Flora Mutahi, the former chairperson of the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), has been appointed to the board of Ecobank Kenya. She is noted for her historic role as the first woman to chair the Kenya Association of Manufacturers, where she advocated for private sector growth and industrial development.

South African firms are intensifying their investments in Kenya's corporate sector, with planned acquisitions totaling approximately Sh413 billion. This strategy aims to use Nairobi as a gateway into East and Central Africa. Notably, Absa Group has announced intentions to increase its stake in Absa Bank Kenya from 68.5 percent to a higher percentage.

Axxela Limited has appointed new non-executive board members, including Nzan Ogbe as Chairman, to enhance strategic oversight and improve corporate governance, according to Punch Business.

According to TechTrends KE, South African firms have announced over Sh400 billion in acquisitions, raising questions about their investment focus on Kenya. This trend is attributed to Kenya's economic growth, as East Africa is reportedly outperforming many larger African economies. The recent transactions indicate a strategic interest in the region by South African companies.

Absa Bank Kenya Plc has partnered with Google Hustle Academy to offer business training and financial support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Kenya over the next year. The initiative aims to reach and impact 3,000 SMEs and has already launched three cohort training sessions.

Champion Breweries has appointed a new managing director following the resignation of Inalegwu Adoga, who served as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the company.