| Published Mon, February 19th 2018 at 14:16, Updated February 19th 2018 at 14:30 GMT +3NAIROBI, KENYA: Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) is now receiving applications for the third season of Lions’ Den in which entrepreneurs are given opportunities to grow their businesses. “We aspire to see many entrepreneurs get the support they need not only in financing their business but also mentorship. The past two seasons have seen 59 entrepreneurs receive capital pledges of Sh291 million from the top investors, with one business getting Sh40 million. The number of applicants also increased from 5,000 in the first season to over 6,500 in the second season. KCB Lions’ Den is in line with KCB Group 2jiajiri initiative that seeks to create job opportunities for the youth as well as up skill them for self-employment while at the same time provide training, funding, market place and mentorship for future entrepreneurs.

Source: Standard Digital February 19, 2018 11:26 UTC