Top 10 Richest People in Kenya 2026: Who Makes the Billionaires List

Kenya continues to shine as a hotspot for business and entrepreneurship in East Africa. The year 2026 sees some familiar names topping the wealth charts. These billionaires don’t just have money—they are driving growth in banking, manufacturing, agriculture, real estate, and more.

Here’s a look at the top 10 richest people in Kenya in 2026:

1. Moi Family – Net Worth: $3.7 Billion

Wealth From: Banking, real estate, media, education
The Moi family, heirs of former President Daniel arap Moi, have seen their wealth rise, thanks largely to banking dividends and urban real estate. They remain a dominant force among Kenya’s richest.

2. Kenyatta Family – Net Worth: $3.2 Billion

Wealth From: Dairy, banking, land, education
With assets like Brookside Dairy, NCBA Bank, and Peponi School, the Kenyatta family’s wealth increased by 8% in 2025, keeping them firmly among the country’s richest.

3. Manu Chandaria – Net Worth: $2.3 Billion

Wealth From: Manufacturing (Comcraft Group), philanthropy
Chandaria’s Comcraft Group and charitable work have helped him maintain a spot in the top ten richest people in Kenya.

4. Philip Ndegwa Family – Net Worth: $2.1 Billion

Wealth From: Banking, insurance, real estate
Thanks to NCBA’s merger gains, ICEA Lion’s strong performance, and valuable Nairobi properties, the Ndegwa family continues to grow their fortune.

5. Sameer Merali – Net Worth: $1.9 Billion

Wealth From: Manufacturing, telecom, agriculture
Since taking over the Sameer Group, Merali has expanded into dairy and telecom, boosting his wealth by 10% in 2025.

6. Bhimji Depar Shah – Net Worth: $1.7 Billion

Wealth From: Manufacturing and retail (BIDCO Africa)
Founder of BIDCO Africa, Bhimji focuses on affordable goods and exports, steadily growing his fortune and staying in the top wealth ranks.

7. Vimal Shah – Net Worth: $1.6 Billion

Role: Chairman, BIDCO Africa
Vimal Shah’s focus on sustainability and innovation at BIDCO has increased his stake and secured his place among Kenya’s richest.

8. Narendra Raval (“Doyen”) – Net Worth: $1.45 Billion

Wealth From: Cement, steel manufacturing
Raval’s Devki Group plays a key role in Kenya’s infrastructure boom. His charity work also makes him a respected figure beyond business.

9. Peter Munga – Net Worth: $1.3 Billion

Wealth From: Equity Group, Britam, tea estates
Founder of Equity Group, Munga diversified into agriculture and insurance, growing his fortune and solidifying his position among the top ten.

10. Chris Kirubi Family – Net Worth: $1.2 Billion

Wealth From: Real estate, media, investments (Centum, Two Rivers Mall, Capital FM)
Kirubi’s family continues to benefit from major media and real estate holdings, ensuring the legacy lives on in Kenya’s wealthiest circles.