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Late Ruto friend Wicknell Chivayo spent 3 years in prison over fraud
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Late Ruto friend Wicknell Chivayo spent 3 years in prison over fraud

Zimbabwean Wicknell Chivayo appeared to have been close to Kenya’s president William Ruto, in a camaraderie that puzzled many Kenyans. Chivayo left many Kenyans in shock from the ease with which he managed to get access to State House in…

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Kenya urged to strengthen systems as number of Older Persons grows
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Kenya urged to strengthen systems as number of Older Persons grows

It has been suggested that Kenya should reinforce its healthcare, social protection and legal systems in order to meet the increasing needs of older people as the country’s ageing population continues to grow. At events held at Kenya…

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Second standalone pharmacy opens in Nairobi
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Second standalone pharmacy opens in Nairobi

Equity Afya has opened its second standalone community pharmacy in Nairobi, expanding its healthcare model beyond medical consultations to address access to medicines at the last mile. The new pharmacy at Bruce House, opposite Cardinal…

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Kenyan investors explore Dangote Refinery IPO through NSE GDR
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Kenyan investors explore Dangote Refinery IPO through NSE GDR

Kenyan institutional investors and capital market participants are exploring a proposed structure that would allow them to participate in the ongoing Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals FZE Initial Public Offering (IPO) through the…

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CBK licenses 29 more digital lenders as total number hits 281
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CBK licenses 29 more digital lenders as total number hits 281

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has approved 29 additional digital credit providers, raising the number of regulated digital lenders in the country to 281. In a statement issued on Wednesday, September 30, CBK said the latest approvals…

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Your chest pain could be a potential heart attack
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Your chest pain could be a potential heart attack

Heart attack: Chest pain or discomfort can be an indicator of serious and life-threatening conditions and should be evaluated promptly with minimal delay. It is critical to visit a hospital with a proper pathway for management of an acute…

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Top 10 banks dominating Kenya’s lending market
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Top 10 banks dominating Kenya’s lending market

Kenya’s banking sector expanded its lending in 2025, with the total value of outstanding gross loans rising to Sh4.35 trillion by December, up from Sh4.07 trillion a year earlier. The 6.8 per cent increase points to stronger credit…

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Full list of Tier 1, 2, and 3 banks in Kenya
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Full list of Tier 1, 2, and 3 banks in Kenya

KCB Group remained Kenya’s largest commercial bank by market share at the end of 2025, accounting for 17.3 per cent of the banking sector, according to data from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). Equity Bank ranked second with 11.8 per…

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