11 June 2026
NSE dividend payment dates for June 2026 are confirmed — and money is already hitting bank accounts across Kenya. This is the most active dividend season in the Nairobi Securities Exchange’s history, with sixteen listed companies paying out billions of shillings to shareholders between April and July 2026. Whether you are waiting for a payment that hasn’t arrived, trying to understand exactly how much you are owed, or positioning for the next cycle, this guide gives you every confirmed date and every net figure — in one place.
Table of Contents
- NSE Dividend Payment Dates June 2026 — Master Table
- Net Earnings After 5% Withholding Tax — What Actually Arrives
- My NSE Dividend Hasn’t Arrived — What to Do
- What’s Coming — The July to November 2026 Dividend Cycle
- Where to Put Your Dividend When It Arrives
- Frequently Asked Questions
NSE Dividend Payment Dates June 2026 — Master Table
The confirmed payment dates below are sourced from CDSC Kenya corporate action announcements and NSE company investor relations calendars. Always verify final dates at cdsckenya.com before taking any action.
Banking Sector — Confirmed 2026 NSE Dividend Payment Dates
Standard Chartered Bank Kenya tops the banking pack with a final dividend of KSh 23.00 per share, with book closure set for April 30, and payment due May 30, 2026. NCBA Group follows with KSh 4.60 per share payable May 26, while Absa Bank Kenya declared KSh 1.85 per share due May 14, both closing their registers on April 30, 2026.
Diamond Trust Bank Kenya and Equity Group Holdings both closed their registers on May 22, 2026, with DTB offering KSh 9.00 per share payable June 26, and Equity declaring KSh 5.75 per share due June 30, 2026. I&M Holdings, whose register closed on April 16, declared a final dividend of KSh 2.25 per share set for payment on May 21, 2026.
| Company | Ticker | Dividend | Book Closure | Payment Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Chartered Kenya | SCBK | KSh 23.00 | April 30, 2026 | May 30, 2026 | ✅ Paid |
| NCBA Group | NCBA | KSh 4.60 | April 30, 2026 | May 26, 2026 | ✅ Paid |
| Absa Bank Kenya | ABSA | KSh 1.85 | April 30, 2026 | May 14, 2026 | ✅ Paid |
| I&M Holdings | IMH | KSh 2.25 | April 16, 2026 | May 21, 2026 | ✅ Paid |
| KCB Group | KCB | KSh 3.00 (final) | April 2, 2026 | May 22, 2026 | ✅ Paid |
| Co-operative Bank | COOP | KSh 1.50 (final) | May 4, 2026 | June 5, 2026 | ✅ Paid |
| Stanbic Holdings | CFC | KSh 18.55 (final) | May 15, 2026 | ~June 2026 | ⏳ Confirm CDSC |
| Diamond Trust Bank | DTB | KSh 9.00 (final) | May 22, 2026 | June 26, 2026 | ⏳ Upcoming |
| Equity Group Holdings | EQTY | KSh 5.75 (final) | May 22, 2026 | June 30, 2026 | ⏳ Pending AGM June 24 |
Telecoms and Other Sectors
| Company | Ticker | Dividend | Book Closure | Payment Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safaricom (interim) | SCOM | KSh 0.85 | Feb 25, 2026 | March 31, 2026 | ✅ Paid |
| Safaricom (final) | SCOM | KSh 1.15 | August 4, 2026 | ~September 4, 2026 | 📅 Still open |
| EABL (interim) | EABL | KSh 4.00 | Passed | Paid | ✅ Paid |
| LAPTrust Imara I-REIT | LAPR | KSh 0.41 | Passed | April 30, 2026 | ✅ Paid |
| NSE Plc | NSE | KSh 1.00 | TBC | TBC | 📅 Confirm |
| Kenya Re | KNRE | KSh 0.15 | TBC | TBC | 📅 Confirm |
✅ = Paid · ⏳ = Due shortly · 📅 = Upcoming / Confirm at cdsckenya.com
The One Date Still Open for New Investors
Equity Group Holdings closed its register on May 22, 2026, with a dividend of KSh 5.75 per share due June 30, 2026 — pending AGM approval on June 24. Most other major book closures have passed. The one significant date still open for new NSE investors is Safaricom’s final dividend, with a book closure of August 4, 2026 and payment expected around September 4, 2026. That is KSh 1.15 per share — part of what is on track to be the largest total corporate dividend payout in Kenyan history at KSh 80.13 billion for FY2026. For the full list of upcoming book closure dates, see our NSE book closure dates 2026 complete guide.
