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The hidden mistakes that make homeownership more expensive
Bizna KenyaReal Estate

The hidden mistakes that make homeownership more expensive

Having a roof over your head is a dream for almost every individual, whether rented or purchased. However, getting that ideal house to buy or rent is not an easy task. From a high number of conmen lingering in almost every corner with…

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Full list of 66 global organizations United States has withdrawn from
Bizna KenyaNews

Full list of 66 global organizations United States has withdrawn from

The United States of America under the administration of President Donald Trump has withdrawn from tens of global organizations. These organizations include 31 that are directly related with the United Nations and 36 that are not directly…

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How rogue KDF soldiers stole crystal meth worth hundreds of millions
Bizna KenyaNews

How rogue KDF soldiers stole crystal meth worth hundreds of millions

It has now emerged that rogue KDF soldiers may have stolen crystal meth worth hundreds of millions. The crystal meth had been recovered from a vessel that was intercepted in the Indian Ocean in October 2025 by Kenyan soldiers. Details of…

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Co-op Bank leads 11 Kenyan firms named among fastest growing in Africa
Bizna KenyaFinance

Co-op Bank leads 11 Kenyan firms named among fastest growing in Africa

Co-operative Bank, M-Kopa, Quickmart Supermarket and KCB Bank are among 11 Kenyan firms placed on the Financial Times’ Africa’s Fastest-Growing companies. Others are agricultural producer Victory Farms, manufacturing firm Roam Electric,…

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USSD codes for banks and Micro Finance Institutions (MFIs) in Kenya
Bizna KenyaSAVINGS & INVESTMENT

USSD codes for banks and Micro Finance Institutions (MFIs) in Kenya

In a country where mobile phones are more widespread than bank branches, USSD codes have become a critical bridge between financial institutions and the public. Kenyan banks and microfinance institutions deploy these short, dial-based…

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M-Pesa Paybill numbers for all commercial banks in Kenya
Bizna KenyaSAVINGS & INVESTMENT

M-Pesa Paybill numbers for all commercial banks in Kenya

Kenyan banks are increasingly rolling out dedicated M-Pesa Paybill numbers as part of a broader response to the country’s rapidly expanding cashless economy. Driven by the widespread adoption of mobile money and changing consumer…

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Americans’ bid to build Nairobi-Mombasa Expressway gets new lifeline
Bizna KenyaNews

Americans’ bid to build Nairobi-Mombasa Expressway gets new lifeline

American company Everstrong Capital’s bid to build the Nairobi-Mombasa Expressway has received a new lifeline. This is after the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Directorate opted to have the project undergo a fresh project development and…

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KUCCPS opens applications for KMTC March 2026 intake
Bizna KenyaEducation

KUCCPS opens applications for KMTC March 2026 intake

The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has opened its portal for students seeking placement to the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) for the March 2026 intake. In a notice on Wednesday, January 7, KUCCPS…

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Budget-Friendly and Luxury Kenya Safari Options with KETS Safaris
Bizna KenyaNews

Budget-Friendly and Luxury Kenya Safari Options with KETS Safaris

Kenya’s wild frontier has always been a land of timeless wonder — sweeping savannahs, echoing horizons, and wildlife encounters that stir the soul and sharpen one’s sense of adventure. Whether you are a value-driven traveller seeking…

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Kaspersky shares AI cybersecurity predictions for 2026
Bizna KenyaNews

Kaspersky shares AI cybersecurity predictions for 2026

Kaspersky experts outline how the rapid development of AI is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape in 2026, both for individual users and for businesses. Large language models (LLMs) are influencing defensive capabilities while…

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Co-op Bank simplifies back-to-school shopping for parents
Bizna KenyaNews

Co-op Bank simplifies back-to-school shopping for parents

As the 2026 academic year begins and learners return to school, while others join, parents and guardians are preparing to meet a range of essential back-to-school needs, including uniforms, stationery, personal items, and school fees. Gone…

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Faith Muchira: The phone call that changed my life forever
Bizna KenyaNews

Faith Muchira: The phone call that changed my life forever

“My life changed on December 8, 2025,” begins 30-year-old Faith Muchira. “I was at home in Gatunduri, Embu County, with my baby. I was busy with household chores. I had just warmed some water for my baby as I prepared to start cleaning…

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Government announces second disbursement of NYOTA funds
Bizna KenyaNews

Government announces second disbursement of NYOTA funds

The government has announced the second phase of business start-up capital disbursement under the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) Project. In a statement on Tuesday, January 6, the State Department for MSMEs…

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Wells Fargo announces mass hiring of security guards; how to apply
Bizna KenyaCareer

Wells Fargo announces mass hiring of security guards; how to apply

Wells Fargo Limited has announced mass hiring of security guards as part of its effort to strengthen its frontline security staff. In an advertisement published on its Facebook page, the security and courier firm said it is seeking to…

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Back to school chronicles: How to get quick school fees loan
Bizna KenyaNews

Back to school chronicles: How to get quick school fees loan

The first term of school reopening is usually the hardest for parents as it comes along with more responsibilities and expenses, especially for those parents who have students joining form one. For most parents, it means buying everything…

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