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A surge in poaching targeting African lions for their body parts could pose a severe long-term risk to the species unless governments and conservation groups act quickly, according to new peer-reviewed research. The study, published in…
Safaricom (NSE: SCOM) today announced that M-PESA has reached 40 million customers as it celebrates 19 years of driving financial inclusion and empowering Kenyans to manage their money safely and securely. Since its launch on March 6th,…
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) says it will continue supporting micro and small enterprises to enhance tax compliance.
Residents of Ugunja, Sega and Ukwala in Siaya County are beginning to experience the long-awaited benefits of a major water infrastructure project aimed at improving access to clean water and supporting economic growth in the region. The…
For more than a decade, streaming platform Showmax has given Kenyan filmmakers something the local industry has struggled with for years: a reliable platform to showcase their work beyond traditional television. Actors, directors,…
The government has proposed an increase in spending for the 2025/26 financial year through the first supplementary budget tabled in Parliament. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi told lawmakers that ministerial expenditure will rise by…
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has welcomed the creation of the National Infrastructure Fund, saying it will help Kenya finance major development projects while easing pressure on public debt. In a statement, Mbadi said the new…
The government has intensified efforts to boost aquaculture in the Lake Region following the revival of the Kibos Aquaculture Centre in Kisumu County, a key facility supporting fish farming and the Blue Economy. Speaking during a visit to…
The National Assembly has passed the National Infrastructure Fund Bill, paving the way for the creation of a multi-trillion-shilling fund aimed at financing major infrastructure projects across the country. The legislation now awaits…
Kenya’s economy is projected to expand to 5.3 per cent in 2026, signalling a strengthening recovery supported by improved macroeconomic stability and renewed growth in key sectors such as agriculture, construction, tourism, transport and…
Leonardo DiCaprio has developed an unusually consistent accessory choice during the current awards season, repeatedly wearing the same luxury timepiece across multiple red carpet appearances. The actor has been spotted wearing a white-gold…
Apple Inc. has introduced a new slate of consumer and professional devices this week, headlined by its most affordable MacBook model to date, alongside updated iPhones, tablets, and high-end workstation hardware. The product releases,…
Canal+ plans to discontinue the Showmax service after determining the African streaming platform was not commercially viable, marking one of the first major strategic shifts since the French broadcaster acquired MultiChoice Group. The…
Kenya Airways has appointed Mr. Kiprono Kittony, Mr. Chris Diaz, Prof. Winnie Iminza Nyamute and Dr. David Ndii to its Board of Directors.
Toyota by CFAO has delivered the first batch of 40 locally assembled Toyota Land Cruiser 79 vehicles to the National Police Service, marking the latest phase of a government-backed fleet leasing programme aimed at improving police mobility…
A new study reveals that high-growth firms — tech and tech-enabled companies that scale to 50 or more employees — play an outsized role in tech jobs creation and ecosystem growth.
Pioneer Insurance Ltd, in partnership with Gospo Insurance Agency, has intensified its grassroots presence in its quest for market dominance in the next five years.
Kenya’s retirement benefits industry closed December 2025 pension assets of KSh2.81 trillion, underscoring sustained growth in contributions and investment performance. here According to the Retirement Benefits Authority Industry Brief,…
Kisumu County Woman Representative, Ms Ruth Odinga, has announced the appointment of Kevin Ogutu as Press Secretary and Head of Strategic Communications.
Nairobi Securities Exchange(NSE) is expected to be impacted by the unfolding events in the Middle East, which is already creating some market uncertainty. However, experts say the Middle East conflict will have minimal short-term effects…
A retrial of Harvey Weinstein on a rape charge is scheduled to begin April 14 in Manhattan, reopening one of the remaining unresolved counts from last year’s criminal case against the former film producer. A 12-person jury in Manhattan in…
The 98th edition of the Academy Awards arrives on March 15 with a nominations slate that underscores a volatile and competitive awards season, as the film industry tests new categories and contends with shifting distribution dynamics. The…
Absa Bank Kenya has announced a final dividend of KSh 1.85, bringing the total 2025 dividend to KSh 2.05 per share, up 17% year on year, including the KSh 0.20 interim dividend. The dividend, amounting to KSh 10,048,342,000.00, will be…
The government has launched a major plan to expand Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi, aiming to transform it into a leading aviation and economic hub. The government says the project is one of the largest infrastructure…
