LOOP DFS, the digital financial services subsidiary of NCBA Group, planted 3,000 indigenous and adaptive trees at Flamingo Farm in Naivasha on June 13, tying the activity to the second leg of the LOOP Gravel Series 2026 held around the Hell’s Gate area, the company said in a press release.

According to the company, the tree-planting was conducted in collaboration with Hell’s Gate management and formed part of a sustainability programme embedded in the LOOP Safari Gravel Series, where planting is included as a recurring feature at each edition.

The exercise took place alongside an event that the company said drew more than 2,000 participants, including 850 cyclists, as well as spectators, partners and community members.

Corporate sustainability initiatives have become increasingly visible in Kenya as companies align with national and county-level environmental priorities, including landscape restoration and climate adaptation. Naivasha, a key tourism and agribusiness node, has faced sustained pressure on land and water resources, making conservation partnerships in the area a growing focus for both public and private sector actors.

LOOP DFS chief executive officer Eric Muriuki said the company was positioning the initiative as a link between sport, community participation and environmental action. “Our tree-planting initiative within the Gravel Series reflects LOOP’s commitment to integrating sustainability into everything we do. By bringing together sport, community, and environmental action through the LOOP Safari Gravel Series, we are not only creating memorable experiences but also taking deliberate steps to restore ecosystems and protect biodiversity,” Mr Muriuki said, according to the statement.

A representative from Hell’s Gate also backed the partnership, citing the potential ecological benefits of adding tree cover in the area. “Partnerships like this are essential to restoring our landscapes and protecting the ecosystems that sustain local communities. By planting indigenous and adaptive trees, this initiative will support biodiversity, strengthen climate resilience, and contribute to the long-term health of the Naivasha environment,” the representative said in the press release.

The company said the species planted included Odo, Olive, Neem, Croton, Acacia, Melia azedarach and Syzygium. LOOP DFS said the species selection was based on suitability to local conditions and their ability to support biodiversity, soil health and long-term survival.

While the press release did not provide projected carbon sequestration figures, LOOP DFS said the initiative is expected to contribute to carbon capture over time as the trees mature. It also said the planting is intended to support ecosystem restoration by creating habitats for birds, insects and other wildlife.

For Kenya’s corporate sector, the move reflects a broader trend of integrating environmental activities into brand-led public events—particularly in sports and tourism corridors—where community participation can scale awareness and volunteer involvement. For ecosystems such as Naivasha’s, sustained benefits will depend on post-planting care, survival rates and longer-term monitoring—elements not detailed in the statement.

LOOP DFS said tree planting will remain a feature of future editions of the LOOP Safari Gravel Series, signalling that additional restoration activities may be rolled out alongside upcoming legs of the event.

Safaricom Plc said Emmanuel Ng’eno and Mbesa Kalondu won the men’s and women’s 21km races at the third edition of the Safaricom CEO Run held on Saturday at Karura Forest in Nairobi, as the telco steps up activity around conservation fundraising ahead of the Lewa Safari Marathon slated for June 27 at Lewa Conservancy in Isiolo County.

In a press release dated June 13, 2026, Safaricom said Ng’eno won the men’s 21km half-marathon in 1:24:47, ahead of Khamza Ahmed (1:40:59) and Antony Mwasaru (1:50:02). In the women’s race, Safaricom said Kalondu finished first in 2:08:11, with Shashu Damaris second (2:08:15) and Zion Versity third (2:09:35).

Safaricom said the Karura event attracted more than 500 participants, including staff, customers, running communities and corporate teams, and was organised in partnership with conservation charity Tusk to support fundraising for Lewa Wildlife Conservancy.

Kenyan corporates have increasingly used sporting events to mobilise brand communities and fundraise for social and environmental programmes, with runs and marathons becoming a recurring platform for corporate partnerships. For Safaricom, the CEO Run sits within a longer-running association with the Lewa Safari Marathon, which channels proceeds into conservation and community development initiatives at Lewa.

