Kenya’s richest banker James Mwangi’s stake in Equity Group soars past $45 million
This surge cements James Mwangi’s position as a top investor on the NSE and underscores his status as one of Kenya’s wealthiest individuals.
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Kenyan tycoon Gideon Muriuki’s Co-op Bank eyes expansion after robust Q1 2024 performance
The bank aims to open 15 new branches this year, reaching 210 outlets. Recent openings include Imaara Mall on Mombasa Road and Ugunja in Siaya.
Kenyan banker Gideon Muriuki’s Co-op Bank posts $50.25-million profit in Q1 2024
Muriuki, who has played a pivotal role in the bank’s expansion, holds a two-percent stake in the group, now valued at more than $12 million.
Lotis Towers undergo name change as Ugandan multimillionaire assumes ownership
The name change to “Arie Towers” reflects Ruparelia’s vision to reposition the building as a hub for business and commerce.
Kenyan tycoon Suresh Bhagwanji Shah loses $1.6 million from I&M stake
Renowned Kenyan businessman Suresh Bhagwanji Shah has encountered a significant downturn in the market value of his stake in I&M, mirroring a…
Arrie Rautenbach-led Absa inks deal to boost East Africa’s coffee trade with $60 million facility
The facility aims to bolster Volcafe’s operations in East Africa, consequently supporting tens of thousands of coffee farmers in the region.
Equity Group led by Kenyan banker James Mwangi reports $122.2-million profit in Q1 2024
Equity Group’s total assets rose to Ksh1.69 trillion ($12.91 billion) by the end of the quarter, a 10.46-percent rise from Ksh1.53 trillion ($11.69 billion) a year ago
Kenya’s richest banker James Mwangi loses $2.4 million from stake in Equity Group
Equity Group’s share price on the NSE has declined by 5.63 percent, dropping from Ksh44.4 ($0.3377) on Apr. 18 to Ksh41.9 ($0.3187) at the time of this update.
Sasini, controlled by Kenya’s wealthy Merali family posts $22 million in revenue in H1 2024
The Merali family holds a majority stake of 65.46 percent in Sasini Plc, valued at approximately $25 million.
Ugandan tycoon Charles Mbire’s MTN Uganda posts $40-million profit in Q1 2024
This strong performance builds on MTN Uganda’s success in 2023, with total revenue rising 16.75 percent to Ush2.67 trillion ($687.97 million).
James Mwangi-led Equity Group’s life insurance unit shakes up Kenya market
Equity Life’s rise coincides with Mwangi’s continued regional expansion of Equity Group across East and Central Africa.
Kenyan tycoon Suresh Bhagwanji Shah’s I&M Bank extends deal with Matercard
The collaboration, which has been instrumental in driving Kenya’s digital payments landscape, will provide enhanced value propositions for cardholders across the country.
Cemtech eyes 5,500 clinker plant as Narendra Raval tightens grip on Kenyan market
Under Raval’s leadership, Cemtech has submitted an environmental impact assessment (EIA) report to the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) for review.
Aga Khan IV’s AKHS unveils $6-million cancer care center in Tanzania
The Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS) is one of three AKDN agencies with a health focus, alongside the Aga Khan Foundation and the Aga Khan University.
Kenyan tycoon James Ndegwa loses $3.2 million from NCBA stake
Ndegwa remains one of Kenya’s wealthiest investors and continues to hold a significant position among the country’s richest individuals.
Co-op Bank led by Gideon Muriuki secures $25.2 million to support women-owned businesses in Kenya
Muriuki, Co-op Bank’s CEO and managing director, welcomed the financing, emphasizing the critical need to bolster support for women-owned businesses.