Nairobi Securities Exchange -NSE
| Name | Nairobi Securities Exchange -NSE |
| Country | Kenya |
| SSE Derivative Network member | Yes |
| Number of contracts traded for the most recent reporting year | 5703 |
| Contracts traded (futures) | |
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| SSE Stock Exchange Database | Yes |
| Type of offered products |
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| Has an annual sustainability report? | Yes
NSE – Sustainability Report
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| Is sustainability reporting required of any market participants | No |
| Exchange has written guidance on sustainability reporting for any market participants | Yes |
| Offers sustainability-aligned products | Yes
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| Offers sustainability-related training | Yes |
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| Regulatory bodies |
Regulatory model: Limited exchange SRO
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| About the exchange |
The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) is a leading African Exchange, based in Kenya – one of the fastest-growing economies in Sub-Saharan Africa. Founded in 1954, NSE has a six decade heritage in listing equity and debt securities. It offers a world class trading facility for local and international investors looking to gain exposure to Kenya and Africa’s economic growth.
NSE demutualized and self-listed in 2014. Its Board and management team are comprised of some of Africa’s leading capital markets professionals, who are focused on innovation, diversification and operational excellence in the Exchange. NSE is playing a vital role in the growth of Kenya’s economy by encouraging savings and investment, as well as helping local and international companies access cost-effective capital. NSE operates under the jurisdiction of the Capital Markets Authority of Kenya. It is a full member of the World Federation of Exchange, a founder member of the African Securities Exchanges Association (ASEA) and the East African Securities Exchanges Association (EASEA). The NSE is a member of the Association of Futures Market and is a partner exchange in the United Nations-led SSE initiative. |