Latest business stories from across Kenya.
Kenya’s small and medium enterprises will be under the spotlight next week as bankers, regulators and policymakers meet to chart a path for better financing models. The Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) will bring together local and…
Bolt has announced that its top 50 drivers in Kenya earned an average of K 1,280,000 in gross income over the first six months of 2025. This translates to about Ksh 213,000 per month, a figure that is significantly higher than many…
Kenya Vehicle Manufacturers (KVM) has entered into a strategic partnership with BasiGo to locally assemble King Long electric buses at its Thika plant. The move is expected to boost local automotive manufacturing and accelerate Kenya’s…
United Bank for Africa (UBA) has committed $150 million, about Ksh 16.38 billion, to Kenya’s Road Maintenance Levy securitisation programme, giving a major boost to the government’s plan to accelerate road development. The initiative,…
Under the blind eye of two regulatory bodies, assets and cash deposits held at Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (KUSCCO) Limited were carted away.
AGOA has been a crucial cog in the wheel of Kenya’s export drive into the vast US market, allowing duty-free access for a wide range of products, particularly textile products.
Podcasts can lead to direct sales through product placements, branded content and promotion of merchandise, opening new opportunities for business.
The government has announced fresh measures to curb rogue boda boda riders following a high-level meeting in Nairobi on Thursday between senior police commanders and National Boda Boda Association leaders. Nairobi Regional Police Commander…
Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe wrapped up his tour of the United States with new opportunities for Kenya’s agricultural exports and large-scale investment deals. In talks with United States Africa…
President William Ruto has handed over a Ksh 2.65 billion cheque to the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) at State House, Nairobi. In a statement on his X account on Thursday, September 11, the head of state said the funds were deposits…
Pan-African telecoms provider Paratus Group has completed its expansion into East Africa as it steps up efforts to connect communities and businesses with fast, reliable internet. The company, which operates across sub-Equatorial Africa,…
Samsung Electronics East Africa has officially launched the Samsung Galaxy A07 in Kenya, the latest addition to its popular Galaxy A Series. This new smartphone is part of Samsung’s ongoing effort to make quality technology more…
Mantrac Kenya, the local representative for heavy equipment manufacturer Caterpillar, marked a major milestone this week, celebrating a century of the company’s global operations and its presence in Kenya. The centennial event, held on…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a series of executive appointments as part of its efforts to enhance service delivery and strengthen its institutional capacity. In a statement issued on Thursday, September 11, 2025, the tax…
The Ministry of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) has declared that Kenyans who default on Hustler Fund loans will no longer access credit from banks. Addressing a gathering in Mombasa on Wednesday, September 10,…
Kenya’s property sector has once again taken the global spotlight, posting the strongest price growth anywhere in the world in the year to June 2025. According to the latest HassConsult Special Report, home values in Kenya jumped by 7.8%,…
A new special report from HassConsult reveals that Kenya’s property market is delivering investment returns unmatched on a global scale. The study, which compared property prices and rental yields in Kenya with nine leading international…
Avocado farmers from Githunguri and its surrounding areas are set to formally launch the Githunguri Avocado Cooperative Society (GAS). The new cooperative will officially open its offices on September 12, 2025, at Githunguri Stadium in an…
Mabati Rolling Mills (MRM), a leading manufacturer of steel roofing and building solutions in Kenya, has commissioned a major solar power project at its Mariakani plant in Mombasa. The initiative marks a significant step in the company’s…
Kenya’s housing market is outpacing the world, delivering investment returns that have left traditional property giants like the United States, the United Kingdom and Singapore trailing. A new Special Report by real estate firm HassConsult…
A new report from the World Resources Institute (WRI) Africa reveals a staggering problem in Kenya: up to 40% of the food produced annually is lost or wasted. This amounts to roughly 9 million tons, with an estimated value of Ksh. 72…
NCBA Bank has announced new financing and digital solutions aimed at transforming Kenya’s public transport sector. The announcement was made on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, during a special engagement with PSV SACCO officials at the…
A food joint is one of the smartest business ideas you can start in Kenya. While it’s a very competitive venture, a simple restaurant can give you some good money with a good customer flow. A good customer flow will be determined by…
Kenya Re-Insurance Corporation (KNRE), with a market capitalization of KSh 18.4 billion, was on Tuesday one of the top price gainers when the trading session ended at the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
