The Japanese beverage group plans to expand EABL’s premium beer portfolio as it begins a new phase of operations across East Africa.
The $2.3 billion transaction clears a key regulatory hurdle, with EABL remaining listed in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania after the proposed ownership change.
EABL brings craftsmanship, personalisation and whisky education together in an immersive new experience at Village Market.
Proposed KES15.5 billion safeguard and refrigeration conditions deepen regulatory standoff over East Africa’s major brewing deal.
Strong spirits sales, lower financing costs and disciplined cost management boosted EABL’s earnings while strengthening the brewer’s balance sheet.