Battle: Dar es Salaam vs Nairobi

Why do you love throwing word salad ?.. who’s worshipping westerners?…. You can tell when someone is losing a conversation. You fall back to your talking points cocoon. Last time I checked the words “ Real comrade” is a western phrase. So how was your western worship service today?…🤣🤣🤣
 
I'm not called Comrade. I assumed you knew this.
 
RRONDO said:
So it's not about Kenya now. It's all about USA. That's why some people in here say Kenya is a puppet.
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No, Kenya is just trying to protect her pawn ♟️ position in the world pecking order. Tanzania does too, you probably don’t notice it. For example if Kenya was to become too powerful militarily, Tanzania would definitely react ( unless you personally is the leader and ignores it since Kenya is just a puppet 😁😁). In this case , Tanzania might cultivate a more closer military relationship with Russia 🇷🇺 and/or China 🇨🇳 to upgrade her military capabilities to counter Kenya despite being peaceful neighbors with each other. It’s just part of the game.
 
REAL Comrade Kipepe said:
You are not and should stop fooling others.
You once shared a photo of yourself holding a firearm as a birthday cake.🚮
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The fact that you think one must hold a weapon a certain way all the time shows your knowledge limitations on the matter. Do you know the type of gun I was handling at the time ?.. but I am just a regular Joe . I don’t know better. Anyways , let’s move on..
 
REAL Comrade Kipepe said:
"no military understanding."
Says the ordinary citizen of Kenya that grew up feeding on a carcass.
Have you forgotten that all Tanzanian citizens undergo military training prior to attending universities?
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Did you mean military training or gorilla war training? 🤣🤣

Is this the reason you dismiss others as not having military understanding?
 

UK’s Diageo to sell 65% stake in EABL to Japan’s Asahi in $2.3bn deal​

Subject to regulatory approvals, completion is expected in the second half of calendar year 2026

by JACKTONE LAWI
News
18 December 2025 - 04:57


In Summary

  • Diageo Kenya Limited holds 65 per cent of EABL, East Africa’s largest beer maker, as well as Diageo’s interests in the Kenyan spirits business, United Distillers Vintners Kenya (UDVK).
  • Under the terms of the transaction, Asahi will become majority owners of one of East Africa’s leading businesses, assuming control of all operations in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.


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Global brewing giant Diageo is selling its 65 per cent shareholding in East African Breweries (EABL) to Japanese beverage group Asahi Group Holdings in a $2.3billion (Sh296.59 billion) deal.

The deal, announced on Tuesday, will also see Diageo dispose of its shareholding in the Kenyan spirits business, United Distillers Vintners Kenya (UDVK), to the Tokyo-headquartered firm, marking one of the largest foreign investments by a Japanese brewing company in Africa.

The sale to be completed in 2026 marks the end of a nearly 25-year era, since Diageo took majority control of EABL in 2000 following its formation through the merger of Guinness Plc–which previously held a minority stake and Grand Metropolitan in 1997.

The announcement saw EABL, one of the crown jewels of Kenyas corporate scene record a seven per cent jump in its share price on Wednesday afternoon to trade at Sh251.25 on December 16.

This saw EABL shares recorded massive price gains, hitting a new 52-week high of Sh252.00.

This new deal places the value of the regional brewer at about $4.8 billion (Sh620 billion), effectively transferring Diageo’s controlling interest in EABL to the Tokyo-listed beverage group.

Diageo Kenya Limited holds 65 per cent of EABL, East Africa’s largest beer maker, as well as Diageo’s interests in the Kenyan spirits business, United Distillers Vintners Kenya (UDVK).

Under the terms of the transaction, Asahi will become majority owners of one of East Africa’s leading businesses, assuming control of all operations in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. Asahi will preserve beloved local brands while introducing globally recognized names from its portfolio to consumers in East Africa.

“This acquisition marks a significant step in accelerating our growth ambition of becoming the most celebrated beverage business in Africa. The new majority owner brings significant knowledge and expertise in innovation and growing successful brands globally that will help us achieve that ambition,” said EABL MD & CEO Jane Karuku.

The transaction also includes Diageo’s 53.68 per cent direct stake in UDVK, a Kenya-based spirits producer and importer.


EABL owns the remaining 46.32 per cent of UDVK, retains management control and fully consolidates the business.

Starting early 2020, Diageo has been exiting direct ownership of beer production assets across markets, opting for an “asset-light” model focused on brand licensing and spirits distribution rather than capital-intensive breweries.

