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- KCB Group for the Second Consecutive Year,Named Among Financial Times Africa’s fastest Growing Company 2026;
KCB Group for the second consecutive year, has been recognised in the Financial Times Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies 2026 ranking, compiled in partnership with Statista.
The ranking evaluates companies based on their compound annual growth rate between 2020 and 2023 and highlights organisations driving innovation, job creation, and competitiveness in Africa’s evolving economy.
Now in its fifth year since its launch in 2021, the ranking continues to recognise companies shaping the continent’s economic transformation.
Over the years,KCB Group has consistently delivered strong financial performance and shareholder value.In 2025, the Group posted a resilient result, with net profit rising by 11% to a record KShs. 68.4 billion, translating to a 22.5% return on equity.
This performance positioned the Group among the top-performing companies on the Nairobi Securities Exchange(NSE).
The Group also maintained its leadership position by asset size, supported by a strong balance sheet, with total assets increasing by 9.3% to KShs. 2.15 trillion.
The Group’s regional diversification strategy continues to strengthen resilience and drive performance across markets.
