Kenyan business and entrepreneurship publication covering SMEs, personal finance, companies, careers and investment.
As Kenya continues to position itself as a regional technology hub, Information Technology (IT) has emerged as one of the country’s most marketable and future-driven fields of study. From software engineering and cybersecurity to data…
Ever wondered why gas cylinders are usually covered with nets during distribution? While some distributors ferry the cylinders uncovered, the nets play a crucial role in the safety of the highly explosive substance. According to various…
At least 16 students have been confirmed dead following a devastating overnight fire that razed a dormitory at Utumishi Girls Academy in Nakuru. The fire reportedly broke out late at about 1 am while students were asleep, rapidly spreading…
Equity Group has emerged as the most profitable banking group in Kenya and the larger Eastern Africa region in the first quarter of the current financial year 2026. This is after the banking group returned a net profit of Sh18.33 billion.…
Pig farming is increasingly emerging as one of the most lucrative livestock ventures for smallholder farmers in Kenya, offering quicker returns, high reproduction rates and growing market demand compared to many traditional farming…
The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) has announced 17 job vacancies across its research and support programmes. The institution is offering opportunities for professionals and graduates in Kilifi, Nairobi, Suba/Mbita and Kirinyaga…
Teaching remains one of the most popular career choices among Kenyan students, driven by the high demand for qualified teachers in public and private schools across the country. Every year, thousands of students apply for Bachelor of…
Deposit Administration (DA) funds in Kenya recorded significant growth in assets and improved declared returns in 2025, according to the Survey of Insured Deposit Administration Returns released by Zamara Group. The survey found that total…
Bashiri Africa has announced the continued expansion of its AI-powered predictive engagement platform focused on sports, entertainment, finance, culture, and real-time digital participation across African markets. Built for Africa’s…
The 1% forex trading rule is popular because it keeps traders from risking too much on one trade. It is simple, easy to remember, and useful for beginners. However, experienced traders often go beyond this fixed approach. They know that…
At an age when many people begin planning for retirement, 66-year-old entrepreneur Grace Kasera is still pushing hard in entrepreneurship and in the process built a thriving fabrication business that is now helping households cut cooking…
In many urban centres across Kenya, tuktuks have become an indispensable mode of transport, offering commuters an affordable, flexible and convenient way to navigate congested roads. Their ability to consume less fuel and provide faster…
Trees have long been regarded as a reliable investment, with demand for seedlings and ornamental plants continuing to rise in homes, institutions, and urban centres across the country. Yet, despite the growing appetite for landscaping and…
The United States administration of President Donald Trump is releasing a new policy that will require all foreigners in US to return to their home countries if they desire to apply for Permanent Residency. According to the US Citizenship…
Electric two-wheelers are becoming a common choice for Indian riders because they suit daily city travel, short commutes, and cleaner mobility goals. However, buying cover for an electric scooter or bike needs a different thought process.…
Kenya Blockchain & Crypto Conference 2026, one of the leading blockchain and digital finance conferences was hosted in Nairobi on May 14–15, 2026. It was attended by blockchain innovators, investors, fintech companies, policy makers,…
China–Africa Trade: A new report released by the African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) in collaboration with the Boston University Global Development Policy Center shows that China–Africa economic relations are entering a new phase,…
Equity Group and MSC (MicroSave Consulting) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen financial inclusion and advance gender equity within Kenya’s fisheries sector, a partnership that also positions the blue…
The Kenya Mortgage Refinance Company (KMRC) today listed its shs3 billion Sustainability Bond at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE), after the issuance attracted applications worth shs9.38 billion, an over-subscription rate of 312.8…
Former Kenya Airways Chief Executive Officer Allan Kilavuka walked away from the national carrier with a pay package of Sh131 million. This amount is inclusive of his pension and benefits and was revealed by the airline in its latest…
The Two Rivers International Finance and Innovation Centre (TRIFIC) Special Economic Zone has opened a Sh4.8 billion (USD 37.3 million) Green, USD-denominated Income Real Estate Investment Trust (I-REIT) to fund the acquisition of the…
Kenya has now concluded public consultations on the Draft Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Regulations, 2026. These rules will operationalise the VASP Act passed last November and, for the first time, bring Kenya’s digital asset…
Access to quick and flexible credit can often be the difference between stalled ambitions and life-changing progress. Whether it is paying school fees, expanding a small business, acquiring an asset, or handling an unexpected financial…
Jet A-1: Petroleum products have dominated headlines in recent weeks, a reminder that modern economies run not merely on confidence and credit, but on hydrocarbons. From matatus to manufacturing plants, and from cargo ships to cabinet…
