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President Donald Trump’s lawyers asked a federal judge on Friday to give the Justice Department 90 extra days before it has to respond to his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS. The bigger picture here is that both sides are now…
Clean energy solutions provider Beam Global is eyeing the Kenyan market as a springboard to enter the region in order to capitalize on the growing adoption of electric mobility. According to Beam Global Chief Executive Officer and Founder…
Kenya Agriculture sector remains fundamental in generating employment, economic boost and finding solution to food insecurity. The sector, however, is faced with twin threat; climatic change and emerging agribusiness environment which call…
For many artists, musicians, and authors in Kenya, the legal side of creativity can feel like a daunting maze. From licensing disputes to the unauthorized use of your work, protecting your hustle is often overshadowed by the fear of long,…
In a scathing response to the sudden redundancy notice issued by Sama, digital rights group The Oversight Lab has issued a statement of solidarity with affected workers, calling for urgent government intervention and a radical rethink of…
Kenya’s economy will experience a decline this year on account of war in the Middle East which has led to sharp increase in energy and shipping costs. The latest projection by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) shows that the country’s…
Kenya is reshaping its negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as talks for a new funding programme continue, following discussions that began with the Nairobi Mission in March during the Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C.…
When Grace Kasera quit her job in the NGO sector, many saw it as a risky move. Leaving behind stable employment after years of professional work appeared, to some, like a step backward. But for Kasera, the decision was driven by a deeper…
Hello, I am Janeffer. Welcome to today’s edition of The Business Roundup. In this edition, we focus on these three top stories: NSE Eyes Role in Dangote’s $22B IPO Plan Fuel Scandals and the Game of Fuel Prices Kenya Targets First Crude…
A global coalition under the banner ‘Stop Financing Factory Farming’ is urging the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation to stop funding factory farming and redirect money to smallholder farmers. Globally, the World Bank…
President William Ruto has assented to the Value Added Tax Amendment Bill to cushion consumers from further increases in fuel prices within the next three months. The law which is effective April 15, 2026 has lowered the VAT on super…
Equity Bank has surpassed Safaricom PLC in the list of Kenya’s top 10 most valuable brands. According to the Kenya 25- 2026 report by Brand Finance, the banking sector accounts for the largest share of total brand value at 56 percent,…
In a twist that few might have expected, a new global study has found that many young people are supporting restrictions on the very platforms they grew up using. The research by Family First reveals that 51 per cent of Gen Z respondents…
A new global study has revealed a striking generational divide in Kenya over whether children under the age of 16 should be banned from social media. While a strong majority of parents are in support, their children are far less convinced.…
Chinese carmaker Seres has been granted a patent for what it calls an “in-vehicle toilet” that slides under a passenger’s seat for visits to the loo while on the road. The feature is meant to “satisfy users’ toilet needs on long journeys,…
For years, we were told the eSIM would be the death of the SIM ejector tool. It promised a seamless, digital-first world where switching carriers or devices was as simple as a few taps on a screen. But for many users, especially those who…
Safaricom introduced the eSIM (Embedded Subscriber Identity Module) service on their network in Kenya in 2021. With an eSIM, the customer just needs some Profile Settings and they are ready to use a particular network. Usually such profile…
Airtel launched their eSIM service in Kenya in 2023, offering customers to access same functionality as someone using a physical SIM. The eSIM service is available on the Airtel network and customers who wish to switch their current…
Jamii Telecommunications Ltd (JTL) introduced the first eSIM in Kenya under the Faiba brand in February 2021, enabling digital SIM activation on compatible smartphones. The standout feature of Faiba’s eSIM is the reusable nature of their…
The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) has slapped St. Luke Orthopaedic & Trauma Hospital in Eldoret with a Ksh. 525,000 fine. The penalty follows a series of human errors that led to the unauthorized disclosure of a…
The recent surge in fuel prices has sent shockwaves through the Kenyan economy, reigniting a fierce debate over taxation, government accountability, and the tone deafness of leadership. With taxes and levies historically making up a…
Safaricom PLC has issued a formal apology following a wave of technical frustrations surrounding its app, My OneApp. The apology comes on the heels of a rocky rollout that saw thousands of users, particularly those in the diaspora, locked…
Equity Bank has retained its position as Kenya’s most valuable brand for the third consecutive year, in rankings dominated by banks.
Equity Bank has maintained its position as Kenya’s most valuable brand in the latest Brand Finance Kenya 25 2026 report which highlights the strength and resilience of the country’s top companies. The bank’s brand value rose by 4pc to Ksh…
