Latest business stories from across Kenya.
Rice farmers in Mwea and other major production areas have finally received full payment for their crops, ending concerns over delayed payouts and unsold stock that have plagued the sector in recent years. In a press statement seen by…
In 2023, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) implemented the Electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS). This digital framework updated the previous Tax Invoice Management System (TIMS) by making it mandatory for businesses, including…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has introduced a WhatsApp-based service as part of a wider digital push aimed at making tax compliance easier and more affordable for Kenyans. The authority says the platform allows taxpayers to access…
Kenya Airways (KQ) has won three awards at The Aviation Challenge 2025, marking the fourth consecutive year the airline has been recognised for its sustainable operations. The awards include Most Impactful Solution – Catering, Game Changer…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced that it will set the interest rate for fringe benefits and low-interest employee loans at 8 percent for the first half of 2026. The move provides clear guidance for employers on calculating…
The Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) has told Kenyans not to worry about a sudden rise in sugar prices, despite official statistics showing a sharp drop in local sugar output last year. In a statement, the Board said the country has sufficient…
Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Ltd. named Birju Sanghrajka as its next chief executive officer, succeeding Kariuki Ngari who is retiring after leading a multi-year digital overhaul of the lender’s operations. Sanghrajka, currently the head…
In a move set to reshape the East African banking landscape, South Africa’s Nedbank Group Limited has officially issued a notice of intention to acquire a controlling 66% stake in NCBA Group PLC. The proposed deal, announced on January…
In a landmark case of Fredrick Ochiel v. Kennedy Okoth (2026), the High Court has proved that you don’t need a fountain pen, a stamp, or a physical office to enter into a legally enforceable agreement. All you need is a meeting of minds,…
Kenya Airways (KQ) has won three awards at the 2025 edition of The Aviation Challenge. The ceremony, held in Copenhagen, marked the fourth consecutive year the “Pride of Africa” has been recognized for its approach to green flight. At this…
Standard Chartered has appointed Dalu Ajene as its new Chief Executive Officer for Africa, giving him dual responsibilities as regional CEO and Head of Coverage for the continent. The move comes after Ajene’s high-impact tenure as CEO of…
South Africa’s Nedbank Group has made a bold move into East Africa after submitting a strategic investment proposal to acquire a controlling stake in NCBA Group PLC, one of the region’s most influential financial institutions. Under the…
The Government has reaffirmed its strong partnership with the World Bank, recognizing the institution as one of the country’s most reliable development partners in driving economic transformation. Speaking after a high-level meeting,…
Aviation workers have issued a seven-day strike notice, warning that they could ground Kenya’s airspace if the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) fails to review their salaries and address what they describe as years of labour…
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has issued a detailed guide for motorists buying vehicles through auctions, bank repossessions, or court-directed sales, warning that ownership will not be recognised unless a special…
Nairobi is fast emerging as a leading African hub for financial services, digital innovation, green finance, and regulated virtual assets, following a series of high-level engagements at the World Economic Forum in Davos. The Nairobi…
Motorcycle sales in Kenya surged steadily throughout 2025, driven by growing demand from small businesses and public transport operators, according to local asset financier Watu. The trend reflects a broader recovery in the vehicle market,…
President William Ruto has announced that the government will issue a title deed for Nairobi’s Gikomba Market within the next 90 days, a move aimed at ending decades of ownership disputes and protecting traders from land grabbers. Speaking…
Kenyans have been invited to participate in the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) Initial Public Offering (IPO), which officially opened for trading on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) on Monday, January 19, 2026. In a statement, the NSE…
A new Bill before Parliament proposes that foreign companies operating in Kenya source at least 60 per cent of their goods and services locally. The legislation aims to strengthen domestic industries, support Kenyan farmers, and create…
Kenya risks losing billions of shillings if the government goes ahead with the proposed sale of its 15 per cent stake in Safaricom without opening the deal to international bidders, Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has warned.…
Central Bank of Kenya(CBK) received bids worth KSh 26.5 Billion at the recently held Treasury Bonds switch auction. At this sale, investors holding a re-opened 10-year Treasury Bond first sold in 2016 were asked to voluntarily switch it…
Tatu Coffee Estates Limited has won both first place and third place in the Washed Arabica Category at the National Taste of Harvest Kenya 2025–2026 Awards, the country’s most prestigious competition for coffee quality.
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has criticised the government’s proposed sale of part of its stake in Safaricom Plc, saying the process could short-change Kenyans. He warned that history may judge Parliament harshly if it goes ahead under the…
