The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced a significant shift in the operation hours of the Kenya Electronic Payment and Settlement System (KEPSS), as part of efforts to modernise the country’s financial infrastructure and support a growing digital economy.
Beginning July 1, 2025, KEPSS will operate from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on all business days—an expansion from the current hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
In a statement issued Tuesday, CBK said the decision followed wide consultations with financial institutions and stakeholders, and aligns with the goals of the National Payments Strategy 2022–2025.
“This strategic enhancement is aimed at improving the efficiency, accessibility, and resilience of Kenya’s payments ecosystem,” CBK noted.
The extended hours are expected to allow for earlier initiation and later completion of large-value and time-sensitive transactions, thereby enhancing the efficiency of the banking system and preparing the ground for a 24/7 digital economy.
CBK added that the move will facilitate faster settlements and strengthen the country’s capacity to handle real-time digital financial operations, supporting both government and private sector economic activity.