Net Earnings After 5% Withholding Tax — What Actually Arrives
Every NSE dividend is subject to 5% withholding tax, deducted automatically by the paying company before the cash reaches your bank account. You do not need to file anything or take any action — the deduction is handled on your behalf. Here is what you actually receive at the most common shareholding levels.
Co-operative Bank — KSh 1.50 Final Dividend (June 5, 2026)
Net per share after 5% WHT: KSh 1.425
| Shares held | Gross amount | 5% WHT | Net received |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 shares | KSh 750 | KSh 38 | KSh 713 |
| 1,000 shares | KSh 1,500 | KSh 75 | KSh 1,425 |
| 2,000 shares | KSh 3,000 | KSh 150 | KSh 2,850 |
| 5,000 shares | KSh 7,500 | KSh 375 | KSh 7,125 |
| 10,000 shares | KSh 15,000 | KSh 750 | KSh 14,250 |
Equity Group Holdings — KSh 5.75 Final Dividend (~June 30, 2026)
Net per share after 5% WHT: KSh 5.4625
| Shares held | Gross amount | 5% WHT | Net received |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 shares | KSh 2,875 | KSh 144 | KSh 2,731 |
| 1,000 shares | KSh 5,750 | KSh 288 | KSh 5,463 |
| 2,000 shares | KSh 11,500 | KSh 575 | KSh 10,925 |
| 5,000 shares | KSh 28,750 | KSh 1,438 | KSh 27,313 |
| 10,000 shares | KSh 57,500 | KSh 2,875 | KSh 54,625 |
NCBA Group — KSh 4.60 Final Dividend (May 26, 2026)
Net per share after 5% WHT: KSh 4.37
| Shares held | Gross amount | 5% WHT | Net received |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 shares | KSh 2,300 | KSh 115 | KSh 2,185 |
| 1,000 shares | KSh 4,600 | KSh 230 | KSh 4,370 |
| 2,000 shares | KSh 9,200 | KSh 460 | KSh 8,740 |
| 5,000 shares | KSh 23,000 | KSh 1,150 | KSh 21,850 |
Stanbic Holdings — KSh 18.55 Final Dividend (~June 2026)
Net per share after 5% WHT: KSh 17.6225
| Shares held | Gross amount | 5% WHT | Net received |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 shares | KSh 9,275 | KSh 464 | KSh 8,811 |
| 1,000 shares | KSh 18,550 | KSh 928 | KSh 17,623 |
| 2,000 shares | KSh 37,100 | KSh 1,855 | KSh 35,245 |
| 5,000 shares | KSh 92,750 | KSh 4,638 | KSh 88,113 |
Diamond Trust Bank — KSh 9.00 Final Dividend (June 26, 2026)
Net per share after 5% WHT: KSh 8.55
| Shares held | Gross amount | 5% WHT | Net received |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 shares | KSh 4,500 | KSh 225 | KSh 4,275 |
| 1,000 shares | KSh 9,000 | KSh 450 | KSh 8,550 |
| 2,000 shares | KSh 18,000 | KSh 900 | KSh 17,100 |
| 5,000 shares | KSh 45,000 | KSh 2,250 | KSh 42,750 |
My NSE Dividend Payment Hasn’t Arrived — What to Do
If a payment date has passed and your NSE dividend payment has not landed in your bank account, work through these steps in order before escalating.
Step 1: Confirm you were registered at book closure — not just “holding shares” This is the most common source of confusion. Buying shares before book closure is necessary but not sufficient. Under the NSE’s T+3 settlement system, shares take 3 business days to settle. If you bought on or after the T+3 cut-off before book closure, your name may not have appeared on the register in time. Check your CDS account to confirm your shares were settled and registered by the book closure date.
Step 2: Verify your CDS account has a current, active Kenyan bank account registered Outdated bank details are the most common reason dividend payments fail or are delayed. If you have changed banks, moved accounts, or your account has been dormant, the payment may be sent to an account that no longer receives funds — or returned to the company as undeliverable. Log into your broker’s platform and confirm your registered bank account is current and active.
Step 3: Allow 1–3 business days after the announced payment date before escalating Payment dates are indicative. The company initiates the payment process on the announced date, but bank processing can take 1–3 business days to reflect in your account. If the payment date was yesterday, wait until tomorrow before making calls.
