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Farmers and processors in Kenya’s macadamia sector are once again at the centre of a government push aimed at stabilising prices and protecting growers from exploitation, as the State moves to tighten controls in the nut value chain.…
The long April holiday ends next week, and a lot of parents right now are working day and night to ensure they have enough money to cater for their children’s back-to-school needs. Of course, they have overwhelming demands; one being the…
A growing stand-up comedy movement in Nairobi is turning laughter into business, as new venues, emerging talent and expanding audiences position comedy as one of the fastest-rising spaces within Kenya’s creative economy. Once viewed…
The IMF (International Monetary Fund) has put the first roadblock in the ongoing negotiations with Nairobi by insisting that President William Ruto responds to audit queries contained in a Governance diagnostic report, before the Fund can…
CBK (Central Bank of Kenya) received bids worth KSh 13.8 billion out of the KSh 24 billion, an undersubscription of 57.4%, with the state fiscal agent accepting the entire amount. The 91-day Treasury Bills was the most attractive…
Crown Paints Plc has joined the global community in commemorating World Earth Day 2026 under the theme “Our Power, Our Planet,” reaffirming its commitment to sustainable practices and the transition towards renewable energy. Over the…
Avocado farmers in Kenya are in the middle on the harvest season with export markets getting more sophisticated and competitive, with stricter requirements. “The current avocado season in Kenya is progressing well overall, with a steady…
Kenya’s luxury housing market is showing signs of shifting beyond Nairobi’s traditional high-end suburbs, with developer Mi Vida Homes making a major bet on Tatu City through a Ksh 5.6 billion townhouse development aimed at affluent buyers…
Britam Insurance has unveiled a Whole Life Insurance Plan providing lifetime cover with up to KSh100 million in benefits, positioning it as a long-term financial protection and estate planning solution. Launched on Tuesday, 21st April,…
The proposed Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill, 2026, has come under scrutiny after Controller of Budget (CoB) Margaret Nyakang’o warned that weaknesses in the draft law could undermine oversight, expose public funds to risk and conflict with the…
The NSE (Nairobi Securities Exchange) saw its key indices close lower in Wednesday’s trading with the NSE 20 Share index down 0.25% to 3,604.56, the All Share Index falling 0.44% to 207.57 and the NSE 25 share Index declining by 0.27% to…
Treasury has adjusted its financial targets mid-year, ahead of the 2026/27 fiscal year with every revision pointing to the same uncomfortable direction. In the 2025/26 Budget estimates, Kenya’s National Treasury has cut the tax revenue…
Airtel Kenya has launched a new referral programme that will allow customers to earn money by inviting family and friends to join the MyAirtel App, introducing a model that turns ordinary app users into brand promoters while tapping into…
Crown Paints (K) PLC has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, reinforcing its commitment to information security, data protection, and global governance standards. Mike Kamau , Managing Director of Certi-Trust, presented the ISO/IEC…
Insurance firms that are top profit-makers at the Nairobi Securities Exchange are led by Jubilee Insurance which recorded a net profit of KSh 5.55 billion with a dividend of KSh 15 per share. The firm is closely followed by a net profit of…
More than 450,000 aspirants are set to battle for grassroots leadership positions as the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) conducts its Repeat Phase II grassroots elections across 18 counties on Thursday, April 23, 2026. According to a…
The MV Uhuru I and II vessels are playing a pivotal role in strengthening regional trade, making weekly trips from Kisumu Port to key destinations across Lake Victoria. The vessels transport a wide range of essential cargo—including steel,…
Coffee farmers in Murang’a County are reporting a turnaround in fortunes following recent reforms in the sector, with many citing improved payouts and renewed confidence in coffee farming. Growers affiliated with Kahuhia, Thangaini, and…
New gambling regulation in Kenya, anchored in the newly enacted Gambling Control Act, 2025, places consumer protection, addiction prevention, and evidence-based oversight at the centre of regulation.
Co-operative Bank of Kenya Ltd will change its name as part of an ongoing reorganisation to reflect its Co-op Bank new structure.
Sanlam Allianz Holdings (Kenya) Plc has delivered a resilient performance in 2025 despite a competitive operating environment, recording a profit after tax of Ksh832 million.
There are moments in economic policy where a small percentage looks harmless on paper, yet carries the weight of an entire economy on its shoulders. Kenya’s temporary reduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) on fuel from 16 per cent to 8 per…
A new assessment by MCB Group in its Africa Economic Compass report has shown that Kenya’s economy has made steady progress in stabilising over the past year, but is now facing renewed pressure from rising global energy costs and…
Britam is deepening its push into long-term financial planning products with the launch of a new solution aimed at Kenyan households looking to secure wealth beyond a single generation. The move by Britam introduces the Britam Whole Life…
