Event report

Webinar : Unlocking Business Growth Through Smart Leasing with Rentco Africa

Demystifying asset acquisition, cash flow efficiency and bottom-line impact

The French Chamber of Commerce in Kenya hosted this morning an online session in partnership with our platinum member RentCo Asset Leasing, dedicated to exploring how smart leasing can support business growth, liquidity management, and operational efficiency.

Julius Motaroki Nyakerario, Peter Kiura and Florence Mathenge provided a comprehensive overview of asset acquisition strategies, comparing traditional purchasing and bank financing with modern leasing solutions. Participants gained a clear understanding of when and how leasing can be used strategically to preserve capital, improve balance sheet ratios, and reduce long-term risk.

RentCo’s experts presented the main leasing approaches, including operating leases, finance leases, sale-and-leaseback structures, and Capex-as-a-Service models, illustrating how each option responds to different business needs, sectors, and growth stages. Particular emphasis was placed on the cash flow and liquidity advantages of leasing, as well as its positive impact on total cost of usage and net present value.

The webinar also addressed eligibility criteria and risk assessment, outlining the key financial, operational, and compliance factors considered when structuring a leasing solution. Participants were guided through the end-to-end smart leasing journey, from Master Lease Agreement signing and asset acquisition to end-of-term options such as renewal, upgrade, return, or purchase.

Finally, the session highlighted the robust security framework underpinning leasing transactions, designed to protect both businesses and financiers through clear documentation, risk mitigation mechanisms, and structured approval processes.

The Chamber warmly thanks RentCo Asset Leasing for delivering a practical and insightful presentation, and all participants for their active engagement in this timely discussion on financing strategies for sustainable business growth.