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CBK raises Ksh. 30B in over-subscribed 30-year bond auction
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CBK raises Ksh. 30B in over-subscribed 30-year bond auction

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has signaled continued investor confidence in long-term government securities, successfully raising Ksh 30.06 billion in its latest treasury bond auction. The results, released by the Directorate of…

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List of CBK licensed digital loan companies in Kenya – April 2026
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List of CBK licensed digital loan companies in Kenya – April 2026

In April 2026, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) reached a significant milestone in financial regulation by granting licenses to an additional 32 Digital Credit Providers (DCPs). This latest cohort brings the total number of regulated…

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Why Safaricom’s My OneApp is leaving the diaspora behind
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Why Safaricom’s My OneApp is leaving the diaspora behind

When Safaricom unveiled My OneApp at the recent Decode 4.0 event, the vision was clear: a super app that seamlessly merges M-PESA and Safaricom services into a single, sleek interface. For users in Kenya, it appeared on their screens like…

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CBK licenses 32 more digital loan companies
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CBK licenses 32 more digital loan companies

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has further solidified its oversight of the financial technology sector, announcing the licensing of 32 additional Digital Credit Providers (DCPs) as of April 14, 2026. This move brings the total number of…

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New CBK draft policy targets predatory lending & data misuse
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New CBK draft policy targets predatory lending & data misuse

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has officially opened the floor for public discourse on the Draft Financial Consumer Protection Framework. With the deadline for submissions set for April 28, 2026, the framework arrives at a critical…

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Madica expands portfolio with 3 new African pre-seed investments
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Madica expands portfolio with 3 new African pre-seed investments

Madica has announced new investments in three tech-enabled ventures i.e. Kilimo Fresh, Hakimu, and Biovana. Each startup has secured up to $200,000 in funding and will enter Madica’s 18-month acceleration program. The selected startups…

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Tech reforms that should be adopted by IEBC ahead of 2027 elections
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Tech reforms that should be adopted by IEBC ahead of 2027 elections

As Kenya transitions toward the 2027 General Election, the technology used to manage the Register of Voters (RoV) by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, (IEBC) remains both its greatest asset and its most scrutinized…

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Duncan Kung’u wins the Ruiru Sports Club Captain’s Prize 2026
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Duncan Kung’u wins the Ruiru Sports Club Captain’s Prize 2026

The Ruiru Sports Club was a hive of activity this past weekend as a massive field of 334 golfers converged for the prestigious Captain’s Prize 2026. Amidst the high-stakes atmosphere, Duncan Kung’u rose above the competition to be crowned…

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Why we must finally decolonize the Kenya Police Service
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Why we must finally decolonize the Kenya Police Service

For many Kenyans, the sight of a police uniform does not evoke a sense of safety; it evokes a sense of dread. This collective anxiety is not accidental, nor is it merely the result of a few bad apples. Instead, it is the predictable…

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KDIC invites public input on 2026 insurance rules & coverage limits
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KDIC invites public input on 2026 insurance rules & coverage limits

The Kenya Deposit Insurance Corporation (KDIC) has officially launched a nationwide public participation exercise to reshape the country’s financial safety net. In a public notice released this week, the Corporation invited Kenyans and…

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PCF begins compensation payouts for Trident Insurance claimants
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PCF begins compensation payouts for Trident Insurance claimants

The Policyholders Compensation Fund (PCF) has officially launched the compensation process for policyholders and claimants of Trident Insurance Company Limited. The insurer, which is currently under statutory management, has left a wake of…

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WASREB announces search for new Chief Executive Officer
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WASREB announces search for new Chief Executive Officer

The Water Services Regulatory Board (WASREB), Kenya’s primary regulator for water and sanitation services, has officially declared a vacancy for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The role demands a leader capable of…

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KRA announces search for a new Commissioner General
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KRA announces search for a new Commissioner General

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has declared a vacancy for the position of Commissioner General, seeking a to steer the institution through its next phase of technological and structural evolution. As the Chief Executive Officer and a…

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