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The proposed Finance Bill 2026 is introducing major tax changes targeting Kenya’s second-hand clothes market and the mobile phone sector, with the government defending the measures as part of efforts to simplify tax collection and seal…
The National Assembly has invited Kenyans and stakeholders to submit views on the proposed 2026/27 Budget Estimates as Parliament begins scrutiny of the government’s spending plans for the next financial year. In a notice issued by Clerk…
Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) has opened the race for a new Managing Director as the State-backed fuel transporter moves to rebuild its leadership after weeks of controversy that shook the country’s energy sector. The company announced that…
Safaricom has recorded one of the biggest profit jumps in its history after posting a net profit of Ksh 99.7 billion for the financial year ending March 2026, up from about Ksh 59.6 billion the previous year. The 67.3 per cent growth was…
Fintech platform, Kaleidofin, has closed Kenya’s first private-sector local currency securitisation in the smallholder agriculture sector in partnership with agri-finance company Apollo Agriculture.
Democratic Congress Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has reaffirmed that the United Opposition will field a single candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the next general election, dismissing suggestions of deep internal…
Male students in Kenya have continued to receive a significantly larger portion of government student loans compared to their female counterparts over the past five academic years, according to the latest official data. Figures released in…
Ted Turner, the pioneering founder of CNN and a visionary media mogul, has died at the age of 87. His death was announced on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, through a statement from Turner Enterprises and confirmed by the Associated Press. He…
Kenya’s nominee for ambassador to the Vatican, Dr Julius Murori Mbijiwe, has declared personal assets worth Ksh80 million, according to documents from his parliamentary vetting process. The National Assembly’s departmental committee on…
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has issued a last-minute appeal to thousands of 2025 KCSE candidates to complete their applications for university and college admissions before the portal closes at…
Millicent Awino, a follower of the controversial preacher Prophet Dr David Owuor, has launched a legal challenge against the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), demanding it retract conclusions that she was never HIV-positive despite…
The Allianz Arena will transform into a sea of red on Wednesday night as FC Bayern Munich seeks to overturn a one-goal deficit against Paris Saint-Germain and advance to the Champions League final. In a competition known for its drama, the…
The Sports Disputes Tribunal (SDT) has prolonged the suspension of Football Kenya Federation (FKF) president Hussein Mohammed and other senior officials, as an international probe by FIFA gains prominence in the dispute. In a fresh ruling…
As the Kenyan economy faces aggressive inflationary pressures and surging cost of living coupled with fluctuating interest rates and other economic uncertainties, conservative investment options such as money market funds continue to…
As the multiplier crossed major milestones, anticipation grew among everyone watching the round unfold. By the time it reached the unbelievable 131,176.49x mark, many players were left speechless.
The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum has attributed recent fuel supply disruptions in parts of the country to a temporary technical and administrative hitch, assuring Kenyans that the situation has now been resolved and normal deliveries…
A Chinese contractor has secured a Ksh7.5 billion deal to realign the accident-prone Nithi Bridge. China Wu Yi Company Limited has been awarded the contract by the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) following a competitive…
Kenyans now have a chance to weigh in on fresh tax proposals that could directly affect landlords and young job seekers, after the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) announced a public participation exercise on two key draft regulations. The…
SBM Bank Kenya has posted a strong profit before tax of Ksh 246 million for the first quarter of 2026, a sharp jump from Sh12 million recorded in the same period last year, underlining steady progress in its turnaround strategy. The…
Amsons Group is betting big on Kenya’s future, with the Tanzanian conglomerate signalling plans to expand its investments as demand for infrastructure continues to rise. The company’s chief executive, Edha Nahdi, said Kenya offers strong…
Kenya has enacted new 2026 regulations that materially restructure the taxation of residential rental income for resident individuals. The changes remove prior expense deductions, compress compliance timelines and formalize reporting…
Absa Bank Kenya has unveiled a revamped asset financing proposition aimed at deploying KSh 100 billion over the next three years to businesses and individuals. The Absa Bank Asset Finance enhanced offering is designed to improve access to…
Isuzu East Africa has tightened its grip on Kenya’s new vehicle market after selling 2,036 units in the first three months of 2026, maintaining a wide lead over its rivals. Data from the Kenya Motor Industry Association shows that CFAO…
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has opened the door for public input on a fresh set of rules that could change how telecom cables are installed and maintained across the country. In new draft guidelines released for 2026, the…
