This archive report was first published on 6 July 2021.
At 29, Brenda Olembo is a High Court advocate who has discovered the value of investing. Her journey began when her son was born, sparking a desire to secure his future.
Before her son's arrival, Olembo was saving with two Savings and Credit Co-operative Societies, but she wasn't utilizing her money effectively. However, after taking finance classes, she gained valuable knowledge about investment options in Kenya.
Today, Olembo is investing in money markets and shares, with plans to explore bonds in the future. She emphasizes the importance of due diligence when selecting investment vehicles, warning against opportunities that promise unusually high returns in short periods.
