Latest business stories from across Kenya.
The local dining scene reached a major milestone this month with the official opening of Java House’s 105th branch at Trafford Park, Syokimau. The launch for new outlet was held on April 2, 2026. Situated at the gateway of Syokimau, the…
The impact of the escalating Middle East conflict is beginning to hit home, with rising costs now showing up in everyday construction materials in Kenya. Cement prices have started to edge up, offering an early sign of the pressure…
Mounting instability in the Middle East is beginning to cast a shadow over the global economy, even as Kenya maintains a relatively steady outlook, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has told lawmakers. Appearing before the National…
LOOP DFS has announced a Ksh 2.5 million restoration of the cricket pavilion at the historic Limuru Country Club. For decades, the Limuru cricket pavilion has served as more than just a sports facility; it has been a social anchor for the…
Bamburi Cement Plc, a leading provider of cement and concrete solutions in the region, has officially announced the appointment of Geoffrey Ndugwa as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective April 1, 2026. Ndugwa succeeds Mohit Kapoor,…
Kenya has earned Ksh 186.9 billion from tea exports owing to increased demand on the international market and additional markets. Latest data by the Tea Board of Kenya (TBK) shows that export earning last year increased b 2.9pc from Ksh…
Local cement and concrete solutions provider Bamburi Cement Plc has announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). In a notice published on Thursday, April 1, the Bamburi Board appointed Geoffrey Ndugwa as CEO, effective…
The Kenyan government is exploring changes to the value-added tax (VAT) on fuel to shield Kenyans from rising costs if tensions in the Middle East continue to push up global prices, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has revealed.…
The government is considering reviewing some levies on petroleum products to make fuel affordable in coming months amid price volatility driven by the war in the Middle East. National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi said the review…
The United States has exposed key barriers that continue to hinder trade with Kenya, citing corruption, restrictive import rules, and opaque government procurement practices. In its latest 2026 National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign…
Nairobi City County is now the largest holder of unpaid bills by county governments totaling Ksh 86.8 billion, which exceeds its annual budget by Ksh 43.2 billion. According analysis by the National Treasury, Nairobi City accounted for…
The Kenyan shilling weakened against the US Dollar on Thursday, April 2, caused by geopolitical tensions, including the US-Iran war. The Kenyan shilling weakened against the US dollar on Thursday, April 2, driven by geopolitical tensions,…
Elon Musk’s SpaceX is poised to become one of the most valuable publicly traded companies in the world. The company, which manufactures rockets, space exploration technology and Starlink satellites, is currently privately held. But on…
Customers on Telkom Kenya are still facing network challenges after a fresh report by the Communications Authority of Kenya showed the operator falling well below the required service standards. In its latest Quality of Service (QoS)…
Oil prices jumped by nearly 7% after US President Donald Trump reiterated threats to hit Iran “extremely hard” in the coming weeks and failed to give concrete details on how the war will end. Brent crude rose to $107.60 a barrel and stock…
Britam Holdings plc has posted an 8% increase in pre-tax profit for the year ended December 31, 2025, reaching Ksh7.9 billion. Britam Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tom Gitogo stated that the results reflect the…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has launched a new digital filing solution that allows Kenyans to submit their tax returns via WhatsApp. The authority announced the move on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, as part of a strategic effort to…
Safaricom has taken a major step in its digital evolution by unveiling an AI-powered app that combines the MySafaricom and M-Pesa apps. The announcement was made during day two of Safaricom’s Decode 4.0 summit in Nairobi, where the teleco…
Safaricom’s Ziidi Money Market Fund is beginning to show solid returns as more Kenyans turn to mobile-based investing for safe and flexible options. The fund posted a profit after tax of Ksh 784.2 million for the 14 months ending December…
A new survey by the Communications Authority shows that Safaricom Plc mobile network subscribers in Kenya enjoy superior services compared to those in rivals networks. The latest quality of service performance report by the authority shows…
President William Ruto has operationalized the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) with the appointment of a seven-member governing council chaired by National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi. The council members include Governor of…
Kenswitch and Visa sign a framework agreement to modernise Kenya’s payments infrastructure, targeting merchants, banks, and settlement systems.
The Government has come up with the Animal Identification and Traceability Bill (ANITRAC, 2026) that will broaden the country’s regional and international animal market products share once approved. The proposed legislation according to…
The Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) has warned all regulated SACCOs in Kenya to strengthen cybersecurity on their digital financial platforms. The directive covers ATMs, mobile money channels, internet banking, and web-based…
