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There will be no changes at the fuel pump this month after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) retained the current prices of Super Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene for the next 30 days. The regulator announced on Tuesday, July…
NSE (Nairobi Securities Exchange) Market Activity hit by pause to breath this Tuesday after Monday’s broad-based rally. While most indices closed marginally lower, trading activity at the NSE strengthened significantly, suggesting that…
Investors are turning their attention to refurbishing older commercial buildings as environmental, social and governance considerations drive investment decisions in Kenya’s commercial property market.
The report shows that affluent investors are reducing the proportion of wealth allocated to primary and secondary homes in favour of assets that offer stronger income generation, liquidity and long term resilience.
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced the licensing of new 25 Digital Credit Providers (DCPs). This brings the number of licensed DCPs to 252 following the licensing of 32 DCPs announced in April 2026. CBK says it has received more…
The government has assured Kenyans that the country’s fuel supply remains secure despite escalating tensions in the Middle East, saying strategic measures have insulated the local market from global supply disruptions and helped maintain…
The National Infrastructure Fund, Kenya’s flagship infrastructure investment institution established to mobile long term domestic and international capital into commercially viable and strategic projects, has begun recruiting the Fund’s…
Kenya is considering repurchasing up to US$500 million of its outstanding Eurobonds while simultaneously issuing new dollar-denominated debt to finance the transaction. While at first glance, this may appear contradictory—borrowing to…
Thousands of students admitted to Kenya’s public universities can now apply for government scholarships and student loans after the Universities Fund officially opened applications for the 2026-27 academic year under the country’s…
For thousands of Kenyan students, studying in the United Kingdom remains one of the most attractive pathways to earning a globally recognised qualification, building an international career and accessing world-class research and…
First Assurance has been recognised in four separate categories at the annual Think Business Insurance Awards, securing two top honours and two runner-up placements. The annual Think Business Insurance Awards serve as a primary benchmark…
Kenya’s rugby season is about to come alive as the SportPesa National Rugby 7s Circuit 2026 kicks off on 25th July in Nakuru, marking the beginning of an exciting six-legged journey across the country.
The biggest threat to your finances is not always a low salary. Sometimes, it is a higher one. As many young professionals earn more, they also begin spending more. The apartment gets bigger, weekends become pricier and little luxuries…
The death toll from violent clashes on Sunday near St Stephen’s ACK Cathedral in Kisumu has risen to two after one of the injured victims died in hospital, authorities have confirmed. The victims suffered multiple stab wounds during…
The national government has asked the High Court to temporarily stop the hearing of a landmark petition questioning how Kenya accumulated and managed more than Ksh 6.9 trillion in public debt, arguing that the matter is already being…
The World Bank has warned that Kenya’s heavy reliance on borrowing to finance economic growth is no longer creating enough quality jobs and is instead placing increasing pressure on the country’s private sector, which it says should be the…
Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Dr. Raymond Omollo has hailed the enactment of the Sovereign Wealth Fund Act, saying the new law will ensure revenues generated from Kenya’s natural resources are…
Kenya on Friday marked National Reading Day 2026 with a ceremony at the Kenya National Library Service (KNLS) Headquarters – Maktaba Kuu – reaffirming the country’s commitment to building a strong reading culture and promoting lifelong…
Samsung Electronics on Saturday unveiled its 2026 television line up in Kenya, introducing its new Mini LED TV range. The new range is designed to deliver brighter pictures, richer colours, larger immersive screens and smarter AI-powered…
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding critical transport infrastructure with the revival of the Dhogoye Bridge project in Usenge, Siaya County, saying the crossing will improve connectivity, boost regional trade and…
The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has defended the Ksh 8.3 billion infrastructure project at the Port of Mombasa following criticism that the amount being spent is too high for what has been described as a road construction project. KPA says…
(NSE), the Nairobi Securities Exchange extended its correction for a second consecutive trading session, with all major indices closing lower. The decline was led by large-cap blue-chip counters, particularly within the banking sector, as…
Safaricom is set to undergo significant corporate changes following Vodacom’s increase in ownership to 55%, with shareholders expected to vote on the revised Articles of Association at the company’s AGM on 31st July 2026. Safaricom…
When Florence Mumbi gave birth under difficult circumstances, her future seemed uncertain. Recovering from childbirth while struggling to provide for her family, she had the determination to rebuild her life but lacked the one thing many…
