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KCB Group inches closer to historic Sh100 per share on NSE
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KCB Group inches closer to historic Sh100 per share on NSE

KCB Group shares have inched closer to a historic high of Sh100 apiece at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). This follows the release of the banking group’s half year financial results and the declaration of a bumper interim dividend.…

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Equity Group net profit rises 32pc to Sh45.5 billion in six months
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Equity Group net profit rises 32pc to Sh45.5 billion in six months

Equity Group Holdings Plc has announced a 32 percent increase in net profit to Sh45.5 billion from Sh34.6 billion in the first half of the current financial year. This Equity Group net profit came in as a reflection of improved balance…

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Why Large Investors Prefer Private Liquidity Hubs
Bizna KenyaNews

Why Large Investors Prefer Private Liquidity Hubs

Try dropping a $20 million order into a public order book and watch what happens to the price before you’re even halfway filled. That’s the problem institutional desks live with every single day — thin visible depth, predatory algorithms…

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Reasons you need to change your real estate agent
Bizna KenyaReal Estate

Reasons you need to change your real estate agent

Choosing a real estate agent is not simply about finding someone who can advertise a property, arrange viewings or introduce buyers and tenants. In Kenya, estate agency is a regulated profession, and an agent handling your property has…

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Proto Energy and Equity Bank partner to expand LPG financing in Kenya
Bizna KenyaFinance

Proto Energy and Equity Bank partner to expand LPG financing in Kenya

NAIROBI, KENYA, 19 August 2026: Proto Energy and Equity Bank have partnered to expand access to financing for customers seeking to adopt LPG solutions, with the partnership introducing two targeted financing products: an Autogas Conversion…

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Absa Bank Kenya posts Sh10.5 billion half-year profit
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Absa Bank Kenya posts Sh10.5 billion half-year profit

Absa Bank Kenya Plc has reported a profit after tax of Sh10.5 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2026, as the lender continued to grow its customer assets and deposits despite a challenging operating environment. Customer assets…

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Family Bank half-year profit surges 62pc as assets hit Sh238.9bn
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Family Bank half-year profit surges 62pc as assets hit Sh238.9bn

Family Bank Group’s profit after tax rose by 62 per cent to Sh3.7 billion in the six months ended June 30, 2026, from Sh2.2 billion recorded during a similar period last year. The strong performance was driven by balance sheet expansion,…

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Cancer patients to benefit from dedicated therapy in Mombasa
Bizna KenyaNews

Cancer patients to benefit from dedicated therapy in Mombasa

Cancer patients in Mombasa County and its environs are set to benefit from wellness and support services with the construction of a therapy support centre at the Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital (CGTRH). New centre to expand…

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NCBA slashes interbank transfer cost with revised Pesalink pricing
Bizna KenyaFinance

NCBA slashes interbank transfer cost with revised Pesalink pricing

NCBA Bank has introduced a simplified Pesalink pricing structure for customers using the NCBA NOW App, making instant interbank money transfers more affordable, transparent and predictable. The revised pricing reinforces the Bank’s…

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ICT Authority announces 350 internships for graduates: How to apply
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ICT Authority announces 350 internships for graduates: How to apply

The ICT Authority has announced 350 internship opportunities for recent university graduates under the Presidential Digital Talent Programme (PDTP) Cohort XI for the 2026/2027 intake. The 12-month programme is designed to equip young ICT…

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Your flight is delayed; your opinion isn’t
Bizna KenyaNews

Your flight is delayed; your opinion isn’t

Flight delay: The online spat between Kenyan socialite Vera Sidika and businesswoman and musician Akothee, and the commentary it subsequently provoked, brought several issues into sharp focus. Chief among them was a surprisingly widespread…

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From tubers to seed: The right way to prepare potato planting materials
Bizna KenyaAgriculture

From tubers to seed: The right way to prepare potato planting materials

Potato farming is undoubtedly an attractive commercial enterprise for farmers seeking to generate reliable income from relatively small pieces of land. The crop has a ready market, matures faster than many staple crops, and can deliver…

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Co-op Bank mortgage opens path to home ownership through construction
Bizna KenyaReal Estate

Co-op Bank mortgage opens path to home ownership through construction

For many Kenyans, owning a home represents more than having a roof over their heads. It is a symbol of stability, security, and financial progress. It’s a place where families can put down roots, raise children and build a lasting legacy.…

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