I&M Bank has joined the global network of financial institutions under the United Nations Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB), reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and inclusive growth.
The move places the bank among leading global signatories working to align their business strategies with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Climate Agreement.
The decision marks a major milestone in I&M Bank’s sustainability journey, which has been steadily evolving under the UN Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI).
The membership strengthens the bank’s Sustainability Action Plan that seeks to positively impact 10 million lives by 2026 through three pillars, enabling last-mile financial solutions, driving business sustainability, and enhancing quality of life.
I&M Bank’s ongoing initiatives have already drawn national recognition.
In May 2025, the Kenya Bankers Association named it one of Kenya’s top banks in micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) lending, a reflection of its growing influence in promoting inclusive economic empowerment.
Explaining the significance of the development, the Bank’s Chief Executive Officer Gul Khan said the new status represents continuity and progress rather than a fresh beginning.
“We are proud to become a signatory to the UN Principles for Responsible Banking, which marks a significant milestone of our long-standing commitment to embedding sustainability into our core business,” Khan stated.
Khan also said that was an extension of the work the institution is already doing through its Sustainability Action Plan.
“By aligning with this global framework, we will enhance our ability to measure our impact and accelerate our efforts to create a positive future for our customers, society, and the planet,” he said.
According to Khan, inclusion remains central to I&M’s approach, ensuring that every player comes on board
The UN Principles for Responsible Banking framework offers financial institutions a roadmap for integrating sustainability into all operations.
Signatories commit to identifying and addressing their most significant environmental and social impacts, setting measurable targets, and publicly reporting progress to promote transparency and accountability.
By becoming part of this global coalition, I&M Bank joins peers who are reshaping the future of banking through collaboration, innovation, and responsible finance.
The joint initiative between the United Nations and the global banking industry aims to demonstrate how profitability and purpose can coexist, while addressing urgent challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and social inequality.
Through this step, I&M Bank strengthens its position as a key player in Kenya’s transition toward a sustainable and inclusive economy, where financial growth supports the well-being of both people and the planet.
