The SME Market Segment is dedicated to small and medium-sized enterprises seeking access to capital markets. Through this segment, these companies are able to raise capital to support expansion and accelerate their growth within a regulatory framework tailored to their unique needs. This approach enables promising companies to access public funding while continuing to build their operational capacity and market presence.
Requirements to List of the SME Market Segment
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Listing Requirement |
SME Investment Market |
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Operation history |
2 years of business operations |
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Share capital and shareholders |
Min. paid-up ordinary share capital of KES 10m, minimum 7 shareholders |
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Total assets |
Minimum KES 100m |
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IFRS compliant audited |
Last 1 accounting period, ending at least 4 months prior for non-issuers and 6 months for already issued securities |
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Directors |
Mix of executive, non-executive and independent directors |
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Track record and profitability |
Credible and auditable business plan, verifiable growth potential, at least a major asset or contracted business opportunity |
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Shares available for trade by public (free float) |
At least 10% |
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Lock-in period for controlling shareholders |
24 months |
Companies on SME Investment Market Segment
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No. |
Issuer |
Sector |
| 1. |
Eaagads Limited |
Agricultural |
| 2. |
Kapchorua Tea Kenya Plc |
Agricultural |
| 3. |
Limuru Tea Plc |
Agricultural |
| 4. |
Nairobi Business Ventures Plc |
Commercial and Services |
| 5. |
Homeboyz Entertainment Plc |
Commercial and Services |
| 6. |
Africa Mega Agricorp Plc |
Manufacturing & Allied |
| 7. |
Kurwitu Ventures Limited |
Investment |
| 8. |
Eveready East Africa Plc |
Commercial and Services |
| 9. |
Shri Krishana Overseas Limited |
Manufacturing & Allied |