Ng’eno, the men’s winner, linked his participation to the event’s conservation purpose. “This is a special win for me, especially as it was my first time participating in the Safaricom CEO Run. While the course was challenging, it was rewarding to be part of an event that brings people together in support of a meaningful cause,” said Emmanuel Ng’eno, according to the press release.

Safaricom’s Group Chief People Officer Florence Nyokabi said participation remained strong in the third year at Karura Forest. “Today’s event was a great success, with more than 500 participants taking part. This is our third year hosting the race at Karura Forest, and I would like to thank all our staff, partners and friends who turned out in large numbers to support this noble cause,” said Florence Nyokabi, Group Chief People Officer at Safaricom Plc.

Safaricom said the event had four categories: 21km, 15km, 10km and a 5km fun walk. It reported that Adam Ahmed and Violet Okoti won the 15km race in 1:08:29 and 1:34:36 respectively, while Joshua Mucha and Hudlyn Hagoi won the 10km in 40:27 and 1:02:51. Joe Mwaniki and Mikhala Barasa won the men’s and women’s 5km races, Safaricom said.

Lewa Conservancy’s Chief Programmes and Partnerships Officer John Kinoti said the Karura race supports momentum for the main marathon. “This event plays an important role in building momentum for the Lewa Safari Marathon while highlighting the impact of conservation efforts,” said John Kinoti, Chief Programmes and Partnerships Officer at Lewa Conservancy, adding that preparations were nearly complete and the conservancy was looking forward to welcoming over 1,400 participants on June 27.

Beyond the immediate sporting calendar, the CEO Run provides a snapshot of how Kenya’s largest listed telecom continues to connect staff engagement and partner participation to its environmental and community agenda, while also maintaining visibility around flagship CSR-linked events that attract corporate teams from institutions such as KCB, Huawei and Amref, as cited by Safaricom.

Safaricom said it has supported the Lewa Safari Marathon since inception and earlier in 2026 announced a KES 10 million contribution (KES 10 million) towards the 26th edition. It also said the 2026 Lewa Safari Marathon is expected to host 1,500 participants across the 42km full marathon, 21km half marathon, 10km race and 5km children’s race.

Safaricom will hold the third edition of the Safaricom CEO Run on Saturday, 13 June, at Karura Forest in Nairobi, with more than 400 participants expected, the company said in a media statement dated 11 June 2026.

Safaricom said the event is organised in partnership with Tusk and serves as a build-up to the Lewa Safari Marathon, which is scheduled for 27 June. According to the statement, the run is designed to support fundraising for conservation and community development initiatives at Lewa Wildlife Conservancy.

The company said participants will compete in four categories: a 21km half-marathon, 15km and 10km races, and a 5km walk.

In the statement, Safaricom Chief Executive Officer Peter Ndegwa linked the company’s involvement in the run to its broader support for the Lewa Safari Marathon. “Through our long-standing support of the Lewa Safari Marathon, we have witnessed firsthand how sport can transform lives by unlocking access to education, healthcare, and sustainable livelihoods for communities around Lewa,” Ndegwa said. He added that the Karura event brings together “partners, corporates, friends, and young people to participate, raise funds, and strengthen conservation efforts.”

Safaricom also highlighted its employee fundraising team, Lions of Lewa, which it said participates in the Lewa Safari Marathon and supports wildlife conservation and community development. The company said the group has, since 2019, ranked among the top fundraisers and raises more than KES 1.2 million annually.

Earlier in 2026, Safaricom announced a contribution of KES 10 million towards the 2026 Lewa Safari Marathon, according to the statement.

The company said the 2026 Lewa Safari Marathon is expected to attract more than 1,500 participants across multiple categories, including a 42km full marathon, 21km half marathon, 10km race and a 5km children’s race. However, the statement also noted that registration for the Lewa Safari Marathon is now closed.