Step 4: Contact your broker with your CDS number and National ID If it has been more than 3 business days since the announced payment date and nothing has arrived, call or email your stockbroker. Give them your CDS account number, National ID number, and the specific dividend you are enquiring about. They can check the status of the disbursement from their end and escalate to the registrar if needed.
Step 5: Escalate to CDSC directly if unresolved after 5 business days If your broker cannot resolve the issue within 5 business days, escalate directly to the Central Depository and Settlement Corporation at cdsckenya.com or call their helpline. Provide your CDS number, the company name, the dividend amount, and written confirmation from your broker of the issue. CDSC has authority to trace payments and direct registrars to re-process.
Equity Group dividend note: The Equity dividend of KSh 5.75 per share (payable June 30, 2026) requires AGM approval on June 24 before payment is formally authorised. If you have not received your Equity payment by July 5, follow the steps above. See our full Equity Bank dividend 2026 guide for the complete timeline.
What’s Coming — The July to November 2026 Dividend Cycle
The June payment dates do not mark the end of NSE dividend season. A second wave of payments — including some of the most significant on the calendar — runs from July through November 2026.
Equity Group Holdings — KSh 5.75 (~June 30, 2026) Pending AGM shareholder approval on June 24, the Equity dividend is payable June 30. This is the largest Equity dividend in the company’s history and one of the most anticipated payments of the year. Read our full Equity Bank dividend guide for the sustainability analysis and what the FY2026 outlook looks like.
Safaricom — KSh 1.15 final (~September 4, 2026) Safaricom’s final dividend book closure is August 4, 2026 — the last major NSE book closure still open for new investors in 2026. Combined with the KSh 0.85 interim paid in March, the total FY2026 Safaricom dividend is KSh 2.00 per share — part of the largest absolute dividend payout in Kenyan corporate history at KSh 80.13 billion. T+3 buy deadline: approximately July 29, 2026.
KCB Group — H1 FY2026 Interim Dividend (~November 2026) KCB pays twice yearly. The H1 FY2026 interim dividend is expected to be announced with H1 results. Book closure is expected around August/September 2026, with payment in approximately November 2026. For the full KCB dividend history and next cycle guide, see our KCB dividend 2026 article.
NCBA Group — H1 FY2026 Interim Dividend (~September/October 2026) NCBA’s interim dividend cycle mirrors KCB’s. Book closure is expected in September 2026, with payment to follow shortly after H1 results are released.
EABL — Final Dividend FY2025/26 (~September/October 2026) East African Breweries’ financial year ends June 30. The FY2025/26 final dividend announcement typically follows July/August results, with book closure in September and payment in October.
KenGen — FY2025 Annual Dividend (~November/December 2026) KenGen announces its annual results in October/November and sets book closure for November/December. Watch nse.co.ke for the formal announcement.
Co-operative Bank — FY2026 Interim (~December 2026) COOP made history in 2025 by paying its first-ever interim dividend. This shift to a twice-yearly model is expected to continue, with the FY2026 interim likely in December 2026. Read our full COOP dividend guide for the next cycle positioning guide.
Where to Put Your Dividend When It Arrives
Receiving an NSE dividend is a decision point — not just a receipt. Here are the four options worth considering, in order of strategic merit.
Option 1: Reinvest into more of the same stock The most powerful long-term move is reinvestment. If you received KSh 5,463 from 1,000 Equity shares, you can buy approximately 76 more Equity shares at current prices. Those 76 shares earn next year’s dividend — and the year after. Over 10 years, this compounding creates significantly more total return than withdrawing dividends as cash. The Safaricom book closure on August 4 and the upcoming KCB interim book closure in August/September are the nearest reinvestment windows.
Option 2: Diversify into a different NSE stock If you are already concentrated in one stock, use your dividend to build a second position. A COOP dividend recipient with no Equity holding might use it to start a COOP-funded Equity position. A KCB recipient might use it to buy Safaricom ahead of the August 4 book closure. This spreads your dividend income across multiple payment dates throughout the year.
Option 3: Park in a money market fund while you decide If you are not ready to make an investment decision immediately, move your dividend into a money market fund earning 9–10% annually rather than leaving it in a current account earning nothing. The CIC, Sanlam, and Britam money market funds all allow M-Pesa deposits and withdrawals within 1–3 business days. See our best money market funds Kenya 2026 guide for the current yield comparison across all major Kenyan funds.
