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Equity Bank targets global markets for Narok SMEs through value addition

By CorrespondentSeptember 16, 2026September 16, 202605 mins

Moses-Nyabanda-Equity-Bank-MD-addresses-delegates-investors-and-members-of-Narok-County-Assembly-at-a-dinner. Equity Bank is stepping up efforts to connect Kenyan small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to global markets by shifting its lending focus from primary production to value addition and market access. The bank says it wants to help grassroots businesses move beyond selling raw materials and become competitive players in global supply chains. The…

Absa Bank Kenya appoints Yusuf Omari as new managing director and CEO

Phenny NkathaSeptember 11, 2026September 11, 202604 mins

Absa Bank Kenya Managing Director and Chief Executive Office, Yusuf Omari. Absa Bank Kenya has appointed Yusuf Omari as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, taking over the leadership of the bank with immediate effect. The appointment follows receipt of all required regulatory and internal approvals, with Omari having served as the bank’s…

NBK posts 61% rise in half-year profit to Ksh1.72 billion

NLK ReporterSeptember 3, 2026September 3, 202604 mins

An image of National Bank of Kenya ./Photo courtesy of National Bank National Bank of Kenya (NBK) has recorded a 61 per cent increase in profit after tax to Ksh1.72 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2026, up from KSh1.07 billion posted during a similar period last year. The bank, which is wholly…

Equity Group posts 32pc rise in half-year profit to Ksh45.5 billion

Mitchel BiancaSeptember 3, 2026September 3, 202605 mins

From L-R: EquityBCDC Managing Director, Willy Mulamba, Equity Group Managing Director and CEO, Dr. James Mwangi, Equity Bank Kenya Managing Director, Moses Nyabanda, and Equity Bank Rwanda Managing Director, Hannington Namara, during the H1 2026 Investor Briefing. Equity Group Holdings has reported a 32 per cent increase in profit after tax to Ksh45.5 billion for…

Mashujaa Day: Three counties turn celebrations into sports, technology and business showcase

Emmanuel MasindeAugust 22, 202603 mins

This year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations will be more than a one-day national ceremony, with Elgeyo-Marakwet, Nandi and Uasin Gishu preparing a week-long programme combining sport, technology, culture and business. Head of Presidential Special Projects and Creative Economy Coordination Dennis Itumbi said the three counties will host activities designed to create opportunities for residents while…

LOOP DFS earns global IT service certification after zero non-conformities

NLK ReporterAugust 20, 202604 mins

Digital financial services provider LOOP DFS has secured the ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018 certification, strengthening its position in the provision of reliable and secure digital financial services across Africa. The certification, awarded to LOOP DFS Limited and LOOP DFS Ghana Limited, follows independent audits by the British Standards Institution (BSI), during which the company recorded zero major…

MSEA, KBA Target MSMEs in Drive to Expand Access to Finance

Robert MutasiAugust 13, 2026August 13, 202604 mins

“There is a gap in the market in terms of access to information, especially on financial access, market access and financial literacy,” Mr Kogo said.

Gicheru Leads as 32 Juniors Advance to NCBA Kenya Junior Matchplay Championship

NLK ReporterAugust 11, 202603 mins

Mwathi Gicheru set the pace on the opening day of the 2026 NCBA Kenya Junior Matchplay Championship, carding an impressive one-under-par 71 at Sigona Golf Club as the Strokeplay qualifying round concluded with 32 players advancing to the matchplay stage. Gicheru, representing Royal Nairobi Golf Club, posted the lowest score of the day…

Equity sends 121 scholars to top global universities on KSh3 billion scholarship

Mitchel BiancaAugust 7, 2026August 7, 202605 mins

The Equity Group leadership led by Equity Group Foundation Executive Chairman, Dr. James Mwangi (centre) together with a section of the Equity Leaders Program (ELP) scholars who will be joining 63 global universities in 16 Countries A total of 121 scholars under the Equity Leaders Program (ELP) have secured fully funded undergraduate scholarships to some…

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Equity Bank targets global markets for Narok SMEs through value addition

Absa Bank Kenya appoints Yusuf Omari as new managing director and CEO

NBK posts 61% rise in half-year profit to Ksh1.72 billion

Equity Group posts 32pc rise in half-year profit to Ksh45.5 billion

Mashujaa Day: Three counties turn celebrations into sports, technology and business showcase

LOOP DFS earns global IT service certification after zero non-conformities

MSEA, KBA Target MSMEs in Drive to Expand Access to Finance

Gicheru Leads as 32 Juniors Advance to NCBA Kenya Junior Matchplay Championship

Equity sends 121 scholars to top global universities on KSh3 billion scholarship

Stop Phishing: Think Before You Click