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The study aims to examine the impact of gender-sensitive microfinance on business growth and microfinance adoption among female entrepreneurs in Nairobi.

March 12, 2026Open Access

Gender-Sensitive Microfinance and Business Growth in Nairobi Female Entrepreneurs' Empowerment Programmes,

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OCOluoch CheptumboKenyatta University MOMwihaki OchiengKenyatta University

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Mixed-methods research reveals that gender-sensitive microfinance supports business growth in female entrepreneurs, suggesting effective program design.

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The study aims to examine the impact of gender-sensitive microfinance on business growth and microfinance adoption among female entrepreneurs in Nairobi.
Mixed-methods approach combining qualitative interviews and quantitative data analysis
Surveys conducted with 150 participating female entrepreneurs
Assessment of business performance metrics over three years
Significant increases in sales revenue and customer base observed over three years
42% of women reported higher profits after program participation
Challenges like lack of collateral and discriminatory lending practices hinder full microfinance adoption.

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Cheptumbo et al. (2011) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b25b5496eeacc4fceca023 https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18939572

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Mixed-methods research reveals that gender-sensitive microfinance supports business growth in female entrepreneurs, suggesting effective program design.

Gender-Sensitive Microfinance and Business Growth in Nairobi Female Entrepreneurs' Empowerment Programmes,

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