CIC Fixed Income Fund

CIC Asset Management Ltd

Fixed Income FundsKESReviewed Nov 2026

A low-risk shilling fund from CIC investing mainly in Treasury bonds, with monthly income. For larger sums: from KES 1 million.

Minimum to startKES 1,000,000
Top up fromKES 100,000
Access to moneyNo lock-in. Withdrawals are paid 2 to 4 working days after you ask
RiskLow
CMA-approved fund. CIC Fixed Income Fund is on the Capital Markets Authority's list of approved funds, part of CIC Unit Trust Scheme, managed by CIC Asset Managers Limited. Check details
This week's rate · 6 Nov10.36% ▼ 0.088.81% after tax · ranked #9 of 15 · see history →

Overview

The CIC Fixed Income Fund, launched in 2011, invests mostly in Treasury bonds, with fixed and call deposits. It aims for reasonable returns at moderate risk over the medium to long term.

The minimum is KES 1,000,000, with top-ups from KES 100,000. KCB Bank is the trustee, the Co-operative Bank of Kenya holds the fund's money as custodian, and PwC audits it.

How it works

Your money buys units in the fund and income is distributed monthly. CIC suggests staying invested for 2 to 3 years to benefit from compounding.

Withdrawals are paid 2 to 4 working days after you ask.

Fees and charges

• No initial fee.
• Management fee: 2% a year.
• Withholding tax of 15% applies to interest.

Risks and important considerations

Bond prices can fall when interest rates rise, which can lower returns for a while. Returns are not guaranteed, and in rare cases withdrawals can be paused.

Eligibility and how to apply

For investors with at least KES 1,000,000 to invest for 2 years or more.

Frequently asked questions

How much do I need?
KES 1,000,000 to start and KES 100,000 for top-ups.

How fast can I withdraw?
Within 2 to 4 working days.

How often is income paid?
Monthly.

Who keeps the money safe?
KCB Bank is the trustee, the Co-operative Bank of Kenya is the custodian and PwC is the auditor.

💰 What your money earns

At 10.36% a year, this week's yield (6 Nov 2026) · see how it has moved. Interest builds up every day, so you can see what each day and month adds.

Each day
Each month
In a year

Yield, week by week

  1. 2 Nov
  2. 6 Nov

Average over these 2 weeks: 10.40% a year (from 10.36% to 10.44%).

Before the 15% withholding tax on interest, which the fund deducts for you. The yield changes every day, so treat this as a guide, not a promise.

🏛️ Who looks after your money

Your money sits with the custodian, not with CIC Asset Management Ltd, and the trustee watches over the manager on your behalf.

Trustee
KCB Bank KenyaChecks the manager follows the rules, on your behalf
Custodian
The Co-operative Bank of KenyaHolds the fund's money and investments, separate from the manager
Auditor
PwCChecks the fund's accounts every year
Withdrawals
Paid 2 to 4 working days after you ask.
Lock-in
None
Interest
Monthly

From: CIC factsheet, Jul 2026.

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Information last reviewed: 12 Nov 2026

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