Family Bank Limited has officially been listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange, marking a major milestone for Kenya’s capital markets and signaling a new chapter in the growth of locally built financial institutions.

The listing, marked by an official bell-ringing ceremony at the NSE, was celebrated as a significant step not only for the bank but also for the broader banking sector, with market leaders describing it as a powerful statement on the strength and resilience of Kenyan enterprise.

Historic milestone for Kenyan enterprise

Speaking during the listing ceremony, on Tuesday, June 23,2026, NSE Chief Executive Officer Frank Mwiti described the admission of Family Bank as more than the listing of a financial institution, saying it represents years of entrepreneurial vision, resilience and determination.

“Family Bank admission today in the NSE is not merely listing of a financial institution. It is a story of vision, courage and unwavering belief. It reflects the entrepreneurial journey that has defined Family Bank and this historic occasion in Kenya, one of the most anticipated bank listings in decades,” Mwiti said.

He further challenged Kenyan entrepreneurs to pursue ambitious business growth strategies capable of building institutions that last for generations.

“Take courage and follow your dream, which reflects Family Bank’s journey. On behalf of the NSE fraternity, we thank you for inspiring future generations,” he added.

NSE pushes family business growth

Mwiti said one of NSE’s major priorities remains supporting family-owned Kenyan businesses to access long-term capital while institutionalising their success and preserving legacy across generations.

“One of the key priorities of NSE is to support family businesses in Kenya to secure legacy, access long-term capital, institutionalise their success and flourish across generations. We want to see more Kenyan-owned family businesses expand beyond our borders,” he stated.

Landmark moment for capital markets

At the same time, NSE Chairman Kiprono Kittony said the listing goes beyond the admission of a new security onto the trading board, describing it as proof that Kenyan institutions can grow from modest beginnings into nationally significant enterprises.

“Today’s listing is not merely the admission of a new security onto the trading board of the NSE. It is a statement that Kenyan institutions can be built from modest beginnings into nationally significant enterprises,” Kittony said.

He added that the milestone demonstrates the role of strong governance, vision and resilience in building institutions capable of creating long-term value for shareholders and the wider economy.

Boost for Kenyan enterprise growth

Kittony noted that Family Bank’s successful listing should inspire emerging businesses and regional enterprises to view capital markets as more than just a financing option, but as a strategic growth partner.

“Family Bank’s listing inspires businesses, high-growth enterprises, emerging champions, and regional leaders to view the capital markets not merely as a source of funding, but as a strategic partner in their growth journey,” he stated.

He further emphasized that the listing reflects investor confidence and highlights the growing ability of locally built institutions to compete and thrive on the national stage.