Latest business stories from across Kenya.
Caetano Kenya has partnered with Jiangling Motors Corporation (JMC) to launch the JMC brand in Kenya. The launch introduces the Vigus line of vehicles, that will be locally assembled and are designed to meet the demands of Kenyan…
For many investors in Kenya, trading news is an essential guide for shaping strategies. In fast-paced markets, a steady flow of data can overwhelm, making it hard to see which signals truly matter. Correlation techniques help filter noise…
Insurance penetration in Kenya increased marginally to 2.41% in 2023, up from 2.33% in 2022. Global penetration levels averaged 7% in 2023.
Equity Group has posted a 12% rise in profitability a Ksh. 48.8 Billion for the full year 2024, up from the Ksh. 43.7 Billion realized in a similar period last year. This rise in profitability was largely due to a 3.7% rise in the net…
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has defended the government’s decision to prevent the Kenyan shilling from appreciating too much against the US dollar. Speaking before the Parliamentary Budget and Appropriations Committee on…
Kenya’s economic outlook is improving, with growth rising from 4.8% in 2022 to 5.2% in 2023, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has announced. He noted that projections indicate even stronger growth in 2024, signaling a positive…
Equity Group Holdings Plc delivered solid financial results, underpinned by its strategic focus on diversification, innovation, and regional expansion.
Liberty Kenya Holdings Plc posted a 108.5% increase in profit after tax to Ksh1.402 billion for the financial year ended 31st December 2024, up from Ksh672 million in 2023.
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has launched a nationwide inspection of all banks to assess their compliance with the implementation of Risk-Based Credit Pricing (RBCP) models. This move aims to ensure that banks price loans based on…
Kenya’s burgeoning online trading environment offers investors a plethora of platforms to choose from, each meeting diverse trading needs and preferences. HFM HFM is a globally recognized multi-asset broker that began its operations in…
The Africa Leather and Leather Products Institute (ALLPI), in collaboration with the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), is set to officially launch the “COMESA Regional Leather Value Chain Strategy (2025-2029)” at a…
Africa’s digital payments economy is set to grow exponentially, according to a Mastercard-commissioned report by Genesis Analytics stating that the digital payments economy is expected to reach $1.5 trillion by 2030.
Airtel Money customers can now conveniently and securely pay for a wide range of applications on Google Play Store directly through their Airtel Money wallets, thanks to a strategic partnership between Airtel Money and Google.
Origin stands out as a unique solution with its combination of no-code capabilities, extensive integration options, and customization features.
The M-PESA at 18 Concert was an electrifying celebration of the evolution of M-PESA and a ‘thank you’ to all its customers for their contribution towards getting M-PESA to where it is.
Kenya Airways has finally broken its 11-year streak of full-year losses, posting a net profit of Ksh5.4 billion for the year ending December 31, 2024. This marks a remarkable turnaround from the Ksh22.6 billion loss recorded the previous…
A long-running dispute over the estate of Naivas supermarkets founder, Peter Mukuha Kago, has been reignited after one of his heirs, Newton Kagira, gained approval from the Court of Appeal to revive a 13-year-old case concerning the…
TikTok began as Musical.ly in 2014—a fun app where teens lip-synced and danced. After merging with TikTok in 2018, it grew huge, pulling in millions with short videos. By 2025, it’s not just kids—creators, businesses, and everyday folks…
Super Metro can now resume operations after securing an interim court order that temporarily lifts the suspension imposed by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). The Transport Licensing Appeals Board (TLAB) granted the order…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has issued a notice to over 100 businesses, urging them to clear goods that have remained uncollected in its warehouses. In a gazette notice, KRA warned that companies must collect their goods within 30…
Ecobank Kenya has strengthened its capital base with a Ksh3.5 billion (US$27 million) injection, bringing its total capital to Ksh8.5 billion (US$65 million).
KCB has been named the seventh most valuable banking brand in the world with a Brand Strength Index (BSI) score of 94.4% up from 91.5% in 2024
GlaxoSmithKline Limited (GSK) in Kenya has officially changed its legal entity name to Haleon Kenya Limited, marking a new era in its operations, effective March 14, 2025.
In January 2025, Joseph Kairu Wambui alias Khalif Kairo, was charged with defrauding millions from clients over car sales. Kairo is a popular influencer with over 350 thousand followers on Instagram who was also part of a luxury car import…