For Kenya’s business landscape, Safaricom’s continued support for conservation-linked events reflects the growing use of corporate-backed sports and community initiatives as fundraising platforms, particularly for wildlife protection and community programmes that depend on private and philanthropic funding. The statement positions the CEO Run as an on-the-ground activation that complements sponsorship funding, including the KES 10 million contribution announced earlier in the year.

Safaricom cited long-term impact figures for the Lewa Safari Marathon, stating that since inception it has raised over KES 850 million to support conservation and community development across Kenya. More than KES 400 million of that, the company said, has gone towards protecting endangered species, wildlife habitats and surrounding ecosystems.

Looking ahead, the Karura Forest event will precede the main Lewa Safari Marathon on 27 June. Safaricom and partners are expected to use the CEO Run to rally corporate participation and fundraising momentum ahead of the Lewa event, which the company says draws a field of more than 1,500 participants.

KCB Group Plc says it disbursed KSh48.8 billion in green financing in 2025 to support projects in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, green buildings, clean transportation, water management and climate-smart investments. The lender also screened KSh587.9 billion worth of transactions under its Environmental and Social Due Diligence framework across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda, according to its 2025 Sustainability Report.

KCB said KSh9.9 billion of the green financing was independently verified as climate-eligible using the Climate Assessment for Financial Institutions (CAFI) tool. The bank added that the screening and lending activity helped it surpass a strategic target of allocating 25% of total lending to green projects, reaching 25.84% in 2025, up from 21.6% in 2024.

The disclosures are contained in the 2025 KCB Group Sustainability Report themed Transitioning Economies, which KCB said was published alongside its 2025 Integrated Report.

For Kenya’s banking sector, the figures add to a growing focus on sustainable finance and climate-risk management, driven by investor expectations, shifting regulation, and demand for capital to fund clean energy and climate adaptation projects. KCB’s footprint in multiple East African markets also means its screening framework can influence risk assessment practices for cross-border lending and large transaction volumes.

Paul Russo, KCB Group Chief Executive Officer, said the lender is aligning financing decisions and business strategy to support climate resilience and sustainable enterprise growth across its markets. “KCB seeks to be a bigger player in shaping a robust and sustainable financial ecosystem throughout East Africa by continuously developing tailored green financing solutions for MSMEs, households, and corporates in order to support the adoption of sustainable practices across key sectors,” Russo said.

KCB also reported progress on operational sustainability and social impact initiatives. It said it exceeded its 2025 tree-planting target of 1.5 million, planting more than 3.5 million trees in 2025 through more than 200 regionwide events in collaboration with 1,778 schools and other partners.

In the education sector, KCB said it supported 266 schools to adopt cleaner cooking systems under its Learning Institutions Customer Value Proposition, backed by KSh782.5 million in financing, aimed at reducing reliance on traditional biomass fuels.

On branch operations, KCB said solar installations were operational in 16 branches across the group, including Maasai Mara, Wajir, Mandera, Watamu, Lamu, Loitoktok, Kakuma and Namanga, as well as the Karen Leadership Centre. The lender said it plans to expand solar power to 30 additional branches in 2026.

KCB attributed a 2% reduction in resource use for fuel and electricity to these efforts, contributing to an overall 13% reduction in emissions across the group.

Through KCB Foundation programmes, the group said over 265,300 jobs were supported, while 16,549 youth benefited from workforce readiness and skills development initiatives. It also said 38,635 youth-led businesses received business development support under the 2Jiajiri Young Africa Works programme, and that it has supported a total of 67,090 businesses.

On inclusive finance, KCB said it disbursed KSh149 billion to women-led businesses through its Female-Led and Made Enterprise (FLME) programme, as part of a five-year commitment to unlock KSh250 billion in financing for women entrepreneurs and enterprises. The group also said 20,299 refugees gained access to formal banking services and that it disbursed KSh71.4 million in loans to refugee entrepreneurs, leveraging UNHCR identification documentation.

