducive to innovation can further enhance financial access for all citizens.

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Nicholas Mwaura, Moses Kiirũ, Wycliffe Ochola (2009). Mobile Banking as a Catalyst for Financial Inclusion in Rural Kenya: An Analysis UF 2009. African Public Economics, Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18898701

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African DevelopmentFinancial InclusionMobile Payment SystemsRural EconomicsParticipatory ResearchService Delivery ModelsTechnology Adoption Analysis

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