EABL Told to Reserve 20% of Fridge Space for Rivals After $2.36 Billion Sale

(NAIROBI, KENYA) – Kenya’s competition watchdog has ordered East African Breweries Plc to reserve at least 20% of refrigerator space in retail outlets for rival brands, in a move expected to widen consumer choice and lower barriers for smaller beverage makers. The Competition Authority of Kenya attached the condition toContinue Reading

Centum Subsidiary Loans Rise to $105.4 Million

(NAIROBI, KENYA) – Centum Investment Company became a debt-free holding company in the year ended 31st March 2026, but borrowing risks have increased across its operating businesses, according to disclosures in its latest annual report. The Nairobi Securities Exchange-listed firm had previously used large amounts of debt to fund expansion,Continue Reading

Carrefour Kenya Revenue Rises by $45.5 Million as Store Network Reaches 34

(NAIROBI, KENYA) – Carrefour Kenya increased its revenue by KES 5.89 billion ($45.5 million / £35.9 million) in 2025, as the retailer expanded its store network across East Africa’s largest economy. The growth reflects Carrefour’s widening presence in Kenya, where it is competing more aggressively with Naivas and Quickmart. FinancialContinue Reading

KCB Earns Global Recognition in Forbes Bank Ranking

(NAIROBI, KENYA) – Four Kenyan lenders, KCB Group, Equity Group, Co-operative Bank of Kenya and Stanbic Holdings, have been included among the world’s best performing banks in the latest Forbes ranking. The institutions were assessed using financial information, desk research and data provided directly by participating banks. To qualify, KenyanContinue Reading

Kenya NIF Targets KES 42 Billion Annual Income From Government Securities

(NAIROBI, KENYA) – The National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) expects about KES 42 billion ($325 million / £251 million) in annual income from government securities as it seeks to create a steady financing pool for large strategic infrastructure projects while preserving its seed capital. The NIF seed capital presently stands atContinue Reading

Centum CEO Exit Follows Sidian Bank and Nabo Divestments

(NAIROBI, KENYA) – Centum Investment Company Plc has announced the departure of Group Chief Executive Officer James Mworia after nearly 18 years at the helm. He is set to become the founding Chief Executive Officer of the National Infrastructure Fund. The Board has appointed Thomas Omondi-Achola, currently Partner for PortfolioContinue Reading

Office of the Controller of Budget, Kenya

(NAIROBI, KENYA) – Emergency government spending in Kenya reached KES 364.24 billion over the four year period ending June 2026, according to official data published by the Office of the Controller of Budget. The figure amounts to approximately $2.82 billion based on current exchange rates. The disclosures reveal a sharpContinue Reading