KCB said the 2025 sustainability report is its third to undergo a limited assurance review and was prepared in reference to IFRS S1 and S2 Standards, as part of what it described as early voluntary adoption ahead of a mandatory deadline set for the 2027 reporting period.

Looking ahead, the lender’s planned rollout of solar to additional branches and continued expansion of green lending will be watched as banks across Kenya and the region face pressure to demonstrate measurable progress on climate risk, sustainable finance allocation and disclosure standards.

KCB Group Plc said it disbursed KSh48.8 billion in green financing loans in 2025 to support projects in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, green buildings, clean transportation, water management and climate-smart investments, according to disclosures in its 2025 Sustainability Report.

The lender also said it screened KSh587.9 billion worth of transactions under its Environmental and Social Due Diligence framework covering operations in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. KCB said the screening and lending activity helped it surpass its internal strategic target of allocating 25% of total lending to green projects, with green lending reaching 25.84% in 2025, up from 21.6% in 2024.

KCB said KSh9.9 billion of the green financing was independently verified as climate-eligible using the Climate Assessment for Financial Institutions (CAFI) tool.

The disclosures are contained in the 2025 KCB Group Sustainability Report themed “Transitioning Economies”, which the bank published alongside its 2025 Integrated Report.

The update matters for Kenya’s banking sector as lenders face growing pressure from regulators, investors and development finance partners to demonstrate measurable progress on climate and sustainability commitments, including disclosure quality and portfolio alignment. KCB is one of the region’s largest banking groups, with operations across multiple East African markets, meaning its sustainable finance approach can influence capital flows into sectors such as energy, transport, agriculture and real estate.

Commenting on the results, KCB Group CEO Paul Russo said the bank was aligning financing decisions and business strategy toward climate resilience and sustainable enterprise growth.

“KCB seeks to be a bigger player in shaping a robust and sustainable financial ecosystem throughout East Africa by continuously developing tailored green financing solutions for MSMEs, households, and corporates in order to support the adoption of sustainable practices across key sectors,” Russo said. He added that this would be supported by partnerships with global climate financiers, product innovation and efforts to “accelerate the transition to a low-carbon and climate resilient economy throughout the region.”

Beyond lending, KCB said it exceeded its 2025 tree-planting target. The bank reported it planted more than 3.5 million trees in 2025, above a target of 1.5 million, through more than 200 tree-planting events in collaboration with 1,778 schools and other partners.

In clean energy initiatives tied to the education sector, KCB said it supported 266 schools to adopt cleaner cooking systems, backed by KSh782.5 million in financing, under its Learning Institutions Customer Value Proposition.

The bank also said it expanded solar power installations to 16 branches across the group, naming Maasai Mara, Wajir, Mandera, Watamu, Lamu, Loitoktok, Kakuma and Namanga, as well as the Karen Leadership Centre, as some of the sites with operational installations. KCB said it plans to expand solar power to 30 additional branches “this year.”

KCB reported that these efforts contributed to a 2% reduction in resource use for fuel and electricity and an overall 13% reduction in emissions across the group, attributing the performance to renewable energy adoption and operational efficiency initiatives.

On inclusion-linked programmes, KCB said that through KCB Foundation programmes, more than 265,300 jobs were supported, while 16,549 youth benefited from workforce readiness and skills development initiatives. The lender also reported that 38,635 youth-led businesses received business development support under the 2Jiajiri Young Africa Works programme and that it has supported a total of 67,090 businesses.

The bank said it disbursed KSh149 billion to women-led businesses through its Female-Led and Made Enterprise (FLME) programme, positioning this as part of a five-year commitment to unlock KSh250 billion for women entrepreneurs and enterprises.

KCB also said 20,299 refugees gained access to formal banking services and that it disbursed KSh71.4 million in loans to refugee entrepreneurs using UNHCR identification documentation.

