By NSE, NCBA Investment Bank, and Abojani Empower Young Investors
Building Financial Confidence Among Teens
The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) recently hosted a Teen Financial Literacy and Early Investor Empowerment Workshop at its headquarters.
The high-impact session brought together aspiring investors aged 12 to 17, offering them early exposure to financial markets.
The initiative was a joint effort by the NSE, Abojani Investment, and NCBA Investment Bank. Together, the partners aim to grow a culture of early investing while addressing Kenya’s youth financial literacy gap.
Closing the Generational Investment Gap
During the workshop, NCBA Investment Bank highlighted a key challenge in Kenya’s capital markets. Samuel Gichohi, Head of Business Development at NCBA Investment Bank, noted that most NSE investors are between 40 and 50 years old.
“This age gap presents a long-term risk,” he said. “If we do not introduce younger investors to the market early, the ecosystem will struggle to sustain growth in the future.”
Abojani Investment echoed this concern. Nancy Nasimiyu observed that many young people enter the workforce without basic financial skills. She explained that the programme aims to guide teens toward financial independence through budgeting, saving, smart spending, and stock market fundamentals.
NSE, NCBA Investment Bank, and Abojani Empower Young Investors
Teaching Practical Money Skills Early
The workshop focused on simple and practical financial concepts. Facilitators encouraged teens to shift their mindset from working for money to building portfolios that grow wealth over time.
Sessions began with budgeting basics and the importance of creating disposable income. Participants learned how disciplined money management supports long-term financial goals.
Key lessons included:
• The 50/30/20 Rule to balance needs, wants, and investments
• Emergency fund planning to prepare for unexpected expenses
• Investment fundamentals such as earning interest from government bonds and dividends from shares
• Managing losses and understanding market fluctuations
Facilitators also introduced Junior CDS Accounts. These custodial accounts allow minors to legally own shares under guardian supervision. The tool helps young investors benefit from long-term compounding early in life.
A Hands-On Market Experience
Beyond classroom learning, the workshop offered a practical market experience. Teens toured the NSE trading floor and observed live trading sessions. This exposure helped them understand how daily consumption links to shareholder value.
NCBA Investment Bank used the platform to reinforce its commitment to youth financial empowerment. The bank continues to promote early investment pathways such as Junior CDS Accounts, supported by professional guidance.
By equipping teens with knowledge and real-world exposure, the NSE, NCBA Investment Bank, and Abojani are nurturing a new generation of informed, confident investors ready to participate in Kenya’s capital markets.
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