NCBA Investment Bank has launched its comprehensive Offshore Investment Solutions to provide accessible, professionally-managed investments with access to global markets, currency diversification and sophisticated wealth-building opportunities.
NCBA’s new Offshore Investment Solutions will give clients accessible, professionally managed investments in a new diversification move.
“We’re utilising our global presence, market knowledge and expertise to create a solid offshore investment setup. Our goal is to ensure it meets all regulatory standards in various markets and truly connects with our clients’ needs, helping them invest their capital safely while aiming for reliable returns,” said Mr. Muathi Kilonzo, Managing Director, NCBA Investment Bank.
The launch aims to meet the increasing need for clients to invest in global markets without macroeconomic volatility and currency fluctuations, prevalent in the East African market. The launch also comes at a time when Kenya has established itself as one of the wealthiest nations in Africa, ranking fifth in the Africa Wealth Report 2025. The country is now home to 6,800 high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs).
“We see numerous opportunities for growing this business unit in Kenya given the strategic interventions made to build Nairobi as the financial centre of choice in the continent. Our Offshore solutions help clients achieve diversification away from Kenya-centric investment risk. This is important because it mitigates risks associated with exclusively domestic investments, particularly amidst concerns over sovereign risk and market uncertainty.” said Mr. Muathi.
NCBA’s Offshore Investment Solutions will offer products such as unit trusts and special funds denominated in US Dollars, such as the NCBA Global Fixed Income Special Fund and the NCBA Global Equity Special Fund, with a minimum investment requirement of USD 1,000.
There will be a variety of offshore instruments while managing the administration and safekeeping of the assets and a fully customised service for UHNW clients, family offices, and institutions, offering direct access to a global universe of assets, including international equities, global bonds, and other unique offshore opportunities.
The new solutions are also designed to serve the needs of corporate clients engaged in international trade and diaspora clients who earn foreign currencies and seek investment products that match their international financial footprint.
All solutions are delivered within a rigorous international compliance framework. NCBA Investment Bank ensures strict adherence to global Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards, as well as full compliance with the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA).
The launch was held during the 5th Annual Abojani Economic Forum, which brought together young professionals, emerging investors, SMEs and financially savvy Kenyans seeking practical knowledge on wealth creation, financial planning and long-term investment strategies, making it a fitting platform to unveil this strategic offering.