Kenyan tycoon
UK impact investor sells $27-million stake in bank founded by Kenyan businessman
The recent acquisition of BII’s stake by the local investor enhances I&M Group’s local ownership and strengthens its market understanding and operational agility.
Kenyan tycoon Suresh Bhagwanji Shah’s I&M Bank adds 299 jobs in growth initiative
Kenyan financial services group I&M Group, founded by businessman Suresh Bhagwanji Shah, added 299 new jobs last year in its growth initiative
Kenyan tycoon Gideon Muriuki buys 20 million shares in CIC Insurance Group
Gideon Muriuki’s increased stake in CIC Group, alongside his 1.75 percent stake in Co-op Bank, solidifies his position among the wealthiest investors on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
Dutch giant Heineken to pay $13.1 million to Kenyan tycoon Ngugi Kiuna’s firm
This follows the Court of Appeal’s ruling that upheld a High Court order for Heineken to compensate Maxam for the unlawful termination of their distribution contract in Kenya.
Absa Bank, linked to Kenyan tycoon Baloobhai Patel, posts $42 million profit in Q1 2024
Customer deposits also climbed 14.47 percent to Ksh359.46 billion ($2.74 billion), reflecting the bank’s customer-centric approach.
CIC Group, linked to Kenyan tycoon Gideon Muriuki, reports $10.9 million profit in 2023
Gideon Muriuki, a leading Kenyan tycoon, and the CEO of Co-op Bank, holds the largest individual stake in CIC Group at 5.27 percent, representing 137,824,304 shares,
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 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…
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.
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.
Kenyan billionaire Baloobhai Patel buys big, now owns more than 1 percent of Absa Bank
Patel’s latest acquisition reflects a significant year-on-year increase in his Absa holdings. In December 2022, he held 47.57 million shares (0.88-percent stake).