Sectors on the NSE Kenya
Notable listed companies
| Company | Ticker | Sector |
|---|---|---|
| Safaricom | SCOM | Telecommunications |
| Equity Group Holdings | EQTY | Banking |
| KCB Group | KCB | Banking |
| East African Breweries | EABL | Manufacturing |
| Co-operative Bank of Kenya | COOP | Banking |
| Absa Bank Kenya | ABSA | Banking |
| KenGen | KEGN | Energy |
| Bamburi Cement | BAMB | Manufacturing |
A selection of well-known listings. Live prices for this exchange are on the Wallflake roadmap.
East Africa's financial hub
Kenya's capital market is the gateway to East Africa, with Safaricom alone often accounting for a large share of total market value and the banking sector — Equity Group, KCB, Co-op Bank — providing the market's depth. Trading runs on an automated system from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM East Africa Time, with holdings held electronically at the Central Depository and Settlement Corporation (CDSC).
How to invest in NSE stocks
Investors open a CDS account through a Central Depository Agent — typically a licensed stockbroker or investment bank — complete KYC, and trade through that broker. Kenya has embraced mobile-first investing, and several licensed brokers offer app-based onboarding that the diaspora can complete remotely.
Frequently asked questions
Does Wallflake show live NSE Kenya prices?
Not yet. Nairobi Securities Exchange live data is on our roadmap — this page profiles the exchange and its major companies. Create a free Wallflake account to be notified when Kenyan market data goes live.
What are the Nairobi Securities Exchange trading hours?
The NSE trades Monday to Friday, with continuous trading from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM East Africa Time (EAT), excluding Kenyan public holidays.
What is the largest company on the NSE?
Safaricom, Kenya's leading telecom and mobile-money operator, is by far the largest listing and one of the most valuable companies in Africa.
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