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Kenya Airways is an unlikely beneficiary of the Middle East war between Israel and Iran following a surge in demand for its passenger tickets and cargo space since February by international travellers and businessmen keen to avoid the…
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has rolled out fresh requirements that mobile phones must meet before they are allowed into the Kenyan market in 2026. In a notice dated March 24, 2026, Director General David Mugonyi said the new…
Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) has reported a solid rise in earnings for the year ended December 31, 2025, with net profit climbing by 21 per cent to Ksh 10.7 billion, underpinned by tighter cost control and steady growth across its core…
A Kenyan player has captured attention after turning a simple Ksh500 stake into a massive Ksh6,000,000 win on SportPesa Kenya Aviator.
By Albanus Muthoka You’re earning Ksh300,000 a month. Maybe more. On paper, you should be set for retirement. Yet when you run the numbers, the picture looks uncomfortably different. Welcome to the paradox of being a High Earner, Not Rich…
CBK (Central Bank of Kenya) accepted bids worth KSh 18.4bn from investors in last week’s bond switch auction where investors opted to move from the 5-year Treasury Bond, first sold in 2021 to a higher-yielding and longer-dated 15-year…
Kingdom Bank has recorded a major increase in profits, posting a 59 per cent rise in net earnings for the year ended December 31, 2025. The growth comes as the bank extended more loans, attracted higher customer deposits, and opened new…
A slight dip has been recorded in the amount of money Kenyans in the diaspora are sending back home, even as the country’s foreign reserves remain strong. New figures from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) show that diaspora remittances…
Equity Group has abandoned its plans to enter Ethiopian in what it describes as regulatory delays, prompting a change in its pan African strategy towards the oil rich Angola, where an acquisition process is already underway. Equity Group…
SACCOs (Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies(SACCOs), known as private clubs owned by members may soon be forced to share both positive and negative credit information on their members with Credit Reference Bureau(CRBs) This is as soon…
Equity Group Holdings has been ranked among Africa’s top 10 banks by brand value in the 2026 Brand Finance Banking 500 report, marking a significant milestone for the Kenyan lender as it cements its position among the continent’s most…
Kenya is stepping up efforts to turn its farms into factories, with the government now pushing for more value addition and local consumption of agro-products as part of a broader industrialisation drive. Investments, Trade and Industry…
HFM, a leading online trading platform, has announced a new multi-year partnership with Arsenal, becoming an Official Global Partner of the club.
The government has reported significant progress in development projects across the Nyanza region, citing major gains in housing, water, markets, and other strategic sectors under President William Ruto’s administration. In a statement on…
Cruise tourists arriving at the Coast will now enjoy cheaper access to Kenya’s national parks after the government introduced a 30 per cent group discount to encourage more inland travel. The new incentive, rolled out in partnership with…
A new report by the World Bank and partners, titled Nourish and Flourish: Water Solutions to Feed 10 Billion People on a Livable Planet, has warned that Africa’s push for large-scale irrigation to tackle food shortages could backfire if…
Pepsodent, Unilever personal care brand, has launched a nationwide school oral health campaign targeting 500,000 pupils across 500 primary schools by the end of the year to address Kenya’s high burden of preventable dental diseases.
The Britam Holdings PLC has announced the death of its Group Board Chairman, Kuria Muchiru, who passed away on March 19, 2026, after a short illness. In a statement, the company’s Board of Directors and Management said they were “saddened”…
Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) has called on Parliament to reconsider the proposed Local Content Bill, 2025, warning that strict rules could hurt investment, disrupt supply chains, and undermine the country’s competitiveness. In a…
Ride-hailing is quickly becoming a serious income stream for many Kenyans, with new data showing that some drivers are making far more than what was once considered typical in the sector. According to the latest report by Bolt, drivers on…
Sub-Saharan Africa’s music scene is hitting new heights. Recorded music revenues in the region grew by a solid 15.2 per cent in 2025, reaching US$120 million, according to the latest IFPI Global Music Report 2026 seen by Business Today.…
Artificial intelligence (AI) and streaming are reshaping the global music industry, creating new opportunities for artists, record companies, and listeners alike. According to the IFPI Global Music Report 2026, recorded music revenues grew…
The warning comes against the backdrop of devastating floods that have already claimed 73 lives
Standard Bank has been ranked Africa’s Most Valuable Bank Brand for the fifth consecutive year, according to a new report by Brand Finance, reaffirming its position as a leading financial institution on the continent. The ranking places…
