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Kenya’s economy hits Ksh. 17.6 Trillion amidst Global headwinds
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Kenya’s economy hits Ksh. 17.6 Trillion amidst Global headwinds

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) has released its dual flagship reports, the 2026 Economic Survey and the 2026 Facts and Figures. Kenya’s economy recorded a real GDP growth of 4.6% in 2025, a marginal cooling from the 4.7%…

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I&M Bank is seeking Ksh. 10B in the corporate bond market in Kenya
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I&M Bank is seeking Ksh. 10B in the corporate bond market in Kenya

The Kenyan capital market is experiencing a significant shift as leading corporations increasingly turn to the domestic debt market to fund expansion. I&M Bank Limited’s recent announcement of a Ksh. 20 billion Medium-Term Note (MTN)…

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Why Kenya Airways still matters despite the turbulence
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Why Kenya Airways still matters despite the turbulence

For years, the headlines surrounding Kenya Airways (KQ) have been dominated by a familiar, somber rhythm: mounting debts, billion-shilling losses, and a chorus of customer complaints echoing across social media. Following a brief…

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Safaricom Fibre’s new reduced FUP is unfair to its customers
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Safaricom Fibre’s new reduced FUP is unfair to its customers

The latest update to Safaricom Home Fibre is a masterclass in this mischievous balancing act. While headlines shout about massive speed upgrades and a 25% discount for new customers, the fine print tells a much darker story for heavy…

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Why Safaricom’s My OneApp needs a PayPal-style web platform
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Why Safaricom’s My OneApp needs a PayPal-style web platform

In April 2026, Safaricom’s digital ecosystem underwent its most radical transformation yet with the mandatory rollout of My OneApp. By merging M-PESA, MySafaricom, and Home Fibre into a single Super App, the telco aimed for ultimate…

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NLC opens public inquiry into historical injustices & land grants
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NLC opens public inquiry into historical injustices & land grants

The National Land Commission (NLC) has officially launched a call for public participation regarding two landmark regulatory frameworks. The Commission is inviting citizens, legal experts, and stakeholders to submit their views on the…

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KNBS seeks to modernize data collection with new Statistics Bill 2026
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KNBS seeks to modernize data collection with new Statistics Bill 2026

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) has officially unveiled the draft Statistics Bill, 2026, marking a significant step toward modernizing the country’s data collection and management systems. The primary objective of the…

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IPOA opens recruitment for new Chairperson
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IPOA opens recruitment for new Chairperson

The Selection Panel for the recruitment of nominees to the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has officially declared a vacancy for the position of Chairperson. The recruitment comes at a critical time for police oversight in…

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KRA is hiring a Deputy Commissioner for Revenue Monitoring
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KRA is hiring a Deputy Commissioner for Revenue Monitoring

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has officially re-advertised a critical executive vacancy. In collaboration with PKF, the authority is searching for a dynamic, high-integrity professional to fill the role of Deputy Commissioner – Revenue…

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CA seeks public input on new 2026 cable infrastructure guidelines
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CA seeks public input on new 2026 cable infrastructure guidelines

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has officially opened a window for public and stakeholder engagement regarding the future of the nation’s digital backbone. In a public notice released recently, the regulator announced the…

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Shiksha Arora & the complex identity of Kenyan Indians
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Shiksha Arora & the complex identity of Kenyan Indians

The history of the Indian community in Kenya is a tapestry of economic success, cultural preservation, and a recurring, uncomfortable friction with the broader national identity. While officially recognized as Kenya’s 44th tribe in 2017,…

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“Nawi” & “Kash Money” win big in the Kalasha Awards 2026
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“Nawi” & “Kash Money” win big in the Kalasha Awards 2026

The 14th edition of the Kalasha International Film and TV Awards recently concluded in a spectacular gala at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), celebrating the crème de la crème of Kenya’s film and television industry.…

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I&M Foundation & GIZ invest Ksh. 230M to support SMEs in Maasai Mara
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I&M Foundation & GIZ invest Ksh. 230M to support SMEs in Maasai Mara

A Ksh. 230 million initiative aimed at improving livelihoods through entrepreneurship is currently being implemented in the Greater Mara Ecosystem. Funded by the I&M Foundation and GIZ via the develoPPP programme, the project is being…

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