Kenyan business and entrepreneurship publication covering SMEs, personal finance, companies, careers and investment.
Dr. Eunice Namonywe Emusugut is not your ordinary police officer but a trailblazer whose academic achievements and service record continue to inspire her colleagues. Currently serving as a Chief Inspector of Police, Dr. Eunice holds…
Three sector leaders have launched a strategic partnership that integrates land acquisition, construction, and financing into one seamless customer journey. Co-operative Bank of Kenya, Optiven Limited, and Everstrong Maskani LLP signed the…
Access to credit has undoubtedly become easier in recent times thanks to the rise of digital credit providers, as well as the increased financial inclusion initiatives. These advancements have made it simpler for businesses and individuals…
Prominent businessman Peter Munga has partnered with the US capital firm that is behind the Sh468 billion Nairobi-Mombasa Expressway project. The latest move by the billionaire businessman has been seen as a strategic positioning for the…
Safaricom (NSE: SCOM) hosted the Safire Connect Forum in Eldoret, bringing together farmers, Agri-entrepreneurs and stakeholders for a day of learning, empowerment and networking. The forum provided a platform for farmers across the Rift…
When Jennifer Maingi took a Sh10,000 loan from a Chama (investment group) in 2021, she wasn’t aware that the decision would change her financial life forever. Jennifer who resides in Kitui South invested the money in farming and is now…
Atuti Tiberius, a Safaricom customer, recently took to social media to express frustrations over his zero M-Shwari loan limit. In a Facebook post, Atuti revealed that he has been unable to access M-Shwari loans for years after his previous…
Arguably, some of the most successful business people in Kenya who have built their businesses from scratch have tales of tough beginnings. This is no different for Annabel Njambi, the founder of County Supermarket. Njambi came into the…
Over the past few weeks, Kenyans applying for Dubai visas have been facing mass rejections. With Dubai being a popular tourist destination for Kenyans, these mass rejections were first noticed by local tours and travels firms which…
NCBA has concluded a week-long regional engagement in Eldoret aimed at deepening its support for commercial and SME customers in the North-rift region. The tour included direct customer visits, market activations, and culminated in a…
In a significant milestone for youth empowerment and enterprise development in Elgeyo Marakwet County, 800 youth today graduated from the KCB Foundation’s 2Jiajiri vocational training programme; marking a major stride in efforts to equip…
Co-operative Bank of Kenya has been honoured for its leadership in cooperative banking, with its NWDT Sacco Society taking top spot in the “Best Performing NDT (Large & Medium) Employer-Based Saccos” category during this year’s Ushirika…
A lot of small business operators in Kenya continue to operate their hustle informally; no registration, no records, no online involvement. However, in one of the summits held on 9th July 2025, analysts urged MSMEs to change on how they do…
Kenya’s banking sector is experiencing notable growth attributed to thriving mobile money systems, rising virtual banking solutions, and substantial investments in technology infrastructure. The Co-operative Bank of Kenya is among the…
Airtel Kenya has crossed the 24 million subscriber mark through its network campaign as expansion plans continue. The telco amassed 3.01 million SIM card subscribers during the first three months of this year, beating giant Safaricom PLC,…
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has announced the sale of vehicles and assorted items through a public auction. In a statement on July 10, KWS said the auction will be conducted in collaboration with M/S Valley Auctioneers and will take…
Khadijah Hussein, a business lady from the coastal region has narrated how she succeeded in entrepreneurship even without higher education. Khadijah, who sells Mabuyu (Baobab fruits), revealed that she ventured into entrepreneurship after…
National carrier Kenya Airways is set to add three narrow-body planes to its fleet. This has been announced by the company’s chief executive officer Allan Kilavuka. According to Kilavuka, the three narrow-body planes are expected to boost…
A bad economic situation across the country is set to become worse over the next 30 days following the decision by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) to increase fuel prices. “We have calculated the maximum wholesale and…
Safaricom (NSE: SCOM), has embarked on the second leg of its M-PESA Sokoni ‘Maisha Fiti, Biz Shwari’ in the Rift Valley region, following a successful kick-off in the Coast region earlier this June. The tour is a celebration of 18 years of…
When Victor Nago Maina relocated to Japan to further his education, he was unaware that his expertise would lead to the creation of some of the most iconic projects in the world. Narrating his journey on Chams Media’s Daring Abroad…
NCBA has today announced a strategic partnership with Car & General, one of East Africa’s leading suppliers of power equipment, automotive, and engineering products, marking a significant milestone in its mission to deliver innovative and…
Safaricom (NSE: SCOM) has been honoured with three prestigious awards across gender inclusion, financial innovation and e-commerce, reaffirming its leadership in driving meaningful change for customers and communities. At the USAWA Awards…
The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has explained why some customers receive different token units despite paying the same amount. In a statement, KPLC said that the amount of electricity purchased is determined by the tariff…