Option 4: Lock into a fixed deposit For larger dividend amounts — KSh 100,000 or more — a fixed deposit is worth considering. NCBA currently offers Kenya’s highest published rate at 8.64% for a 12-month term. After 15% withholding tax on the interest, the net return is approximately 7.3% — lower than a money market fund, but KDIC-insured up to KSh 500,000. If you absolutely will not need the money for 12 months, this is the most secure option. See our fixed deposit rates Kenya 2026 comparison for the full bank-by-bank breakdown.
Frequently Asked Questions – NSE Dividend Payment Dates June 2026
What are the NSE dividend payment dates for June 2026? The confirmed NSE dividend payment dates for June 2026 include: Co-operative Bank KSh 1.50 final on June 5, Diamond Trust Bank KSh 9.00 on June 26, and Equity Group KSh 5.75 on June 30 (pending AGM June 24). KCB (May 22), NCBA (May 26), Absa (May 14), Standard Chartered (May 30), and I&M (May 21) payments were made in May. Verify all dates at cdsckenya.com before acting.
When is the Equity Bank dividend payment date in 2026? The Equity Bank dividend payment date for FY2025 is June 30, 2026, following AGM approval on June 24, 2026. The dividend is KSh 5.75 per share gross — net KSh 5.4625 after 5% withholding tax. The book closure was May 22, 2026. Shareholders on the register at that date will receive payment on or around June 30. For the full Equity dividend guide, visit our Equity Bank dividend 2026 article.
When was the KCB dividend payment date in 2026? The KCB dividend payment date for the FY2025 final dividend was May 22, 2026. KCB paid KSh 3.00 per share (net KSh 2.85 after 5% WHT) to all shareholders registered at the book closure of April 2, 2026. The total KCB FY2025 dividend was KSh 7.00 per share — the largest in the bank’s 130-year history — including the KSh 4.00 interim paid in November 2025. For the next KCB cycle, read our KCB dividend guide.
When is the COOP dividend payment in June 2026? The Co-operative Bank (COOP) final dividend of KSh 1.50 per share was paid on June 5, 2026, to shareholders on the register at the May 4, 2026 ex-dividend and book closure date. Net amount after 5% withholding tax is KSh 1.425 per share. This is the final portion of a total FY2025 COOP dividend of KSh 2.50 per share — a 67% increase from last year. Visit our COOP dividend 2026 guide for the full breakdown.
Why hasn’t my NSE dividend arrived? The most common reasons an NSE dividend fails to arrive are: (1) shares were purchased after the T+3 cut-off before book closure and did not settle in time; (2) the bank account registered on your CDS account is outdated or closed; (3) it is within 1–3 business days of the payment date and normal bank processing is still completing. If none of these apply and more than 5 business days have passed, contact your broker and then escalate to CDSC at cdsckenya.com.
Which NSE book closure dates are still open in June 2026? The one major book closure still open as of June 10, 2026 is Safaricom’s final dividend, with a book closure of August 4, 2026. The T+3 buy deadline is approximately July 29, 2026. All major bank book closures — KCB, NCBA, Equity, COOP, Absa, Standard Chartered, I&M, Stanbic — have passed. For the full forward-looking calendar, see our NSE book closure dates 2026 complete guide.
The Bottom Line
NSE dividend payment dates in June 2026 mark the closing chapter of one of the most generous dividend seasons in the Nairobi Securities Exchange’s history. Sixteen listed companies have paid or are paying billions of shillings to shareholders — with COOP’s June 5 payment, DTB’s June 26 date, and Equity’s June 30 payment completing the main wave.
The next chapter begins in August. Safaricom’s final dividend book closure on August 4 is the last significant opportunity for new investors to qualify in 2026. After that, the November/December cycle — KCB interim, NCBA interim, EABL final, KenGen annual — keeps dividend income flowing through the end of the year.
If you are not yet invested in NSE dividend stocks and want to start before the next cycle, now is the time to open your CDS account. See our how to invest in NSE Kenya 2026 guide for the step-by-step process from account opening to your first buy order.
All payment dates confirmed from CDSC Kenya corporate action announcements (cdsckenya.com), Sacco Review Banking Sector Dividend Season report (April 29, 2026), myStocks corporate announcements calendar, and individual company investor relations pages. Dates marked “confirm” should be verified at cdsckenya.com before any investment decision. This article is updated as new payment confirmations are released. Last updated: June 10, 2026. This article is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.