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KCB Group Doubles Dividend as Profit Surges 65%

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Herald Aloo

Herald Aloo, a journalist based in Nairobi, covers Kenya's economy, focusing on banking, and energy.
  • Net profit jumps to Ksh61.8bn ($478.3m) in 2024
  • Total dividend payout reaches Ksh9.6bn ($74.3m)

Nairobi, Kenya – Kenya’s KCB Group has doubled its dividend payout to Ksh3 per share following a 65% rise in net profit to Ksh61.8bn ($478.3m) for the year ending 2024.

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