29 August, 2025

bolttech enters Kenya

bolttech continues global expansion entering Kenya via strategic partnership with LOOP

Nairobi, 29 August 2025 – Global insurtech, bolttech, today announced its entry into the Kenyan market via its partnership with LOOP, the digital banking service from NCBA Bank. The move extends bolttech’s presence in Africa, bringing its embedded protection and insurance solutions to one of the continent’s most dynamic and fast-growing digital economies.

Through this partnership, bolttech and LOOP will launch new product LOOP Flex Device Financing (LOOP Flex) to customers this October. The new programme will make it easier and more affordable for customers to own the devices they rely on, while ensuring they are fully protected. The solution combines flexible financing with comprehensive, embedded device protection seamlessly embedded into the LOOP customer experience, including theft, accidental and liquid damage, mechanical breakdown, and extended warranty, with all repairs handled at certified service centres using genuine parts.

Eric Muriuki, CEO, LOOP DFS, “We are delighted to welcome bolttech to Kenya and to partner with a global leader in embedded protection. This partnership enables us to make high-quality devices more affordable while giving our customers the peace of mind that comes with comprehensive protection. It’s another step towards delivering innovative, accessible, and digitally driven financial solutions that empower our customers to live and work with confidence”

Stephan Tan, CEO EMEA and Group Chief Investment Officer, bolttech, “Kenya is one of Africa’s most dynamic digital economies and we are proud to enter the market alongside LOOP, a trusted and innovative local partner. Together, we are embedding protection into the device ownership journey, enabling more people to afford and safeguard the technology they rely on every day.”

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About LOOP

LOOP DFS is an African Fintech fully owned by the NCBA Group. With a history spanning over a decade, the business has established itself as a leader in financial services delivered through technology, pioneering mobile lending and savings in 2012. Today, LOOP DFS has expanded its footprint to six markets across East and West Africa, serving a diverse customer base of over 60 million people. Beyond financial services, LOOP has redefined itself as a lifestyle brand, seamlessly blending innovative technology with everyday experiences to empower individuals and communities. Leveraging a platform strategy, LOOP DFS aspires to be the greatest catalyst for growth and transformation across Africa.

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