Latest business stories from across Kenya.
Sonke Gender Justice and MenEngage Africa will convene regional policymakers, civil society leaders and development partners in Mombasa in August for a three-day symposium aimed at coordinating responses to mounting pressure on sexual and…
Picture this: You’re 25, fresh out of university, and you’ve just landed your dream job. After years of struggle, life is finally beginning to look up. You can now support your parents who sacrificed to educate you, help your siblings, and…
Human Rights Watch has documented a wave of atrocities committed by M23 rebels and Rwandan military forces during their control of Uvira in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, including summary executions, sexual violence and forced…
Consolidated Bank of Kenya is set to receive a KSh 1.125 billion bailout package from National Treasury. The lender has been bleeding red on its balance sheet. As of December 2025, Consolidated Bank of Kenya had a negative core capital of…
Kenya’s proposed Finance Bill 2026 has triggered heated public debate, with critics warning that some measures could increase the cost of living, squeeze businesses, and burden consumers. The government, however, says the proposals are…
France has described the upcoming Africa Forward summit in Nairobi as the beginning of a more inclusive and balanced relationship between Africa and Europe, centered on shared growth, youth participation and economic transformation.…
At the heart of Kisumu County, where the equator slices through green hills and generations of students have walked beneath towering gum trees, Maseno School is preparing to mark a milestone few educational institutions in Kenya can claim,…
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has issued a last-minute appeal to thousands of 2025 KCSE candidates to complete their applications for university and college admissions before the portal closes at…
I&M Bank Kenya is currently issuing corporate bonds under a KSh 20 billion programme, with the first tranche targeting KSh 10 billion. In simple terms, this means investors are lending money to the bank, which will be used to support…
A vast stretch of once waterlogged land in Homa Bay County is rapidly being transformed into a productive agricultural zone, as a government-backed irrigation scheme breathes new life into rice farming and local livelihoods. More than…
Public universities in the country have faced steep reductions in direct government funding, with allocations falling by as much as Ksh13 billion under the new funding model, according to official data from the Kenya National Bureau of…
HOMEBOYZ Entertainment profit after tax rose 14.3% to KSh 28.96m from KSh 25.33m in 2024 despite administrative costs jumping 24.2%. Turnover was up slightly by 0.9% from KSh 382.83m to KSh 386.33m. Gross Profit grew 5.6% to KSh 155.98m…
On March 18, 2026, the world celebrated Global Recycling Day, a moment designed to recognize and promote the vital role recycling plays in preserving natural resources and ensuring a sustainable future. While this day often passes as an…
Easy Coach LTD is a highly-rated and reliable bus company in Kenya, recognised for its extensive network, affordability, and modern amenities. Established in 2003, Easy Coach has grown to become one of the most trusted and preferred bus…
Hussein Mohammed, the president of the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), has strongly rejected allegations of financial impropriety surrounding the hosting of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2025, insisting that all processes were…
The Guardian Coach Bus Service is one of the most loved public passenger transport companies in Kenya. Guardian Coach is popular for providing comfortable and luxurious, yet affordable long-distance travel in the country, particularly on…
Britam Insurance has unveiled a Whole Life Insurance Plan providing lifetime cover with up to KSh100 million in benefits, positioning it as a long-term financial protection and estate planning solution. Launched on Tuesday, 21st April,…
The NSE (Nairobi Securities Exchange) saw its key indices close lower in Wednesday’s trading with the NSE 20 Share index down 0.25% to 3,604.56, the All Share Index falling 0.44% to 207.57 and the NSE 25 share Index declining by 0.27% to…
Crown Paints (K) PLC has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, reinforcing its commitment to information security, data protection, and global governance standards. Mike Kamau , Managing Director of Certi-Trust, presented the ISO/IEC…
The national government’s ongoing construction of the Mau Mau road network is driving a wave of economic transformation across Central Kenya, with communities along the corridor reporting improved connectivity, rising investments and…
Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) has signed a partnership agreement with the Camões Institute – the Portuguese Cooperation Agency – to support the ‘Gazi Bay Coastal Restoration and Eco-Tourism Initiative (G-CORE)’ in Kwale County, Kenya. The…
NSE Plc (Nairobi Securities Exchange) has admitted Fincredit SEZ Limited to its flagship Ibuka Program, to accelerate its Capital Markets Readiness ahead of the firm’s proposed Corporate Bond issuance. Joining the NSE Ibuka Program, marks…
Central Bank of Kenya(CBK) is inviting investors to bid for a new 30-year fixed coupon Treasury Bond together with a re-opened 30-year debt instrument, whose purpose is to raise KSh 20 billion to support the 2025/26 budget spending. This…
Coca-Cola has introduced Charged, a new sparkling caffeinated energy drink offering Kenyan consumers a bold and refreshing way to recharge during their day. Following its successful debut in markets including India, Nepal, Vietnam and…
