… KCB Group Head of Sustainability Judith Sidi Odhiambo emphasised the need for sustainability to be integrated into an organisation’s core operations rather than treated as a standalone initiative. …
… KCB Group Head of Sustainability Judith Sidi Odhiambo emphasised the need for sustainability to be integrated into an organisation’s core operations rather than treated as a standalone initiative. …
… KCB Group Chief Executive Paul Russo said the bank is intentionally aligning its financing decisions and business strategy to support climate resilience and sustainable enterprise growth as a catalyst for long-term economic prosperity, environmental stewardship, and inclusive dev …
… In the financial services sector, KCB Group Head of Sustainability Judith Sidi Odhiambo said organisations derive greater value from sustainability when it is embedded across their operations and decision-making processes. …
… ill be paid, net of withholding tax, on or about May 22, 2026, to shareholders on the register of members as of April 2. “The payout reaffirms the group’s strong financial performance, resilient balance sheet, and commitment to delivering sustainable shareholder value,” KCB Group …
… credit demand and lower remittance receipts, the bank said. “Despite the challenging operating environment, we delivered solid growth driven by disciplined execution, continued investment in digital innovation, and our unwavering commitment to providing financing,” said KCB Group …
… Attention now turns to how other tier-one lenders including KCB Group, Equity Group Holdings, NCBA Group, Absa Bank Kenya among others will perform when they release first-quarter results over the coming days. …
… Other Kenyan firms recognised in the 2026 rankings include General Printers, M-KOPA, Kenya Airways, Sun King, KCB Group, Quickmart, Naivas and Co-operative Bank of Kenya. …
… In partnership with institutions such as Afreximbank and KCB Group, the initiative also aims to establish an USD 800 million financing facility for future investors. …
At a Capital FM Sustainability Town Hall, corporate and civil society leaders argued that meaningful development requires placing communities at the centre of economic growth and decision-making. The discussion examined the social pillar of ESG frameworks, with speakers emphasizing that businesses must address societal needs while ensuring people are protected, empowered and included in the development process.
At a Capital FM Sustainability Town Hall, corporate and civil society leaders argued that meaningful development requires placing communities at the centre of economic growth and decision-making. The discussion examined the social pillar of ESG frameworks, with speakers emphasizing that businesses must address societal needs while ensuring people are protected, empowered and included in the development process.
Kenya Pipeline Company's General Manager for Strategy and Commercial Services told Capital FM's Sustainability Town Hall that sustainable growth requires placing communities and workers at the centre of economic progress, emphasising the importance of the social pillar of ESG frameworks, employee wellbeing, and organisations' accountability to employees, customers and communities.
KCB Group disbursed Sh48.8 billion in green financing loans for renewable energy, agriculture, green buildings, and climate-smart investments across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. The bank screened Sh587.9 billion in transactions under its Environmental and Social Due Diligence framework, reaching 25.84 per cent of total lending to green projects in 2025, surpassing its 25 per cent target.
At a sustainability townhall in Nairobi, industry experts said businesses must prioritise youth inclusion and skills development within their ESG frameworks to build resilient workforces and drive inclusive economic growth. Speakers from manufacturing, technology and financial services noted that strategic partnerships between industry and learning institutions are key to bridging the gap between academic training and market requirements.
KCB Group shareholders approved a Sh22.5 billion dividend payout for the 2025 financial year, consisting of interim and special dividends of Sh4 per share approved in November 2025 and final and special dividends of Sh3 per share, totalling Sh7 per share for the full year and representing a 133 per cent jump in per-share returns.
National Bank of Kenya posted Sh1.03 billion profit after tax for Q1 2026, a 275% increase from Sh275.7 million a year earlier, driven by higher net interest income and a 92% decline in loan loss provisions. The bank's total assets grew to Sh145.3 billion from Sh141.1 billion at end-2025.
Kenya's largest bank by asset size posted a 10.73 per cent rise in first-quarter net profit to Sh17.8 billion, with growth driven by increased interest-earning assets, lower interest expense, and high non-funded income despite challenging regional conditions including interest rate cuts and softer credit demand.
Co-operative Bank of Kenya reported a 21.3 per cent rise in net profit to Sh8.41 billion for the first quarter ending March 31, driven by a 13.6 per cent jump in operating income and contributions from non-banking subsidiaries. The bank was also named one of Africa's Fastest Growing Companies in 2026 by Financial Times.
Microinsurance and technology company Turaco has been recognised by the Financial Times among Africa's Fastest Growing Companies for the second time, ranking second in Kenya and 29th overall on the continent. Turaco's revenue grew fivefold over the three-year assessment period, rising from KSh189 million to KSh963 million, and the company currently insures more than five million people across six African markets.
An opinion piece argues that the UAE-Kenya economic partnership, rooted in logistics, industrial development, and infrastructure investment rather than traditional aid, represents a strategic shift in how African economies engage with global powers and positions both countries as key players in an expanding Afro-Asian trade corridor.
Private sector leaders from Kenya and Tanzania have jointly called on both governments to accelerate regional economic integration and remove trade barriers, emphasizing the need for a seamless East African market with harmonized regulations and improved cross-border efficiency.