The Mwango Weekly

In this episode recorded on November 20, 2025, we are joined by the I&M Holdings’ CFO, David Ngata, as we break down the comapny’s Q3 2025 results. We cover performance in the regions, CBK’s new pricing framework, capital allocation, shareholder returns, and future outlook.Subscribe to get notified when we make a new post.Show Notes00:00:00 Introduction00:02:28 Overview of Q3 25 Financial...

In this episode recorded on September 4, 2025, we are joined by the Nairobi Securities Exchange CEO, Frank Mwiti, to discuss the state of the NSE. We cover key stakeholders in Kenya’s capital market, NSE’s performance, data accessibility, market Inclusivity, and future strategy.Subscribe to get notified when we make a new post.Show Notes00:00:00 Introduction00:06:21 Overview of the Nairobi...

In this episode recorded on December 1, 2025, and hosted by Ramah Nyang, we unpack Safaricom’s KES 15B Medium Term Note. We cover green bonds, pricing, liquidity in the market, and use of proceeds rom the MTNWe are joined by:* Silha Rasugu — Emerging & Frontier Capital LLP* Gregory Waweru — SBG Securities* Birju Sanghrajka — Standard CharteredSubscribe to get notified when we make a new...

In this episode recorded on September 11, 2025, we are joined by Capital A Investment Bank’s Senior Research Analyst, Ronny Chokaa, as we unpack and break down the H1 2025 results of Kenyan banks.Subscribe to get notified when we make a new post.Show Notes00:00:00 Introduction00:01:01 High-Level View of H1 Bank Earnings00:03:03 FX Stability and Impact00:06:27 Interest Margins and Impact of...

In this episode recorded on November 04, 2025, we are joined by EABL’s CFO, Risper Ohaga, and Absa Bank’s Director of Capital Markets, Robert Murai, as we unpack EABL’s KES 20B Medium-Term Note, why the brewer is back in the debt market, and what it means for its funding plans and investors.Subscribe to get notified when we make a new post.Show Notes00:00:00 Introduction00:00:54 Working Capital...

In this episode recorded on July 31, 2025, we are joined by Kishan Popat as we trace his path from computer systems to leading research at Kestrel Capital, and his journey through MIT.We cover lessons from the 2008 financial crisis, the value of cold emails, the impact of AI on financial analysis, and improving African marketsSubscribe to get notified when we make a new post.Show Notes00:00:00...

In this episode recorded on July 23, 2025, and hosted by Julians Amboko, we are joined by Tony Olendo, chair of the Virtual Assets Chamber of Commerce, to unpack Kenya’s new Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Bill.We cover the licensing requirements for virtual asset service providers, legislation, FATF recommendations, regulatory challenges, and initial coin offerings.Subscribe to get...

In this episode recorded on July 16, 2025, we are joined by David Rogovic, VP & Senior Credit Officer at Moody’s Ratings, for a deep dive into Kenya’s credit outlook.We also cover factors that influence credit ratings, debt sustainability, political risk, and the impact of policy.Subscribe to get notified when we make a new post.Show Notes00:00:00 Introduction00:01:41 Understanding Sovereign...

In this episode recorded on July 21, 2025, and hosted by Ramah Nyang, we are joined by KenGen’s MD and CEO, Eng. Peter Njenga, for a discussion on the company’s background, growth plans, and strategic outlook.We cover future energy prospects, opportunities in renewable energy, diversification of revenue streams, and balancing risks.Subscribe to get notified when we make a new post.Show...

In this episode, recorded on July 17, 2025, we host King’ori Gathinji, Head of Investments and Financial Fitness at Stanbic Bank Kenya, for a conversation on building financial resilience.Subscribe to get notified when we make a new post.Show Notes00:00:00 Introduction00:03:01 Understanding Financial Fitness00:09:19 Create and Build00:18:09 Live and Enjoy00:29:15 Save and Invest00:39:17 Shared...