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It usually starts with good intentions and a fresh burst of motivation. One small hustle turns into another, then another, until your life looks like a timetable that forgot to include rest. You are replying to clients at odd hours,…
(EAPCC)East African Portland Cement Company, a listed cement maker that is majority owned by Kalahari Cement, swung back to profitability, with net earnings rising 377% to KSh 5.53 billion. While Kenya’s consumption cement fell 7.94% in…
Safaricom tightened its grip on Kenya’s telecommunications sector in the first three months of 2026 after attracting millions of new subscribers and extending its lead over rivals in mobile, internet and mobile money services. New data…
South African banks are at the forefront of African lenders seeking for a foothold in Kenya’s lucrative banking business. A similar zeal is being displayed by West African lenders-led by Nigerian banks with Zenith as the latest entry after…
See the dates for all 380 matches for the new season starting from 21 August 2026. The 2026/27 Premier League fixtures have been released and the dates of all 380 matches are below. Defending champions Arsenal will kick off the 2026/27…
The University of Nairobi has once again been ranked as Kenya’s best and most prominent university, according to the 2026 uniRank country rankings. The latest uniRank assessment places Strathmore University second and Kenyatta University…
Vibo Africa Launches Pan-African Humanitarian Award in Honor of Wangari MaathaiVibo Africa has moved to shake up the continent with a new Pan-African initiative aiming to shine a light on Africa’s unsung heroes as well as bestow glistening…
Women comprise the majority of the latest intake of refugee and displaced entrepreneurs selected for the Amahoro Fellowship Programme, with 24 out of 41 fellows being female. The Amahoro Fellowship supports refugee and displaced…
Within the space of just two months, TECNO has released both the SPARK 50 Pro and the SPARK 50 5G, intensifying its push into the fiercely competitive budget smartphone segment. Priced to appeal to entry-level and lower-midrange buyers,…
The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has announced the launch of Options on Single Stock Futures (SSF) contracts for: Safaricom PLC (SCOM) KCB Group PLC Equity Group Holdings PLC (EQTY) Co-operative Bank of Kenya (COOP) I&M Holdings PLC…
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has announced a temporary ban on new licenses for public transport operators across Kenya for 24 months, in a bid to tackle chronic road safety failures, illegal operations and systemic…
A spontaneous champagne explosion at a French race track six decades ago has evolved into one of the most valuable and recognizable traditions in global sports marketing. Moët & Chandon and Formula 1 are marking the 60th anniversary of the…
A strong appetite for government debt pushed the latest Treasury bill auction above expectations, with the government raising Ksh 35.74 billion against an offer of Ksh 24 billion, according to data released by the Central Bank of Kenya on…
President William Ruto has directed all public institutions in Kenya to implement a strict merit-based hiring and promotion process for civil servants, signalling a new strategy to boost government efficiency and weed out underperformers.…
The CBK Agriculture Sector Survey has revealed a sharp rise in the number of farmers relying on buyers of farm produce for financing, highlighting the growing importance of value-chain lending in Kenya’s agricultural sector. According to…
Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Dr. Raymond Omollo has called on Kenyans to exercise their constitutional rights peacefully and responsibly, warning that violence, destruction of property and…
As financial institutions across Africa grapple with climate risks, changing consumer expectations and growing demands for corporate accountability, Britam is positioning sustainability not as a compliance requirement but as a core…
Airtel Money and KCB Bank have today unveiled a partnership that will enable Airtel Money customers to deposit and withdraw cash at the over 22,000 KCB Agents across the country. The collaboration is expected to deepen financial inclusion…
The MasterCard SME Confidence Index is a multi-market study that captures the sentiment, priorities and growth outlook of SMEs across Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Kenya Power, through its Institute of Energy Studies and Research (IESR), has rolled out a wildlife protection project to safeguard birds of prey and other animals from electrocution. The project will be implemented along sections of the…
The government has defended the proposed modernization and expansion of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), saying the project is critical to maintaining Kenya’s position as East Africa’s leading aviation hub and will significantly…
The American Chamber of Commerce Kenya (AmCham Kenya) has appointed Paul Muthaura as Chief Executive Officer, effective 17th June, 2026.
Vivo Energy Kenya, the distributor of Shell products and services, has announced plans to deliver a “customer appreciation offer tomorrow,” with the premium Shell V-Power priced at the same price as the Shell FuelSave Unleaded.
The health sector is among the biggest winners in the 2026/27 budget after the government increased its allocation by KSh39.1 billion to KSh177.2 billion, signaling a renewed commitment to Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and strengthening…
