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The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has moved to ease market uncertainty by clarifying that its planned retail bond system will be integrated into the existing Dhow Central Depository System (Dhow CDS), rather than creating a new, parallel…
Kenya has successfully concluded a tender offer for its 2028 Eurobond, repurchasing US$628.44 million (Ksh. 81.2 billion) of the notes. This liability management exercise was financed using proceeds from the country’s recent US$1.5 billion…
Kenya has announced a major financial commitment to African led institutions, pledging a total of $150 million (Ksh. 19 billion) to two key multilateral banks. This is part of a strategy to secure long-term, low-cost financing and reduce…
The COMESA Clearing House (CCH) initiative, the Digital Retail Payments Platform (DRPP), has successfully moved into user trials within the Malawi and Zambia payment corridors. The launch of the DRPP took place alongside the conclusion of…
Kenya Power has announced a net profit of Ksh. 24.47 billion for the financial year ended 2025. This is a 18.7% decline from the previous year’s Ksh. 30.08 billion that was declared in a previous period in 2024. The company attributed the…
Kenya is set to establish its first comprehensive regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies after Parliament passed the Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 2025. The landmark legislation, which now awaits presidential assent, positions…
In the world of sport, Kenya Airways (KQ) has cemented a new partnership with the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU), officially becoming the airline partner for the 27th edition of the Safari Sevens rugby tournament in 2025. Speaking at the launch,…
The M-Pesa Foundation is set to build a modern innovation hub at Maseno University with an investment of KES 120 million. This project is designed to boost digital literacy and skills, directly benefiting over 27,000 students at the…
Abdiweli Hassan, the owner of Business Bay Square Mall (BBS Mall), is set to construct a massive 60-acre mixed-use development at Tatu City Special Economic Zone ( Tatu City SEZ). The project is valued at over Ksh. 65 billion. The…
The NBO Film Festival is set for the return of its 7th edition, running from October 16th to 27th, 2025. This year’s festival will once again transform Nairobi into a hub for cinematic excellence, celebrating powerful Kenyan and African…
The Kilifi Creek Festival is a celebration of cinema, storytelling, and cultural heritage in Kilifi Creek in coastal Kenya. The 2025 Kilifi Creek Festival will be on October 11-18 and will feature screenings and events in innovative…
Arthur Oginga, Group CEO of Old Mutual Group, has been appointed to the inaugural Africa Natural Capital Alliance (ANCA) Governing Council. Equity Group CEO James Mwangi was also appointed. He joins a powerful coalition of African leaders…
Khaligraph Jones and Fathermoh will headline the official Safari Sevens Afterparty this weekend at the Nyayo National Stadium. The afterparty, powered by Tusker, will run across Saturday, October 11th, and Sunday, October 12th, offering…
Every October, Customer Service Week reminds us that service isn’t just about processes – it’s about people. This year’s theme, Mission: Possible, speaks directly to our reality: every customer interaction is a chance to build trust,…
Despite ongoing investments in technology and steady premium growth, insurance penetration in Kenya remains low, stuck between 2.3 and 2.4 percent of GDP. These figures have barely moved in recent years, pointing to deeper structural…
The most powerful solutions to complex challenges are often those that are localized, sustainable, and empowering. Nowhere is this clearer than in Kenya’s Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs), which stand as a persistent battleground against…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is undertaking a significant digital transformation by introducing Stationless Personal Identification Number (PIN) Service Delivery. This initiative aims to decouple taxpayer services from specific…
WaterConnect, the project development company founded by Water.org, has achieved a milestone by signing its inaugural development agreement. This deal will advance the €93 million Naivasha Special Economic Zone (SEZ) and Domestic Bulk…
Airtel Kenya has launched an experiential customer care hub at Sarit Centre in Nairobi. The new hub is designed to allow customers to engage directly with Airtel’s products and services. The Sarit Centre hub offers an immersive experience…
On World Sight Day, groundbreaking research, the Value of Vision report, has revealed that a small investment in eye health could yield massive economic returns for Kenya. Implementing six simple, cost-effective eye health priorities, such…
112 women, aged 18-35, have been shortlisted from over 200 applicants to compete in the Absa Bank Kenya-GirlCode Women-in-Tech Hackathon. The competition this year is themed “Future-Proofing Africa: Innovation at the Intersection of…
Over 400 business leaders, investors, and policymakers are gathered in Kampala this week for the 3rd Stanbic East Africa Business Summit, the premier platform dedicated to unlocking the region’s full economic potential through intensified…
‘Networking’, a word when used today derives a rich man’s tongue, when in essence it’s been there since the days of old. Remember barter trade? When our great-grands used to camp near trade routes to exchange goods and services without the…
The highly anticipated documentary, How To Build A Library (HTBAL), is set for its Kenyan homecoming. After an acclaimed world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, the film will open Kenya’s largest cinematic event, the NBO Film…
