Kenyan tycoon John Kimani acquires 8.64 million shares in East Africa’s largest telecom firm
The businessman’s increased stake further solidifies his position as one of the leading investors on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
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The businessman’s increased stake further solidifies his position as one of the leading investors on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
The newly unveiled branches bring the total I&M Group branch network to 93 in the region. Out of these, 49 are strategically positioned throughout Kenya.
As one of the leading investors on the Nairobi Securities Exchange, Kimani holds a significant 34.54 percent of Kakuzi, or 6,762,133 ordinary shares.
According to the latest list, well-known Kenyan business figures like John Kimani, James Mwangi and Gideon Muriuki have taken a hit in their wealth so far this year.
Reel’s leadership has been instrumental in the aggressive expansion of CFAO’s network of branches, dealerships, and authorized service centers across Kenya.
Billionaires.Africa has identified and tracked companies owned by Kimani.
Under the visionary leadership of Mwangi, Equity Group has emerged as a dominant force in East and Central Africa.
Musangi is the founder of Mukite Musangi & Company Advocates (MMC), a prominent Kenyan legal firm.
John Kimani’s recent acquisition reflects his continued commitment to expanding his investment portfolio in Kenya’s thriving business landscape.
This latest development from the Ndegwa family follows their earlier strategic investment in the Kenyan financial sector.
Patel holds a total of 50.06 million shares in Absa Bank Kenya, equivalent to a 0.92-percent stake.
Equity Group, under the leadership of Mwangi, reported a profit of $182.8 million at the end of the first half of its 2023 fiscal year.
Muriuki owns a significant stake of two percent in Co-op Bank, which translates to 117,471,300 shares in the Nairobi-based lender.
Raval’s endorsement underscores the potential for the legislation to revitalize Kenya’s manufacturing landscape.
Under Mwangi, Equity Group achieved record-breaking profits of $350 million at the end of the 2022 fiscal year.
At the current market price, Patel’s stake in Absa Kenya is estimated to be worth $4.31 million.