Kenyan banker James Mwangi-led Equity Group nine-month profit rises to $420 million
The solid performance reinforces the lender’s position among Africa’s most profitable financial services groups.
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Equity Group, led by Kenyan banker James Mwangi, seizes Nairobi’s Eastland Hotel
Equity Bank has seized Nairobi’s Eastland Hotel over loan default, underscoring mounting pressure on Kenya’s hospitality sector and rising bad debt
Kenyan banker James Mwangi confirms Equity Group’s first UAE branch coming by end of 2025
Equity Group targets UAE expansion by Q4 2025 as part of a broader push to deepen Africa–Middle East trade and investment ties.
Kenyan banker James Mwangi's Equity Group to auction vehicles in $2.3 million loan dispute
Kenya’s High Court cleared Equity Bank to auction 30 vehicles to recover a $2.34 million debt, underscoring rising defaults and tougher enforcement on distressed borrowers.
Equity Group, led by James Mwangi, receives approval to launch UAE office
This marks a significant milestone in the bank’s international expansion strategy as it seeks to deepen global connectivity and access new markets.
Kenya banker James Mwangi leads Equity Group to $119 million profit in Q1 2025
Equity Group posted $119.2 million Q1 profit, down 4.24% on weak income growth and currency losses, offset by digital and regional expansion momentum.
Court clears James Mwangi-led bank to sell EAC assets over $17 million loan
Kenya’s court cleared James Mwangi-led Equity Bank to sell EAC assets tied to a $17 million loan, ending a years-long legal battle over the debt.
Kenyan banker Paul Russo-led KCB Group posts $127 million Q1 profit
KCB Group, led by CEO Paul Russo, posted a $127.9 million Q1 profit, driven by regional growth and digital focus despite non-interest income slipping 9.7%.
Equity Group to reward Kenyan banker Mwangi with $4.2 million dividend payout
His stake in the lender, worth over $45 million, represents a 3.39 percent share in the leading financial services group.
James Mwangi leads East Africa’s largest bank to $377 million profit in 2024
Under James Mwangi, Equity Group has strengthened its presence across Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Peter Munga: Kenyan banker who built East Africa’s banking giant, Equity Group
His influence extends beyond banking, shaping industries such as insurance, agriculture, and education.
Co-op Bank shatters records with $197.1 million profit under Gideon Muriuki
Co-op Bank posts a record $197.1 million profit for 2024, driven by strong revenue growth, efficiency gains, and a 12.5% rise in total operating income.
Kenya’s wealthiest banker takes a $3 million hit on Equity Group stake
The $3 million dip in his stake follows a modest increase of $1.2 million recorded between Jan. 1 and Jan. 22.
James Mwangi-led Equity Bank secures $20 million facility to boost financial access in Kenya's refugee regions
Equity Bank, in partnership with IFC, completes a $20 million Risk Sharing Facility to improve financial access for underserved communities, including refugees and hosts.
Kenyan investment banker Jimnah Mbaru gains $1.8 million in 2024
Since the start of the year, his stake has gained Ksh118.3 million ($1.77 million), benefiting from the strong performance on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE).
NCBA Bank’s 3-percent profit growth in Q3 reaches $116.4 million
NCBA Bank reports a 3-percent profit growth for Q3 2024, reaching $116.4 million, driven by strong performance in Kenya and a focus on digital solutions.