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Inflation increases for second month in a row, KNBS says
"This implies that the general price level was 6.6 per cent higher in August 2026 than it was in August 2025,"…
EABL tightens supply chains as illicit trade grows
Kenya's alcohol industry is facing pressure from a growing illicit market that is taking a large share of alco…
Why Kenya's clean electricity is expensive
Kenya has built one of the world's greenest electricity systems, powered by geothermal steam, rushing rivers a…
Ivory Coast home-hunters' saga highlights Africa housing crunch
For months, Veronique and Faustin Kla have looked for a home in Abidjan, tired of juggling their finances in t…
Kenya's China debt drops 19pc as World Bank exposure surges to Sh1.7 trillion
Kenya's outstanding debt to China has fallen 19 per cent from its 2021 peak following a landmark currency conv…
Kenyan tax expert explains when KRA can freeze your business cash, accounts: What owners can do
KRA's agency notices can disrupt businesses' liquidity. Tax consultant Fred Gitonga outlines strategies to nav…
Fix supply chains to unlock manufacturing potential, stakeholders urged
Kenya must embrace Artificial Intelligence to raise productivity, expand manufacturing and position the countr…
Tax expert breaks down KRA's bad debt tax deductions: What Kenyan business owners must know
Kenya's KRA sets strict conditions for deductible bad debts. Tax consultant Fred Gitonga of Stalwart Taxation …
SMEs urged to embrace green energy
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) have been urged to adopt green energy solutions to reduce their production…
Regional units now grow into Kenyan banks' new golden goose
Kenyan banks are posting record half-year profits, but the engine of growth is increasingly located beyond the…
Aga Khan Fund leads Jubilee's Sh145m interim dividend as half-year profit rises 13pc
Jubilee Holdings Ltd shareholders are set to receive an interim dividend of Sh145 million for the half-year en…
Oga Obinna reacts as YouTube asks for his KRA PIN as taxing of earnings commences
Oga Obinna reveals a new Google AdSense email mandating Kenyan YouTube creators to submit their KRA PIN by 1 O…
How delayed standards harmonisation threatens Africa's trade ambitions
Delays in adopting and implementing harmonised standards are slowing intra-African trade by forcing businesses…
State denies harassment claims of small LPG traders
Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi has dismissed claims by some opposition leaders of a deliberate government campaign to…
George Ruto shares how investing in clothing business paved way for his matatu venture
In a candid quickfire Q&A with Swahilipot FM, George Ruto shares insights on business lessons, personal traits…
William Ruto's wealthy friend Wicknell Chivayo flaunts his posh Harare mansion with high end cars
Zimbabwean billionaire Wicknell Chivayo showcases his lavish Harare estate and luxury car collection, includin…
Donald Trump announces US majority control of Venezuela’s over 65b barrel oil reserves
US president Donald Trump has announced a major oil agreement with Venezuela, claiming the United States will …
Kenya calls for united African front against costly debt
Kenya has called on African nations to unite and negotiate as one bloc, arguing the continent pays $75 billion…
Nairobi Expressway announces jobs for toll attendants, how to apply
The Nairobi Expressway has announced job opportunities for toll attendants, offering eligible Kenyans a chance…
International oil prices decline ahead of EPRA's fuel review
Murban crude oil prices fell to KSh 10,582.48 per barrel on Thursday, August 27, down from KSh 10,968.36 on Au…
NTSA explains how vehicle owners can access eLogbook within a day
NTSA has explained how Kenyan motorists can access their eLogbook within a day, making it easier to obtain and…
Donald Trump's administration restricts internships for Kenyans, other international students
The Donald Trump administration has introduced new restrictions affecting internships for Kenyan and other int…
Kenya's domestic debt hits KSh 7.67t as govt borrows from households, other sources
Kenya’s domestic debt has hit a record KSh7.67t, highlighting the government’s growing reliance on local borro…
How Kenyan shilling is performing against EAC currencies after foreign exchange reserves decline
Following the decline in Kenya’s forex reserves, this analysis looks at how the shilling is performing against…
Kenya's forex reserves drop by KSh 28b, shilling remains stable against US dollar
Kenya’s foreign exchange reserves have declined for the fourth consecutive week, falling by USD 221 million (K…
Inside Kaat’s journey to build skincare brand for Africans
Kaat is building a skincare brand focused on meeting the needs of African consumers, offering products designe…
State-backed Gulf Energy bags Sh93.68b oil storage deal
KPC has signed a 25-year crude oil storage and handling deal projected to generate Sh93.68 billion, raising co…
KRA explains how Kenyans can identify fake drinks amid the influx of counterfeit beverages
Verify the authenticity of alcoholic beverages with KRA's Soma Label app. Track and trace genuine products usi…
Africa races online as experts warn of cyber skills gap
As African countries put more services online, cybersecurity experts are warning that the continent needs more…
How data is reshaping Africa's fast-moving consumer goods industry
Africa's fast-moving consumer goods industry is turning increasingly to data to understand consumers, respond …
Canada lists 10 Express Entry skilled worker categories eligible for Kenyans, Africans
Canada has identified ten Express Entry categories targeting skilled workers to help address labour shortages …
Govt increases entry-level salary for Kenyan police officers by 36%, adjusts other ranks
President Ruto announces a police salary review, raising entry-level pay to KSh 29,360, alongside new uniforms…
Kenyans applying for UK visas: 10 tips to avoid rejection, increase chances of success
Kenyan visa applicants face a 15% rejection rate due to documentation errors. Discover the key reasons for ref…
List of Kenya Police Service ranks, their salaries and allowances
Kenya’s police ranks determine the salaries and allowances earned by officers in the National Police Service. …
Nairobi traders close businesses, march to KRA offices protesting new KSh 3.2m cargo rate
Traders in Nairobi CBD shut down businesses on August 28, 2026, protesting KRA's 28% customs fee hike, sparkin…
Nalitex: Owner of company set to supply new Kenyan police uniforms at KSh 25k per pair
Nalitex has emerged as the company set to supply new uniforms for Kenya’s police officers at a reported cost o…
NTSA names 4 things Kenyan motorists should check before driving
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has outlined four important safety checks Kenyan motorists …
Nyeri residents reject proposed multibillion cement factory in Kieni: "Italeta vumbi"
Residents of Kieni, Nyeri County, have opposed plans to establish a multibillion-shilling cement factory in th…
KRA clarifies KSh 3.2m minimum rate rule for small-scale cargo consolidation
KRA addresses small-scale traders' concerns over the revised minimum yield of KSh 3.2 million, clarifying its …
Kenya's debt pile hits Sh13 trillion as borrowing draws scrutiny
Kenya faces a deep financial crisis as public debt hit Sh13.08 trillion in June, raising concern from both ove…