Consolidated Bank, fully owned by the Kenyan Government, has reported a significant turnaround, returning to profitability with a 261 percent growth in profit after tax to Sh217.5 million for the year ending December 31, 2025. This marks a substantial improvement from a loss of Sh135 million in 2024.

• Consolidated Bank posted a profit of Sh217.5 million, a 261% increase.
• The bank's performance was driven by a 38% rise in net interest income and an 11% increase in non-funded income.
• Key drivers for the bank's strategy include a focus on Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and strengthening public sector financing.

Equity Group Holdings is planning to enter the Mozambique market, according to CEO and Managing Director James Mwangi.

• Equity Group has secured an appointment with Mozambique's President Daniel Chapo for the week of April 27, 2026.
• The expansion into Mozambique would make it the sixth subsidiary for Equity Group outside Kenya.
• This move follows a significant 55 percent increase in Equity Group's profit after tax to Sh75.5 billion in 2025, driven by regional operations.

Family Bank has announced a significant increase in its profit after tax, reporting a 55.4 percent jump to Sh5.38 billion for the full year ending December 2025.

• The bank's profit after tax reached Sh5.38 billion, up from Sh3.5 billion in the previous year.
• The strong performance was attributed to increased revenues from both interest and non-interest income streams at Family Bank.
• Family Bank CEO Nancy Njau highlighted the role of investments in digital capabilities, employee development, and partnerships with Development Finance Institutions in achieving this growth.