Equity Group Holdings Plc is a Pan-African financial services holding company listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange, Uganda Securities Exchange, and Rwanda Stock Exchange. The organization is Kenya’s first trillion-shilling balance sheet bank. The Group has banking subsidiaries in Kenya, DRC, Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan, and a Commercial Representative Office in Ethiopia. It has other subsidiaries in investment banking, insurance, telecom, fintech and social impact investments.
Equity Group is the largest bank in the region in assets of Kshs 1.1 trillion (USD 11 billion). It is also the biggest bank in deposits, market capitalization and with a customer base of over 15 million customers. The Group has a footprint of 336 branches, 53,151 Agents, 34,862 Merchants, 725 ATMs and an extensive adoption of digital banking channels
Equity Group’s corporate foundation - Equity Group Foundation (EGF)-established in 2008, is the Group’s social vehicle with a mandate of providing interventions that sustainably empower marginalized communities in countries we operate in. The Foundation is embodied in Equity’s undertaking of doing good, while doing well. EGF has transformed the concept of philanthropy and corporate social responsibility. While EGF champions the socio-economic transformation of the people of Africa and seeks partnerships along six cluster thematic areas, Equity Bank provides the infrastructure of delivery, hence reducing the operational costs for the Foundation and increasing the rate of return on any social investment. The six social thematic areas of focus are: Education and Leadership Development; Health; Food and Agriculture; Energy and Environment; Enterprise Development and Financial Inclusion; and Social Protection.
From blooming roses to flourishing exports, Credible Blooms has grown into a pioneering force in Kenya’s floriculture sector. During a recent visit, our Managing Director, Moses Nyabanda, reinforced Equity Bank’s commitment to fostering growth in the flower export market through our strong partnerships and tailored financial solutions.
He emphasized our dedication to supporting sustainable practices, empowering businesses like Credible Blooms to thrive, innovate, and expand on the global stage.
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With the right support, businesses don’t just grow, they thrive. Charles and Josephine’s journey proves just that! They have been able to share their success with many local businesses, therefore uplifting the community.
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Proparco and Equity Group have today signed an agreement granting €1 million in technical assistance to Equity Group Foundation (EGF) to help Kenyan smallholder farmers transition to #ClimateSmartAgriculture. This partnership aims to boost productivity & resilience for thousands of farmers in Kenya annually through the #ClimateResilientAgriFoodSystems (CRAFS) project and to support small Kenyan farmers in the adoption of sustainable practices.
Targeting 15,000 farmers annually engaged in livestock or crop value chains, the CRAFS project will provide training, sensitization, access to finance, linkage and knowledge exchange around productive use of energy, sustainable production practices, waste to energy and water harvesting and management. This approach boosts productivity, enhances resilience to climate shocks, and reduces agricultural emissions through sustainable practices.
The agreement was signed by H.E. Arnaud Suquet, French Ambassador to Kenya, Jean Guyonnet-Dupérat, Proparco’s Regional Director for East Africa and Dr. James Mwangi, MD and CEO of Equity Group.
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Equity Group Managing Director and CEO, Dr. James Mwangi hosts MBA students (Class of 2025-2026) from Columbia Business School at Equity Centre. The knowledge exchange session was centered around Equity’s model and Equity Group as an enabler for business and the expansion plans across East Africa. Dr. Mwangi was joined by management team from Equity.
The students come from diverse study areas including: Finance and Investment, Venture Capital and Entrepreneurship, Technology, Media & Consulting and Social Impact and Sustainability.
The students were led by Professor Stephan Meier who is currently the chair of the Management Division and the James P. Gorman Professor of Business at Columbia Business School.
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During the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) meeting at the Muthaiga Golf Club in Nairobi, leaders gathered to discuss the pivotal role businesses must play amid unprecedented geopolitical shifts. In these challenging times, the private sector has a unique opportunity to step up, drive growth and stability through trade and investment, and provide much-needed direction.
Dr. James Mwangi, CWEIC Chairman for East and Central Africa, emphasized the need for businesses to mobilize during this transformative time. "This is an opportunity for us to step up, mobilize businesses, and provide direction," he said, highlighting the power of business to influence the global order.
Through strategic partnerships with organizations like the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC), businesses can unlock new markets and foster meaningful connections. Dr. Mwangi also shared the importance of rethinking business models to fill the gap left by traditional aid, ensuring we build a sustainable and prosperous future for all.
CWEIC Chief Executive Roise Glazebrook noted, "We are delighted to have our colleagues supporting us in this region to help businesses make those critical connections."
By driving transformative solutions, businesses can play a key role in addressing global challenges, with Africa at the heart of this change.
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This week Equity Group hosted a delegation of 28 French businesses led by MEDEF International, the first network of entrepreneurs in France, led by Mr. Philippe Labonne, Chairman of the Africa Committee and Chairman of Africa Global Logistics, and Mr. Gérard Wolf, Chairman of the Sustainable City Task Force, at the Equity Centre in Nairobi. This event marked a significant step in strengthening the ties between French and Kenyan enterprises, particularly in key sectors such as logistics, renewable energy, construction, and infrastructure.
The meeting highlighted Equity Group's pivotal role in driving economic growth through the #AfricaRecoveryandResiliencePlan (ARRP), showcasing how we can support French and Kenyan businesses in expanding their footprint across East Africa. Discussions also focused on Kenya's strategic position as a gateway to East and Central Africa, supported by Equity Group's extensive financial infrastructure and network.
Key takeaways from the event:
Partnership Opportunities: French businesses connected with Kenyan SMEs and corporates, exploring potential collaborations.
Trade and Investment: Kenya's role as a regional hub was emphasized, with Equity Group positioned as a key enabler for French businesses looking to invest in Africa.
Innovation and Growth: The event underscored the importance of innovation and digitalization in accelerating Africa's economic transformation.
This collaboration is a testament to the growing relationship between France and Kenya, and we look forward to fostering more partnerships that drive sustainable growth and development across the continent.
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Are you into Manufacturing? Join us for a Webinar on Kenya’s Manufacturing Sector, this Thursday, 13th March at 2:00PM.
This webinar will provide in-depth insights into the current state, challenges, and opportunities in Manufacturing.
Click here to register: https://bit.ly/4kFHudJ
What to Expect:
1. Equity’s role in financing & supporting the sector.
2. Investment opportunities & business linkages.
3. Strategies for industrialization, sustainability & automation, and much more.
Don’t miss out!
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Are you into Manufacturing? Join us for a Webinar on Kenya’s Manufacturing Sector, this Thursday, 13th March at 2:00PM.
This webinar will provide in-depth insights into the current state, challenges, and opportunities in Manufacturing.
Click here to register: https://bit.ly/4kFHudJ
What to Expect:
1. Equity’s role in financing & supporting the sector.
2. Investment opportunities & business linkages.
3. Strategies for industrialization, sustainability & automation, and much more.
Don’t miss out!
#Manufacturing#EconomicGrowth#EquitySupportingBusinesses#InvestInKenya
