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As the countdown to the 2027 elections gathers pace, political mobilisers are already rallying support for their preferred candidates. Yet, the women who help build political support at the grassroots often remain invisible, even as they…
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has lauded the launch of Africa Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA), saying it will strengthen the continent’s financial architecture and expand capacity to generate credible, independent analysis of…
Siaya County Referral Hospital is undergoing expansion to increase its capacity to 500 beds, with new operating theatres, an intensive care unit and diagnostic facilities being installed as part of the project. Principal Secretary for…
SACCOs (Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies) have continued to expand their digital credit offerings despite increasing competition from commercial banks and other digital credit providers licensed by the Central Bank of Kenya(CBK).…
Uchumi is a speculative counter, not built primarily on fundamentals or long-term valuation. It is built around trend, momentum and market behaviour. The strategy is simple: Buy when the retailer’s share price is down and the counter is…
Copia is one of Kenya’s online startups, which begun its origins during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in Kenya, has gone into liquidation, its tombstone reading like: Here lies one of the biggest startups to crash. It joins a long…
Leading African commercial law firm Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH) has launched its Labour Laws in Africa 2026 Guide, a new resource designed to help businesses navigate employment regulations across 20 African jurisdictions. The guide comes…
NCBA Group has lost Eric Muriuki, where he ran the LOOP digital banking business, to join Absa Group as Managing Executive for Pan-African Growth Strategy, Platforms and Digital Ventures. LOOP Digital Financial Services was NCBA’s neobank,…
Equity Group CEO Dr James Mwangi has been appointed to the 20-member South-North Commission on Development, established by the German government to reshape international development cooperation and financing beyond 2030. Mwangi is one of…
Equity Group Holdings Group Managing Director and CEO Dr James Mwangi has been appointed to the South-North Commission on Development, an international body tasked with rethinking how the Global North and South work together on…
The Africa Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA) has been launched by the African Union(AU) in Mauritius, marking a significant step in Africa’s attempt to develop a more locally grounded assessment of sovereign and corporate credit risk. The…
Airtel Africa has reiterated its commitment to delivering an unmatched experience to its 183.5 million customers through continuous investment in its network, advanced technologies and strategic partnerships to further expand its coverage…
Commercial law firm Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH) has launched Labour Laws in Africa 2026 Guide, highlighting the growing use of artificial intelligence and workplace technology. The guide examines major aspects of the employment lifecycle…
Actress, model and content creator Trisha Khalid is the new celebrity co-host of Hello Mr. Right Kenya, joining Dr. Ofweneke and relationship expert Getrude Mungai as the Star Times backed dating show launches its fifth season. Ms. Khalid…
Wastewater management in Kenya needs to move beyond simply disposing of sewage to finding smarter and more sustainable ways of treating and managing it. That is the view of Eric Lawrence, Operations Manager at Zheron Waste Tech Ltd, which…
Britam Asset Managers has launched two special funds that will give local investors access to global equities and a broader range of local and international assets as Kenya’s investment industry continues to expand. The Britam Enhanced…
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has backed Kenya’s response to its first imported Ebola case, as health officials race to identify everyone who may have come into contact with the patient before his death. WHO Director-General Dr…
Kenya’s borrowing environment will remain largely unchanged after the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) decided to leave its key interest rate at 8.75 per cent. The decision means the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has now held the Central Bank…
Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has resigned from his leadership position within the Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya Coalition. In a statement issued on Wednesday evening Kenyatta said his main role was to help guide the Azimio leadership while…
Turaco has promoted Cedrick Todwell to Chief Commercial Officer, Africa, as the microinsurance company steps up expansion across the continent and Asia. Todwell, who joined the company in 2024, took up the new role on October 1 and will…
Momentum grows for agricultural equipment and mechanization firm, Case IH, as CFAO Group gives its CFAO Mobility Kenya Limited the greenlight to take over local management starting October 1, 2026. The transition is expected to strengthen…
Kenya Airways has said a passenger died on board their flight from Nairobi to Lagos on Tuesday, October 7, a few minutes before landing. In a statement issued on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, the national carrier said the incident occurred…
World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) President Witold Bańka concluded a three-day visit to Kenya, meeting government officials, sports administrators, and athletes to reinforce the nation’s anti-doping framework. The Polish former athlete who…
Kenya is preparing a financial response to Ebola after confirming its first imported case, with the government working to mobilise over Ksh 70 billion for surveillance, treatment and containment. The National Treasury has set aside Ksh 2.6…
