The National Securities Exchange (NSE) in Kenya has announced significant changes to its Equity Trading Rules, effective August 8, 2025, allowing Kenyans to buy and sell shares in single units. This move abolishes the previous minimum 100-share requirement, aiming to make stock market investments more accessible, particularly for retail investors.

• The new rules will enable trading in multiples of one (1) unit, a departure from the historical 100-share minimum.
• The changes were approved following amendments to the NSE Equity Trading Rules, as stated by NSE on Tuesday, July 29.
• This initiative seeks to improve access to investment opportunities, reduce entry barriers, and encourage wider participation in the NSE.