Overview
- Act: Public Finance Management Act
- Formed: 2022
- CEO: Elizabeth N. Nkukuu
The Hustler Fund, officially launched on December 1, 2022, aims to enhance financial inclusion in Kenya by providing accessible loans to individuals and small enterprises. Its mandate focuses on supporting micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to foster economic growth and create jobs. The fund facilitates personal finance, entrepreneurship training, and investment in small businesses, emphasizing sustainable development
and wealth creation.
CEO: Elizabeth N. Nkukuu
Elizabeth N. Nkukuu is the CEO of the Hustler Fund, bringing nearly twenty years of experience in financial services, particularly in investment management and entrepreneurship training. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science, an MBA, and is pursuing a PhD in Business
Administration (Finance). She also authored “Thrive” a guide to wealth creation.
Board of Governors
Irene Karimi
Board Chairperson
Hardlyne Lusui
Board Member
Paul Musyimi
Board Member
Symon C.J. Mburia
Board Member
Lawrence Kibet Chelimo
Board Member
Functions
- Affordable Credit: Providing accessible and affordable credit facilities to micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and individuals.
- Savings and Pensions Products: Offering competitive savings and pension plans to encourage financial security among users.
- Insurance Solutions: Providing comprehensive insurance products to protect against financial risks.
- Access to Housing: Facilitating affordable housing options for low-income earners.
- Market Linkages: Creating connections between small businesses and larger markets to enhance their competitiveness and growth potential.
- Financial Literacy: Promoting financial education to empower users with knowledge on managing finances effectively.
- Capacity Building: Offering training in entrepreneurship and business management skills, including bookkeeping and business registration.
- Support for Informal Sector Businesses: Aiming to formalize informal sector activities and transform them into sustainable businesses.
- Community Engagement: Encouraging the formation of community-based organizations to foster group savings and credit initiatives.
- Investment in Economic Growth: Supporting the Kenyan economy’s growth through investment in agriculture and smallholder businesses”
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- NSSF Building, Bishops Road
- P.O. Box 30547-00100 Nairobi
- info@hustlerfund.go.ke
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