On reporting and disclosure standards, KCB said the 2025 sustainability report was its third to undergo a limited assurance review and that it was prepared in reference to IFRS S1 and S2 Standards. The group said this represents voluntary early adoption ahead of a mandatory deadline set for the 2027 reporting period.

Going forward, the lender’s next milestones will include execution of its plan to roll out solar power to additional branches and maintaining green-lending levels above its 25% allocation target, as disclosure requirements and investor scrutiny increase across the region.

Pumwani Maternity Hospital has established an upgraded newborn unit in Nairobi, adding new technology and infrastructure—including a central heating system—to address hypothermia among newborns, according to a press release dated June 10, 2026.

The hospital, which said it delivers about 80 to 90 babies daily and is marking its 100th anniversary this year, stated that the modernisation is intended to strengthen neonatal care at what it described as Kenya’s largest maternity facility and a key referral point for complicated cases. The press release also noted that Nairobi accounts for about 10% of births in Kenya, positioning interventions at Pumwani as significant for maternal and newborn outcomes beyond the facility.

Hypothermia—when newborns are unable to regulate their body temperature—has been a longstanding clinical challenge at the hospital. Dr Chris Mugambi, Pumwani Maternity Hospital’s Medical Superintendent and a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, described the condition as “an invisible enemy” for newborns at the facility.

Dr Mugambi said the installation of the central heating system has already delivered measurable gains. “The central heating component has enabled us to achieve above 75 per cent improvement in thermal regulation outcomes, saving infant lives on the backdrop of stretched demand,” he said.

The initiative was supported through a partnership involving the Nairobi City County Government, Pumwani Maternity Hospital and Safaricom Foundation-linked programmes, the statement said. Safaricom Foundation Chairman Joseph Ogutu said the intervention forms part of the Uzazi Salama programme, which he said is aligned to the World Health Organization’s Every Woman, Every Newborn, Everywhere (EWENE) action plan.

“We are absolutely delighted at the impact of this partnership with the Nairobi County Government and Pumwani Maternity Hospital, enabling us to improve the health and well-being of women and children in our country by ending preventable deaths as we journey towards the realisation of the Sustainable Development Goals,” Ogutu said.

Funding for the heating component was provided by the M-Pesa Foundation, which the press release said put in KES 13 million towards the installation of the central heating system in the newborn unit. The statement linked the project to Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being), citing its role in strengthening referral healthcare services.

Nairobi City County Chief Officer for Medical Services Maryam Dahir said the upgraded unit is expected to improve maternal and newborn care at a facility that the press release said accounts for about 10% of the country’s total births. “This means we are responsible for approximately one in every ten maternal cases in Kenya,” she said.

Dahir added that the county views partner support as part of broader health system strengthening efforts. “As a county, we receive this with great gratitude and we look forward to continued partnership, and where possible, cascading similar support to other facilities within the city,” she said.

For Kenya’s health sector and its financing landscape, the project underscores the growing role of public-private partnerships and philanthropic capital in bridging gaps in critical hospital infrastructure, particularly in high-volume public facilities. Thermal regulation is a basic but often under-resourced component of neonatal care, and Pumwani’s scale—80 to 90 deliveries a day, according to the statement—means efficiency gains can translate into system-level impact if replicated.

Next, county health leaders indicated interest in extending similar support to other facilities within Nairobi. Future milestones will likely include monitoring clinical outcomes from the upgraded unit and assessing whether comparable heating and equipment interventions can be deployed across other maternity and newborn units in the county’s referral network.

LG Electronics East Africa has partnered with MultiChoice, a Canal+ company, to launch Make Life Good, a six-part reality television series that will air on Maisha Magic from 13 June, the companies said in a media statement dated Wednesday 10 June 2026 in Nairobi.

According to the statement, the programme will be hosted by South African television personality Jessica Nkosi and will follow six public figures as they plan surprise 24-hour makeovers of facilities run by charitable organisations and community mentors. The series will air on Maisha Magic East (DStv Channel 158) at 19:30 EAT on 13 June, with a repeat on Maisha Magic Plus on 14 June at 20:00.

