Latest business stories from across Kenya.
KenGen(Kenya Electricity Generating Company) a listed electricity generating company, has its cash engine still holding up even as tax resets drag its half-year earnings, which fell 20% to KSh 4.22billion. This is despite KenGen revenues…
The Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) has ended its strike which begun on Monday after reaching a deal with the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA). The union on Tuesday signed a return to work formula with KCAA in a deal brokered by…
Kenya has been overtaken by Morocco as Africa’s top avocado exporter according to preliminary data from the Food and Agriculture Organization(FAO) Tropical Fruits Market Review. Kenya, previously Africa’s largest avocado exporter, moved to…
Pilots have issued flight safety concerns as the strike called by the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) enters the second day carrying with it disruptions on both domestic and international flights. In a statement, Kenya Airline Pilots…
Skoot Technology (Skoot) has officially announced the launch of the Skoot e3W, an electric three-wheeler (Tuk Tuk), in the Kenyan market. The new Skoot e3W Tuk Tuk is a collaboration between Skoot, battery-swapping company SUN Mobility,…
Flight disruptions at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) are deepening, with Kenya Airways (KQ) now confirming delays of up to four hours on departures, a development that is rippling through business travel and cargo operations.…
Ethiopia liberalises forex: Service exporters now retain 100% earnings, whilst investors enjoy frictionless profit repatriation, unlocking the nation’s digital economy.
I&M Bank Limited and Visa have officially signed a strategic partnership to overhaul the country’s digital payment infrastructure. The partnership focuses on three core pillars: Closing the Gap: Upgrading payment systems in underserved…
The Kenya Airline Pilots Association (KALPA) has raised an alarm over potential safety risks as the ongoing strike by the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU), including air traffic controllers, continues to disrupt operations at Jomo…
Billionaire Thomas Pritzker says he has retired as the Hyatt Hotels chairman, after his ties with Jeffrey Epstein surfaced in the latest files released by the US Department of Justice. He said in a statement on Monday that he had exercised…
The Business Registration Service (BRS) rolled out an upgraded version of its platform on Monday, February 16, designed to make it easier for business owners to update company information online. In an official notice, BRS explained that…
The Kenya Revenue Authority has clarified that a large number of Kenyans who receive payments after withholding tax (WHT) has been deducted mistakenly believe the deduction settles their entire tax bill. KRA has, however, explained that,…
Kenya has committed to integrating robust tourism resilience mechanisms into national development frameworks. This comes as the country posts impressive post-pandemic recovery establishing it as a global leader in tourism growth and…
The landscape of East African commerce is set for a transformation as the East African Business and Investment Summit & Expo 2026 (EABIS 2026) prepares to convene on 24–25 February at the Safari Park Hotel. The International Trade Centre…
I&M Bank has announced the launch of nine new branches. This expansion is part of the bank’s Mahali Uko, Tuko (Where You Are, We Are) campaign, which plans for the bank to reach 80 branches by the end of 2026. The rollout targets high…
Pwani Oil Products Limited has announced a strategic partnership with the Kenya Red Cross Society to deliver an aid package to orphanages across Mombasa County. The initiative, designed to provide both material relief and social…
The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has announced the licensing of six new firms. The move spans multiple categories, including investment banking, stockbroking, and digital platform services. The approvals come at a pivotal time for the…
In a move to accelerate the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Kenya has officially launched two interconnected digital platforms, BiasharaLink and Deal House. These tools are designed to transform African embassies into active…
Coca-Cola HBC AG has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority 75% stake in Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA). The deal, valued at approximately $3.4 billion (Ksh. 438 billion) on a total equity basis, is set to transform the…
The Board of the East African Business Council (EABC) has officially announced the appointment of Ahmed Farah as its new Executive Director. With over 20 years of leadership experience, Farah is a recognized authority on trade and…
Sun King has pivoted into the mobile market with the launch of its first-ever branded smartphone, the EZ 1. It is designed specifically for the Kenyan market and assembled at Sun King’s new local manufacturing facility. It is available via…
Kenya Airways (KQ) has warned passengers of possible flight delays and cancellations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) as aviation workers begin a go-slow, affecting both domestic and international flights. The airline said the…
The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) has assured travellers and businesses that efforts are underway to restore normal operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) following recent flight disruptions. In a statement…
AHI Carrier, a joint venture of Carrier Global Corporation, has expanded its footprint in East Africa by unveiling its first dealer-based Carrier and Toshiba HVAC showroom in Nairobi, in partnership with North Star Cooling Systems. The new…
