Press Releases
East African Securities Regulators agree on to develop regional frameworks for sustainability linked financing and carbon credit markets.
Nairobi, 06 May 2024, The regional capital markets regulators, under the umbrella of East African Securities Regulatory Authorities (EASRA) have resolved to develop a regulatory framework for sustainable finance with a view to developing a harmonised regional framework.The framework will provide standards for regulating sustainability linked issuance of securities, use of proceeds, projects evaluation, and […]
CMA seeks stakeholder feedback on amendments to the regulatory framework
Nairobi, 12 March 2024 …In line with its new strategic direction, the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has developed Margin Trading Regulations, reviewed the Guidelines on Financial Resource Requirements for Market Intermediaries, and amended the Commodity Markets Regulations.The CMA Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Wyckliffe Shamiah, observed; ‘’The regulatory review is aimed at enhancing responsiveness to changing […]
CMA licenses VCG Asset Management Limited asa Fund Manager
Nairobi, 05 February 2024… The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has granted VCG Asset Management Limited a fund manager’s license. The license, granted under the provisions of the Capital Markets Act Cap 485 A, of the laws of Kenya and its associated regulations, signifies a significant milestone for VCG Asset Management Limited in the financial industry. […]
CMA licenses Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) Trustee
Nairobi, 05 February 2024…The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has granted a license to NCBA Bank Kenya PLC to operate as a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) Trustee. The issuance of license is in line with the Capital Markets (Real Estate Investment Trusts) (Collective Investment Schemes) Regulations, 2013; the Capital Markets (Corporate Governance) (Market Intermediaries) Regulations, […]