The show’s format centres on what the companies describe as gratitude-driven interventions for organisations supporting vulnerable communities in South Africa. The “Achievers” named in the statement are mountaineer Saray Khumalo, football figure William Okpara, entrepreneur and author Thandi Mavata, data and analytics executive Esther Munyi, PR executive Perpetual Kendi, and filmmaker Adze Ugah.

In each episode, the statement said, an Achiever selects a cause and works with LG to upgrade the facility with appliances and electronics intended to address day-to-day operational constraints. Examples cited include upgrades at LIV Lanseria and Botshabelo Babies Home, as well as installations for youth hubs and training centres such as Bold Men Skills Program and The House Groups. The companies also referenced support to the Kensington Secondary School soccer programme through laundry equipment for cleaning sports kits.

Phil Jung, CEO of LG Electronics Middle East and Africa Region, said the company is using the programme to focus on human-interest storytelling rather than product-led messaging. “At LG, our 'Life’s Good' philosophy is built on the belief that technology should serve humanity, making our daily lives more convenient, connected, and meaningful. With ‘Make Life Good’ series, we wanted to move beyond product specifications and celebrate the authentic, emotional human stories of our region,” Jung said.

MultiChoice framed the series as part of its unscripted programming slate on Maisha Magic. “It’s reality TV with purpose. We see it as a celebration of compassion and the unique Mzansi belief that when one rises, they should thrive to lift others as well,” said Mbali Ntuli, GE Head of Unscripted Content at MultiChoice. “We are honoured to be at the centre of a project that is a reminder that even a small act of kindness can transform an entire community.”

Donghun Lee, President of LG Electronics East Africa, said the series is intended to spotlight individuals and organisations working in communities. “Across Africa, there are countless individuals and organisations doing extraordinary work every day, often without recognition. What makes ‘Make Life Good’ special is that it shines a light on these stories and gives them a platform to inspire others,” Lee said.

For Kenya’s business landscape, the partnership underscores how global electronics brands and pay-TV operators are increasingly using locally distributed content to reinforce brand positioning in East Africa’s competitive consumer electronics and home appliances market. Maisha Magic’s reach on DStv also provides a regional distribution pathway for programming that blends entertainment with corporate-backed community interventions, a format that has been gaining traction across African broadcasters and streaming platforms.

Jane Kariuki, Head of Marketing at LG Electronics East Africa, said the project is designed to show practical applications of technology in community settings. “Through this partnership with Maisha Magic and these inspiring changemakers, we are looking beyond product features to spotlight the real impact they are making in their communities. At the same time, we are demonstrating how smart technology can support and simplify the important work they do to create positive change every day,” Kariuki said.

The companies did not disclose the value of the production or any investment tied to the facility upgrades. The next milestone is the premiere on 13 June, followed by subsequent weekly episodes over the six-part season, according to the statement.

Blankets & Wine, a Nairobi-founded live music festival produced by GoodTimes Africa, opened its 2026 season on Sunday, June 7, 2026, with a June edition held at Kasarani Indoor Arena in Nairobi, according to a press release dated June 8. Organisers said the event ran across two performance areas—the Main Stage inside the arena and the Onja Onja Stage at The Annex—alongside an outdoor Onja Onja Market for vendors.

The June edition featured Kenyan and African performers, including Labdi, Mordecai Dex, Mejja, Serro, Mutoriah and Watendawili, with Nigerian artist Fave also on the lineup, the organisers said. The Onja Onja Stage hosted electronic and DJ sets featuring DJADE, DJ Paps, Sir M, Kaneda, One Down, DJ IV, Goldmax, Suraj, LA Dave and Hiribae, among others.

The event forms part of Blankets & Wine’s 17th year of operation. The festival was founded in Nairobi in 2008 by Muthoni Ndonga and has staged editions in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and the UK, according to the same statement.

