The Central Bank of Kenya has released Shs 7.4 billion to support Government efforts to contain the spread of Coronavirus in the country. Njoroge said the bank is giving back the money to boost the government’s efforts to combat the Coronavirus pandemic. “That money goes to help our health facilities and our health workers," the President said. On its part, the private sector, through the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) Chairman Nick Nesbitt and CEO Carole Kariuki, committed to continue protecting Kenyan employees against job losses and safeguarding SMEs from the adverse effects the current crisis by ensuring business and supply chain continuity. The private sector further committed to prioritize the health and safety of employees, communities and health workers through increased Corporate Social Responsibility activities.

Source: The Star March 20, 2020 14:15 UTC