Kenya's next industrial revolution will be built on scale

Kenya’s industrial sector is entering a new phase, one defined by consolidation, capital muscle, and the logic of economies of scale...

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Kenya's industrial sector is undergoing a significant transformation driven by consolidation and the pursuit of economies of scale, exemplified by recent mergers and acquisitions like Amsons Group's takeover of East African Portland Cement Company (EAPCC).

The acquisition of EAPCC by Amsons Group follows Amsons' earlier takeover of Bamburi Cement.
EAPCC shareholders went 13 years without a dividend payout before receiving one this year, primarily due to land sales.
The shift reflects a response to heightened fiscal pressures, rising energy costs, and the need for greater efficiency in a competitive environment.

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