In Kenya however, the firm had in 2023 increased its stake in EABL to the current 65 per cent after it launched a partial tender offer in late 2022 (October) to increase its stake in EABL.

The UK based firm's' interim Chief Executive Officer Nik Jhangiani said the transaction delivers both significant value for Diageo shareholders and accelerates commitment to strengthen the company’s balance sheet.

"We are incredibly proud of the achievements of EABL and our colleagues across Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. EABL and Diageo have built the largest beer business in East Africa, a testament to driven people with a passion for the consumers and communities they serve. We are excited to partner with Asahi through the licensing of Diageo brands in the region going forward,” said Jhangiani.

“We remain committed to returning the Group to well within our target leverage ratio range of 2.5-3.0x through disposals of non-strategic, non-core assets, alongside delivering positive operating leverage, and tighter capital discipline.”

Asahi President and Group Chief Executive Officer, Atsushi Katsuki, said that through the acquisition, Asahi we will pursue sustainable growth and medium- to long-term enhancement of corporate value, and the development of the local economies.

“This business is a high-quality, leading company in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, with an unrivalled brand portfolio and marketing capabilities, state-of-the-art production facilities and strong market shares,” said Katsuki.

This transaction is subject to regulatory approval by the relevant government agencies and is expected to be completed in the calendar year 2026.


Diageo has committed to enter into long-term licensing agreements with EABL to secure the continued production and distribution of Guinness, local spirits and ready-to-drink brands, as well as the distribution of Diageo international spirits.

The acquisition of EABL represents the first time a major Japanese brewing business has made an investment of this size in an African alcohol beverage business.

UK’s Diageo to sell 65% stake in EABL to Japan’s Asahi in $2.3bn deal

Subject to regulatory approvals, completion is expected in the second half of calendar year 2026
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Wapo wale mbwa wa EABL is Kenyan?
 

Diageo enters into agreement to sell its shareholding in East African Breweries plc (“EABL”) to Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd (“Asahi”)​

17 Dec 2025|AfricaAcquisitions and Disposals

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  • Announcement today of agreement by Diageo to sell to Asahi its 65% shareholding in EABL, and its shareholding in the Kenyan spirits business, UDVK.
  • Disposals consistent with Diageo’s strategy of appropriate and selective disposals of non-core assets, strengthening the balance sheet and supporting our previously shared commitment to de-lever.
  • Estimated net proceeds after tax and transaction costs of $2.3bn, equating to a multiple of 17x adjusted EBITDA, resulting in an implied enterprise value for 100% of EABL of $4.8bn.
  • Transaction will de-lever Diageo’s balance sheet by c.0.25x.
  • Diageo has committed to enter into long-term licensing agreements with EABL to secure the continued production and distribution of Guinness, local spirits and ready-to-drink brands, as well as the distribution of Diageo international spirits.
  • The acquisition of EABL represents the first time a major Japanese brewing business has made an investment of this size in an African alcohol beverage business. Asahi is a strong, responsible and experienced steward for the next phase of growth for EABL.
  • Subject to regulatory approvals, completion is expected in the second half of calendar year 2026.
Today, Diageo announces that it has entered into an agreement to sell its 100% shareholding in Diageo Kenya Limited, which holds 65.00% of the shares in EABL to Asahi, including its shareholding in the Kenyan spirits business, UDVK. Asahi is a Japanese listed global beverage leader offering a diverse portfolio of brands centred on beer, alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages, as well as food. Included in this transaction is Diageo’s 53.68% directly owned shareholding in UDVK, a Kenya based spirits producer and importer. EABL, which owns the other 46.32%, has management control and fully consolidates UDVK.

EABL is the largest beer business in East Africa with a heritage that dates back over a century and has delivered a strong growth track record in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. Asahi intends to preserve beloved local brands while introducing globally recognised names from its portfolio to consumers in East Africa. EABL benefits from state-of-the-art production facilities, a seasoned Board and management team with extensive experience, and strong relationships with employees, local partners and customers.

Diageo has committed to enter into long term licensing agreements as well as transitional service agreements with EABL. Locally owned brands will remain owned by EABL (e.g. Tusker, Kenya Cane). There will be refreshed agreements for EABL to produce certain Diageo spirits (e.g. Smirnoff, Captain Morgan) and ready-to-drink brands (e.g. Smirnoff Ice, Orijin), as well as the iconic Guinness brand under licence and the import and distribution of Diageo international premium spirits.

