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James Mwangi

Also known as: Dr. James Mwangi · Dr. Mwangi · Group Managing Director and CEO James Mwangi · Equity Group CEO Dr. James Mwangi · Managing Director and CEO Dr. James Mwangi · Dr James Mwangi

Managing Director and CEO of Equity Group Holdings, named Overall CEO of the Year at 2026 banking awards.

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  1. June 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    ative industries in East Africa By Citizen Reporter June 02, 2026 04:15 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter ITC Executive Director Pamela Coke-Hamilton and Equity Group Managing Director and CEO Dr James Mwangi

    ITC, Equity Group partner to unlock trade finance for coffee, leather and creative industries in East Africa
  3. May 2026
  4. Citizen Digital

    The cases include the deaths of Charles Kigaa Waiganjo and David Chege in Naivasha, as well as James Mwangi, Patrick Githinji and Solomon in Molo.

    IPOA launches probe into deaths linked to fuel protests
  5. Citizen Digital

    James Mwangi during the signing of a partnership agreement between Equity Group and MicroSave Consulting.

    Equity Group, MSC partner to boost financial inclusion in Kenya’s fisheries sector
  6. Citizen Digital

    The suspects arraigned were David Kipchumba, James Mwangi, Peter Nyaucho, Omar Olentimama, Jesse Murei, Vincent Amoke, Peter Wambua, and Gilbert Kurri.

    Eight Arsenal fans fined in Eldoret for rowdy Premier League title celebrations
  7. Citizen Digital

    Equity Group profit rises 24% to Ksh.19 billion on digital growth, regional expansion By Benjamin Muriuki May 19, 2026 11:32 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Dr James Mwangi, Group Managing Director and CEO.

    Equity Group profit rises 24% to Ksh.19 billion on digital growth, regional expansion
  8. The Standard

    It is wastage and emotional stress for both parents and learners,” said James Mwangi, whose two children attend a private school in Kiambu.

    Fuel strike paralyses learning into schools
  9. Citizen Digital

    Equity's James Mwangi champions technology-driven trade and inclusion at Africa CEO Forum By Citizen Reporter May 15, 2026 06:42 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Equity Group Managing Director and CEO, Dr.

    Equity's James Mwangi champions technology-driven trade and inclusion at Africa CEO Forum
  10. Citizen Digital

    James Mwangi, and Chairman of Gatanga Industries Limited Karanja Kinyanjui at the signing of a landmark agreement linking Kenyan specialty tea farmers to premium global markets.

    Kenyan specialty tea farmers gain direct access to premium global markets
  11. April 2026
  12. Capital News

    Group Managing Director and CEO James Mwangi was named Overall CEO of the Year, in recognition of his leadership in driving growth, innovation, and financial inclusion across the region.

    Dr. James Mwangi Named CEO of the Year as Equity Dominates 2026 Banking Awards
  13. Citizen Digital

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    Equity named overall best bank in Kenya at 2026 Think Business Banking Awards
Business

ITC and Equity Group partner on East Africa trade finance

The News

The International Trade Centre and Equity Group Holdings PLC signed a memorandum of understanding to drive economic development across East Africa, starting with Kenya, targeting coffee, leather and creative industries. The agreement pairs ITC's trade development expertise with Equity Group's financial infrastructure and regional growth strategy.

2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 2 June

  1. ITC and Equity Group partner on East Africa trade finance

    The International Trade Centre and Equity Group Holdings PLC signed a memorandum of understanding to drive economic development across East Africa, starting with Kenya, targeting coffee, leather and creative industries. The agreement pairs ITC's trade development expertise with Equity Group's financial infrastructure and regional growth strategy.

    2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 30 May

  1. IPOA investigates deaths during May fuel price protests

    The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has launched investigations into several deaths reported during and after fuel price protests held on May 18, 2026, with inquiries into police conduct and use of force ongoing. The authority is investigating multiple cases in Kiambu and Nakuru counties, including a death in police custody and fatal shootings linked to the protests.

    30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 25 May

  1. Equity Group, MSC partner on fisheries financial inclusion

    Equity Group and MicroSave Consulting signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding to deepen financial inclusion and advance gender equity in Kenya's fisheries sector, positioning the blue economy as a driver of sustainable growth.

    25 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 21 May

  1. Eight Arsenal fans fined for rowdy title celebration in Eldoret

    Eight Arsenal fans were each fined Ksh 500 by an Eldoret court after pleading guilty to drunkenness and disorderly conduct during street celebrations following Arsenal's Premier League title win—their first since the 2003/04 season.

    21 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Equity Group profit rises 24% to KSh19.1 billion in Q1 2026

    Equity Group Holdings reported a Profit After Tax of KSh19.1 billion for the first quarter ended March 2026, a 24 per cent increase driven by stronger regional operations, improved asset quality and sustained digital banking growth. The lender's balance sheet expanded 16 per cent to KSh2.04 trillion, supported by a 13 per cent rise in customer deposits and 9 per cent growth in net loans, with digital transactions now accounting for 89.5 per cent of all activity.

    19 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Nationwide matatu strike disrupts learning across Kenya schools

    A nationwide matatu strike triggered by soaring fuel prices has disrupted learning in schools, colleges and universities, leaving thousands of learners stranded at home as transport systems collapsed. Learners are estimated to have lost more than 16 lessons within two days, and many public schools have suspended learning entirely.

    19 May 2026 · The Standard

Friday 15 May

  1. Equity CEO Mwangi calls for technology-finance collaboration on Africa trade

    Equity Group Managing Director James Mwangi has urged deeper collaboration between governments, financial institutions and technology players to unlock Africa's digital economy and accelerate intra-African trade, speaking at the Africa CEO Forum 2026 in Kigali.

    15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 11 May

  1. Kenyan specialty tea farmers gain premium global market access

    Kenyan specialty tea farmers have secured direct access to premium international markets through a landmark agreement signed in Nairobi between Palais des Thés, Gatanga Industries Limited, and Equity Group Holdings. The deal, witnessed by Presidents Macron and Ruto, is expected to unlock new income opportunities for smallholder farmers by positioning Kenyan purple and specialty tea in high-value European consumer segments.

    11 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 27 April

  1. Equity Bank named overall best bank at 2026 banking awards

    Equity Bank won the Overall Best Bank award at the 2026 Think Business Banking Awards in Nairobi, topping 10 categories and finishing second in two others. Group Managing Director and CEO James Mwangi was named Overall CEO of the Year.

    27 April 2026 · Capital News

Saturday 25 April

  1. Equity Bank named overall best bank in Kenya 2026

    Equity Bank has been named Overall Best Bank in Kenya at the 2026 Think Business Banking Awards, emerging top in 10 categories and ranking second in two others. The Bank's Managing Director and CEO James Mwangi was also named Overall CEO of the Year.

    25 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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