Organisers said the Main Stage programme opened with Labdi, followed by performances by Mordecai Dex and Serro. The festival said Fave performed a set during the event, while Mejja and Mutoriah appeared later on the bill. Watendawili closed the night, with the organisers citing surprise guest appearances by Charisma and Xeniah Manasseh during the set.

On the Onja Onja Stage, the organisers said DJADE opened before DJ Paps, with a back-to-back set from Sir M and Kaneda and additional performances by One Down and DJ IV. The statement also cited a performance by South African artist Goldmax, and said the stage ended with a joint set by Suraj, LA Dave and Hiribae.

The June edition also served as the rollout of the festival’s year-long platform dubbed “Your Taste Lives Here,” which the organisers described as a cultural programme focused on Kenyan music, food, fashion and community experiences.

“Every edition of Blankets & Wine begins with a simple question: what does it mean to gather meaningfully in this moment?” said Muthoni Ndonga, Founder and Creative Director. “This June, we introduced some bold changes and our audience once again reminded us that the true power of the festival lies in intentional gathering, shared experiences and the sense of community that continues to define and shape Blankets & Wine.”

The festival said the Onja Onja Market, located outdoors next to the Onja Onja Stage, brought together food vendors, fashion brands and creative entrepreneurs. “We are grateful to everyone who explored The Onja Onja Market, it was exciting to see audiences discovering, supporting and engaging with local brands,” said Michelle Njeri, Brand Manager.

For Kenya’s entertainment and events economy, large-format festivals like Blankets & Wine create business for event production, venue operations, hospitality, transport, and micro and small enterprises that sell food, beverages, fashion and merchandise on-site. The Onja Onja Market segment signals continued interest in festival-linked retail opportunities, where independent brands access concentrated footfall and brand visibility.

GoodTimes Africa said upcoming editions are scheduled for September 6 and December 20, 2026.

Technology distributor Mitsumi Distribution has expanded into India, Iraq and Morocco, a move the Kenya-founded company said will broaden its presence in emerging markets as demand rises for artificial intelligence, cloud computing and cybersecurity solutions. The company announced the expansion during GITEX Kenya 2026 in Nairobi in June 2026, according to a statement.

Mitsumi said the three new markets form part of a wider push to support multinational technology vendors and local channel partners seeking access to what it described as fast-growing digital economies across Africa, the Middle East and Asia. The company did not disclose the size of its investment, revenue targets or timelines for operational rollout in the new countries.

The expansion comes as Kenyan and regional enterprises increase spending on cloud adoption, cybersecurity and data-driven technologies, driven by digitisation programmes in both the public and private sectors. Distributors such as Mitsumi play a central role in the region’s technology supply chain by providing vendor authorisations, logistics, financing support and partner enablement to resellers and systems integrators.

“Our expansion into India, Iraq and Morocco is a strategic investment in markets that are demonstrating strong demand for digital infrastructure and enterprise technologies,” said Jagat Shah, Chairman and CEO of Mitsumi Distribution. “These markets present significant opportunities for technology vendors, channel partners and businesses seeking to accelerate their digital transformation journeys.”

Alongside the geographic expansion, Mitsumi announced new distribution partnerships with PRAMA across India and East Africa and with Targus in India. It also said it is expanding the reach of several brands within its network, including Nothing and Fujifilm in East Africa, Acer and AOC Philips in India, Lenovo across the Gulf Cooperation Council region, and an expanded PNY distribution agreement across Africa to support demand for Nvidia-powered artificial intelligence infrastructure.

“What makes this expansion particularly important is the opportunity it creates for our partners and customers,” said Mitesh Shah, Co Chairman and Managing Director of Mitsumi Distribution. “Every new market and every new partnership expands access to technology, strengthens our ecosystem and creates new avenues for growth.”