Nik Jhangiani Interim Chief Executive Officer of Diageo said: “We are incredibly proud of the achievements of EABL and our colleagues across Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. EABL and Diageo have built the largest beer business in East Africa, a testament to driven people with a passion for the consumers and communities they serve. We are excited to partner with Asahi through the licensing of Diageo brands in the region going forward.

This transaction delivers both significant value for Diageo shareholders and accelerates our commitment to strengthen our balance sheet. We remain committed to returning the Group to well within our target leverage ratio range of 2.5 - 3.0x through disposals of non-strategic, non-core assets, alongside delivering positive operating leverage, and tighter capital discipline. This disposal, alongside the recent announcement by USL1 to conduct a strategic review of its ownership of RCB2, represent material steps in delivering on this commitment.”

1USL – United Spirits Limited, India. 2RCB – Royal Challengers Bengaluru cricket team


Atsushi Katsuki, President and Group Chief Executive Officer, Director and Representative Executive Officer of Asahi added: “This business is a high-quality, leading company in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, with an unrivalled brand portfolio and marketing capabilities, state-of-the-art production facilities and strong market shares. Together with its excellent management team and employees, we will pursue sustainable growth and medium- to long-term enhancement of corporate value, while contributing to the development of the local economies.”

Financials3
In the fiscal year ended 30 June 2025, EABL reported net sales of $996m, $258m EBITDA and net income of $94m, with net debt at $229m.

Listings
Asahi expects EABL to remain listed on the Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania stock exchanges post completion.
3Foreign exchange rates for KES:USD used to translate net sales, EBITDA, net income at fiscal 25 cumulative weighted average rate 129.28. Net debt at spot rate 30 June 2025 129.23

For further information, please contact:

Investor relations:
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+44 (0) 7514 726 167

Media relations:
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Isabel Batchelor		+44 (0) 7590 809 101
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The person responsible for arranging this announcement on behalf of Diageo is Randall Ingber, General Counsel and Company Secretary.

Note to Editors
About Diageo
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands across spirits and beer categories. These brands include Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, J&B and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff and Ketel One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don Julio, Tanqueray and Guinness.

Diageo is a global company, and our products are sold in nearly 180 countries around the world. The company is listed on both the London Stock Exchange (DGE) and the New York Stock Exchange (DEO). For more information about Diageo, our people, our brands, and performance, visit us at www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice.

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About Asahi
Asahi is a global leader offering a diverse collection of brands centered on beer, alcohol and non-alcohol beverages, and food. Our mission is to deliver on our great taste promise and bring more fun to life. Established in Japan in 1889, the Group has always been committed to innovation and quality. This dedication has brought together iconic brands and the expertise of renowned breweries from around the world, including those with a rich heritage spanning over centuries. Our approach has culminated in a globally recognized portfolio of brands that includes premium beers such as Asahi Super Dry, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Kozel, Pilsner Urquell, and Grolsch. “Make the world shine” articulates Asahi Group’s commitment to build connections among people, thereby paving the way for a sustainable future together. Through these connections, we can contribute to a brighter world, both today and in the future. With a global presence primarily in Japan & East Asia, Europe, Asia Pacific, we provide over 10 billion liters of beverages to consumers worldwide and generate revenues of over JPY 2.9 trillion annually (c. USD 19bn). Headquartered in Japan, Asahi Group Holdings is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

About EABL
EABL is a regional leader in beverage alcohol with an exceptional collection of brands across beer and spirits. Although the business is concentrated on three core markets of Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, its products are sold in more than 10 countries across Africa and beyond. The brands are an outstanding combination of local jewels and international premium spirits. These include among others Tusker, Guinness, Bell Lager, Serengeti Lager, Kenya Cane, Chrome Vodka, Johnnie Walker, Captain Morgan and Smirnoff.

EABL’s performance ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in Africa. It is proud of the brands that it makes and the enjoyment that they give to millions. EABL is passionate about alcohol playing a positive role in society as part of a balanced lifestyle.

Diageo enters into agreement to sell its shareholding in East African Breweries plc (“EABL”) to Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd (“Asahi”)

Announcement today of agreement by Diageo to sell to Asahi its 65% shareholding in EABL, and its shareholding in the Kenyan spirits business, UDVK.
www.diageo.com
 
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