Equity Group led by Kenyan banker James Mwangi cuts debt by $191 million amid high interest rates
James Mwangi, a prominent figure in Kenyan finance, holds a 3.38-percent stake in Equity Group, representing 127,809,180 ordinary shares.
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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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Kenya’s richest banker James Mwangi loses $3.3 million from stake in Equity Group
Mwangi, Kenya’s richest banker, holds a 3.38-percent stake in Equity Group. This equates to 127,809,180 ordinary shares.
Kenyan investment banker Jimnah Mbaru gains $1.2 million in 37 days
Thanks to the surge in Britam shares, Mbaru’s stake in the Kenya-based diversified financial services group is worth Ksh748.8 million ($5.77 million).
Kenyan banker James Mwangi leads Equity’s expansion into general and health insurance
The expansion follows a successful foray into life insurance in 2022 and subsequent approval from the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) in May 2023 to establish a general insurance company.
Equity Group led by Kenyan banker James Mwangi to reward shareholders with $114.4-million dividend
With Mwangi at the helm, the conglomerate remains on course for sustainable expansion and prosperity within the African financial sector.
Kenyan banker Paul Russo-led KCB seeks $200-million loan for Kenyan subsidiary
KCB Bank Kenya’s loan book has surged in recent years, outpacing its deposit base.
Kenyan banker Gideon Muriuki gains $2.6 million from Co-op Bank stake
Gideon Muriuki’s $2.6 million gain underscores the positive impact of his leadership at Co-op Bank.
Kenyan banker Gideon Muriuki leads Co-op Bank to record $170-million profit in 2023
Muriuki, who was instrumental in the Co-op Bank’s expansion, owns a two-percent stake in the leading financial services group.
Kenya’s richest banker James Mwangi gains $5.7 million from stake in Equity Group
Over the past 40 days, Nwangi’s stake in Equity Group has increased by $5.77 million over the past 40 days, cementing his position among Kenya’s richest individuals.
Co-op Bank led by Kenyan banker Gideon Muriuki to add 15 branches in 2024 despite digital shift
As Co-op Bank embarks on its ambitious expansion journey, the institution reaffirms its commitment to serving diverse customer needs while leveraging technological innovations.
Kenyan tycoon Jimnah Mbaru faces lawsuit over alleged neglect of parental duties
The conflict arises from a lawsuit filed by 25-year-old Elizabeth Nadupoi Kimiti, accusing Mbaru of neglecting his parental duties.