For the Kenyan market, the new distribution agreements could translate into broader availability of enterprise devices, peripherals and infrastructure components through local channel partners, particularly as organisations modernise IT environments and roll out security and AI initiatives. The company’s reference to expanded PNY coverage for Nvidia-based AI infrastructure also points to rising demand for accelerated computing in sectors such as financial services, telecoms and large-scale data deployments, though Mitsumi did not provide order volumes or market demand figures.

Mitsumi said it was founded in Kenya and now represents more than 45 global brands across 36 countries, with a portfolio spanning AI, cloud services, cybersecurity, enterprise infrastructure, software solutions and managed services. The company operates across Africa, the Middle East and India, according to the statement.

Looking ahead, execution will likely depend on building local partner networks, regulatory compliance, and logistics capabilities in the new markets, as well as maintaining vendor authorisations across a growing footprint. Mitsumi has not announced opening dates for offices or warehouses in India, Iraq or Morocco, nor has it disclosed staffing plans, but said the expansion is intended to strengthen its regional presence and channel support.

Pwani Oil Products Ltd’s Sawa Milking Jelly has kicked off a nationwide farmer empowerment initiative aimed at reducing losses in Kenya’s dairy sector by addressing mastitis infections, poor hygiene and declining milk quality, the company said on June 9, 2026, in Nairobi.

According to Pwani Oil, the campaign will run until August 2026 and will pass through 17 towns across four counties—Bomet, Narok, Nyandarua and Murang’a—targeting 105 mini farm activations and two regional intensive farm activations. The company said the programme will focus on practical education for farmers on udder care, mastitis prevention, milk hygiene, cow wellness and improved milking practices.

The initiative is being carried out in partnership with AMA Energy, which Pwani Oil described as an animal feed additive. In the statement, Pwani Oil said the partnership is intended to support farmers through “practical education, animal wellness support and improved milking practices.”

The campaign comes as the dairy sector faces animal health constraints and pressure to meet higher milk quality standards—issues that can directly affect farm incomes and processor supply chains. Mastitis, which reduces yields and can lower milk quality, is a persistent cost for smallholder farmers who account for a large share of Kenya’s milk production.

Speaking during a farmer engagement forum in Gatanga, Murang’a County, James Faraja, Brand Manager for Sawa Milking Jelly, said farmers require targeted support to improve outcomes at farm level. “Kenya’s dairy farmers are at the centre of the country’s food systems and rural economy. Supporting them with practical knowledge, proper udder care education and animal wellness solutions is essential in improving milk quality, protecting livestock health and building more sustainable farming communities,” Faraja said.

Pwani Oil cited data from the International Centre for Antimicrobial Resistance Solutions indicating that subclinical mastitis—mild infections without visible clinical signs—has a high prevalence in Kenya, exceeding 50%, according to the organisation. The company linked the prevalence to reduced productivity and quality challenges in dairy production.

At the same Gatanga engagement, veterinary expert Job Munene said mastitis is a key driver of farm-level losses in the region. “The condition not only affects milk quality and farmer earnings but also impacts animal comfort, welfare and long-term farm sustainability. Many of these losses can be reduced through greater farmer education, preventative animal care and improved milking hygiene practices,” Munene said.

Pwani Oil also referenced broader sector context from the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), which it said estimates the global dairy sector supports more than 150 million farming households worldwide and is important for food security and rural development. The company further cited “agricultural sustainability studies published in late 2025” linking improved dairy hygiene and animal health practices to progress on selected United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, though it did not name specific studies.

For Kenya’s agribusiness value chain, improved farm hygiene and mastitis control can have knock-on effects on processor efficiency, product quality compliance and antimicrobial use, particularly as buyers and regulators intensify scrutiny around food safety and residues. If adopted at scale, better on-farm practices can reduce spoilage, improve yields and stabilise supply for formal milk markets.

Pwani Oil said AMA Energy will support the programme through grassroots engagement intended to strengthen connections with farmers. The company did not disclose the programme budget or the number of farmers it expects to reach, but said the campaign will include community engagement and storytelling to highlight farmer experiences and challenges.