Family Bank has officially joined the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) as of June 23, 2026, through a listing by introduction at a reference price of Sh18 per share. This move has brought to light longstanding questions regarding ownership concentration, governance expectations, and shareholder liquidity for one of Kenya's longest-traded over-the-counter banking stocks, according to TechTrends KE.

The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has appointed Tom Mulwa as its new chairman, succeeding Kiprono Kittony, who has stepped down after six years. Mulwa, a financial services executive, will lead the exchange as it implements reforms aimed at attracting more companies, expanding retail investing, and enhancing capital formation in Kenya.

Kenya is advancing its regulation of the digital asset market with the proposed Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Regulations, 2026. These draft regulations aim to establish a formal legal framework for businesses in the cryptocurrency and digital asset sector, transitioning from an unregulated environment to one that requires licensing and compliance, according to Sharp Daily.

Soko Directory has published a guide outlining five factors investors should consider before putting money into Special Funds in Kenya. The article notes that the country's investment landscape has expanded well beyond traditional money market funds, with Special Funds emerging as an alternative option in recent years. The guide, according to the publication, aims to help potential investors evaluate these products before committing their money, reflecting growing interest in diversified investment vehicles in Kenya.

On July 2, the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) held the second day of the 13th Building African Financial Markets (BAFM) Forum, focusing on topics such as state-owned enterprise listings, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria, digital transformation, sustainable finance, Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), and cross-border market development in Africa. The Tanzanian government announced plans for 4 to 5 new companies to be listed at the DSE.

Kenya is moving forward with the establishment of a National Cybersecurity Agency (NCSA) following the approval of the National Cybersecurity Agency Order by the National Assembly. This initiative aims to enhance the country's digital defenses against cyber threats.