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    Kumeshen Naidoo (left), Head of Debt Capital Markets, and Narisa Balgobind, Head of Debt at Absa. They argue that after two years of tight liquidity, elevated yields, and cautious issuances, the debt window is reopening.

    Africa’s Debt Markets Reawaken – But This Time, Smarter: Here is How

    CEO East Africa MagazineBusiness & MarketsFebruary 24, 2026February 24, 2026

    Kenyan beverages giant East African Breweries Limited (EABL) recently refinanced an existing Ksh11 billion corporate bond through a medium-term note priced at 11.8%, marking the first issuance under its newly…

    EABL’s East African footprint: A portfolio spanning Tusker and Guinness in Kenya, Nile and Bell in Uganda, and Serengeti and Konyagi in Tanzania, now offering Asahi immediate scale in a high-growth region, deep route-to-market access, and a platform to expand premium and global brands across East Africa.

    Everything You Need to Know About Diageo’s Sale of its 65% Stake in EABL to Japan’s Asahi Group

    CEO East Africa MagazineThe Big StoryDecember 18, 2025December 18, 2025

    East African Breweries Limited (EABL), one of East Africa’s most influential consumer goods companies, is entering a new era. This comes after its majority shareholder, Diageo, agreed to sell its…

    COMESA Fines Diageo USD 750,000 for Unfair Distribution Deals in Uganda, Eswatini and Zambia

    Paul MurungiEast AfricaManufacturing & IndustryTechnology & InnovationThe Big StoryOctober 13, 2025October 21, 2025

    The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Competition Commission has imposed a fine of USD 750,000 on global alcoholic beverages manufacturer Diageo Plc, the majority shareholder in East…

    In Uganda, a potential Diageo exit out of East African Breweries Limited, will have an impact on Uganda Breweries Limited, where it has a holding of 98.19%.

    Diageo Considers EABL Sale Amid Exit From African Beer Markets

    CEO ReporterThe Big StoryJuly 29, 2025July 29, 2025

    Bloomberg has reported that British multinational Diageo has appointed Bank of America and Goldman Sachs to oversee a review of its 65% stake in East African Breweries Limited (EABL). The…

    Is EABL Next on the Market as Diageo Steadily Exits Africa?

    CEO East Africa MagazineEast AfricaNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryMay 22, 2025May 22, 2025

    East African Breweries Limited (EABL), one of the crown jewels in Kenya’s corporate sector, is now at the centre of market speculation following a broader strategic pivot by its parent…

    EABL BRINGS ITS SOLDIERS HOME: Alvin Mbugua Heads Regional Spirits Division As Mark Kivuna Returns To Head Marketing And Innovations At Kenya Breweries

    Muhereza KyamuteteraCompany NewsExecutive ProfilesFebruary 5, 2025February 5, 2025

    East African Breweries Limited (EABL) has announced significant leadership changes, marking the return of two seasoned executives to pivotal roles within the company. Alvin Mbugua has been appointed as the…

    SHAKEN BUT NOT STIRRED: EABL revenues grow to KShs66.5 bn, but rising costs dampen half-year profits

    Muhereza KyamuteteraCompany NewsNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryJanuary 28, 2024January 28, 2024

    Despite a  strong 16% growth in net sales in the first six months of EABL’s FY2024 (July -December 2023) compared to the same period in the prior year, East African…

    Uganda Breweries elevates Emmy Hashakimana to Commercial Director Role

    Muhereza KyamuteteraCompany NewsThe Big StorySeptember 30, 2023September 30, 2023

    After doing what Uganda Breweries says is a “fantastic job leading the marketing team”, Emmy Hashakimana has been promoted to the role of Commercial Director. The new assignment is effective…

    SIR IVAN MENEZES 1959 – 2023: ‘Captain Morgan’ of the Diageo Ship ‘Walks’ On

    Muhereza KyamuteteraC-Suite LeadershipExecutive ProfilesThe Big StoryJune 8, 2023June 8, 2023

    Sir Ivan Menezes the ‘Captain Morgan’ of the Diageo Plc ship has passed on, after a short illness.  “This is an incredibly sad day. Ivan was undoubtedly one of the…

    Felix Okoboi, the new wunderkind in Uganda’s corporate corridors of power

    Muhereza KyamuteteraExecutive ProfilesLists & RankingsThe Big StoryJune 7, 2023June 7, 2023

    Last week, East African Breweries Limited (EABL), the region’s leading branded alcohol beverage business and a subsidiary of Diageo, the global alcohol giant announced that it had appointed Felix Okoboi…

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