EFSE strengthens support for MSMEs in Kosovo with EUR 8 million investment in KEP Trust

Pristina, 24 April 2026 – The European Fund for Southeast Europe (EFSE) strengthens its long-standing partnership with KEP Trust through a new EUR 8 million senior loan to expand financing for micro and small enterprises across Kosovo.  

Thirty percent of the facility is allocated to sustainable agriculture, underscoring EFSE’s and KEP’s strategic focus on promoting resource‑efficient and climate‑resilient farming practices. This targeted funding will help farmers and rural micro‑businesses invest in sustainable growth, while advancing inclusive economic development and strengthening rural value chains across Kosovo.

In addition to financing, EFSE provides Advisory and Capacity Building support to KEP Trust. Guided by the Green List of eligible measures developed through EFSE’s Technical Assistance, KEP loan officers have already been trained in applying these criteria, ensuring that sustainable agriculture financing is effectively implemented in day‑to‑day lending.

“KEP Trust has been a key partner in expanding access to finance for microentrepreneurs in Kosovo. This new financing builds on our shared commitment to strengthening rural resilience and supporting small businesses that anchor local economies. By combining dedicated funding with advisory support, we are enabling KEP Trust to further expand its outreach and promote more sustainable agricultural practices across the country.” said Jasminka Begert, Portfolio Manager at EFSE.

Adrian Alo, CEO of KEP comments: “Together with EFSE, KEP Trust is driving impactful change—expanding finance for microenterprises, championing sustainable agriculture, and energizing resilient rural communities across Kosovo.”
 

About EFSE
The European Fund for Southeast Europe (EFSE) is an impact investment fund to drive economic development and prosperity in Southeast Europe and the Caucasus. Through its two sub-funds—the Regional Sub-Fund (RSF) and the Ukraine Sub-Fund (USF)—EFSE provides tailored financial solutions to foster entrepreneurship, strengthen financial inclusion, and support local economies. EFSE was initiated in 2005 by KfW Development Bank with the financial support of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and the European Commission. As the first public-private partnership of its kind, EFSE draws its capital from donor agencies, international financial institutions, and private institutional investors. Finance in Motion GmbH, Germany, serves as EFSE’s Portfolio Manager and Hauck & Aufhäuser Fund Services S.A., Luxembourg, acts as manager.  

For more information on the European Fund for Southeast Europe, please visit: www.efse.lu  

 

About Finance in Motion
Finance in Motion structures, manages, and advises almost €4 billion across 10 funds, all classified as SFDR Article 9. These private market funds drive impact for people and planet through regional financial intermediaries, direct investments, advisory and capacity building. Founded in Germany, with local expertise from Latin America to Eastern Europe, it has been investing in emerging markets for over 20 years.  
For more information, please visit: www.finance-in-motion-com     

 

About KEP
KEP Kosovo is a trusted microfinance institution dedicated to empowering individuals and small businesses through accessible financial services. With a portfolio of €143 million, around 38,000 clients, and a network of 31 branches, KEP plays a vital role in financial inclusion. It supports entrepreneurs, farmers, and communities across Kosovo, combining responsible lending with financial inclusion to foster resilience, create opportunities, and contribute to sustainable economic development.
For more information, please visit: www.keptrust.org
 

Media Contacts:

KEP:
Krenar Halimi 
Head of Marketing Department
Tel: +383 (0) 49 946 580
Email: khalimi@keptrust.org