Kenya claims top spot in corporate merger deals

Local companies turn to acquisitions to strengthen competitiveness as regional consolidation gathers pace...

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Kenya has emerged as the leader in cross-border merger and acquisition deals within the Comesa bloc for 2025, surpassing Zambia. This trend highlights a strategic push by Kenyan firms to enhance competitiveness and revenue through consolidation.

Kenya reported 42 merger cases in 2025, making it the top destination for such deals in the 21-member bloc.
The Comesa Competition and Consumer Commission (CCCC) disclosed these findings in its 2025 annual report.
Notable deals include Nigerian lender Access Bank Plc acquiring National Bank of Kenya (NBK) and Tanzanian conglomerate Amsons Group increasing its stake in East African Portland Cement (EAPC).

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