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Family Bank’s successful listing on the Nairobi Securities Exchange represents more than a stock market milestone it reflects the maturation of Kenya’s financial ecosystem and the growing role of African capital markets in financing long-term economic growth. The bank officially listed 1.16 billion ordinary shares at KES 18 per share, creating new opportunities for investors while strengthening market liquidity. One of the defining moments of the event was the recognition of Nancy Njau, whose journey from management trainee to Chief Executive Officer demonstrates the value of long-term institutional leadership. As one of the few female CEOs leading a listed company in Kenya, her appointment also highlights the gradual evolution of leadership diversity within African financial institutions. NSE Chief Executive Officer Frank Mwiti emphasized another important priority: encouraging family-owned businesses to institutionalize governance, access public capital markets, and evolve into globally competitive enterprises. Financial Performance • Profit after tax increased 55.4% to KES 5.4 billion (FY2025) • Loan portfolio expanded to KES 105.9 billion • Q1 2026 profit after tax increased 52.6% year-on-year Business Benefits • Increased shareholder liquidity • Enhanced corporate governance • Improved access to long-term growth capital • Stronger investor confidence • Expanded financing capacity for MSMEs Economic Impact Healthy capital markets help businesses scale, create jobs, mobilize domestic savings, and reduce dependence on external financing. Listings such as Family Bank’s contribute to a stronger investment culture while encouraging more African enterprises to access public markets. Social Impact • Greater financial inclusion • Wealth building opportunities for retail investors • Increased financing for entrepreneurs • Stronger representation of women in executive leadership • Sustainable institutional growth Family Bank’s listing serves as another example of how African financial institutions are evolving into stronger, more transparent, and more competitive organizations. #FamilyBank #NSE #CapitalMarkets #Kenya #Banking #Investment #MSMEs #AfricaBusiness #FinancialServices #WomenInLeadership

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