- EPRA said the rise in fuel prices was due to “the average landed cost of imported super petrol which increased by 6.45% from US$590.24 per cubic meter in May 2025 to US$628.30 per cubic meter in June 2025; diesel increased by 6.27% from US$580.23 per cubic meter to US$616.59 per cubic meter while…
- Royal Credit Limited, the largest shareholder in Directline Assurance, has rejected attempts by individuals claiming ownership to sell 90% of the company's shares.
- Pan-African digital rights organisation Paradigm Initiative has challenged the Kenyan government to unlock and fully utilize the Universal Service Fund (USF) to bridge digital connectivity gaps in the country, especially in underserved rural communities.
- Kenyans both in the country and living abroad are set to benefit from a new collaboration aimed at simplifying land acquisition, home construction, and financing under a seamless, professional framework.
- Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has strongly defended the government over Monday’s spike in fuel prices, dismissing claims by Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro as misinformed.
- Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir on Wednesday defended the government’s decision to securitize part of the fuel levy, saying it is meant to clear some Ksh.175 billion in pending bills and revive over 580 stalled road projects across the country.
- Kenya must take bolder steps to overhaul its public spending structure and improve financial discipline if it hopes to create more room for investment in critical development projects, the World Bank has advised.
- Super petrol, diesel, and kerosene prices have gone up by Ksh.8.99, Ksh.8.67 and Ksh.9.65 per litre, respectively, in the latest Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) review announced on Monday.
- Branded under the theme “Maisha Fiti, Biz Shwari,” the tour aims to celebrate customer loyalty, drive engagement, and showcase the transformative impact of M-PESA across the country.
- Standard Chartered Bank Kenya and Prudential Life Assurance Kenya on Monday announced a partnership to roll out bancassurance products, supporting affluent and ultra-wealthy clients in their financial, risk, wealth protection, and legacy planning.
- KPLC mentioned that the different tariffs under which consumers are grouped include Lifeline consumers who are codenamed DCL-1, domestic II who are codenamed DC2-O and Domestic III consumers who are codenamed DC3-O.
- Popular mobile game PUBG Mobile has expanded its presence in Africa with the launch of dedicated servers and the introduction of new in-game content inspired by African culture.
- The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has introduced a new rule requiring all imported goods to be accompanied by a Certificate of Origin from the exporting country.
- Pan-African electric mobility company Spiro has been selected for the 2025 Regional Platforms for Climate Projects (RPCP) Pipeline, a global initiative aimed at mobilizing capital for climate-friendly projects in developing countries.
- Solar energy company PowerAll recently hosted a landmark event to officially launch two innovative clean energy brands: Dyness, a global leader in advanced energy storage systems, and Solis, renowned for their high-performance solar inverters.
- The Co-operative Bank of Kenya has deepened its support for the tea sector by partnering with the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) to provide over 260,000 smallholder farmers with access to KES 1.2 billion in mobile-enabled credit solutions.
- High business costs, including expensive electricity and costly business registration, continue to pose challenges for investors in Kenya, a new report by the African Development Bank (AfDB) says.
- The Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ), a major industrial and business hub in the United Arab Emirates, is set to participate in Buildexpo Kenya 2025, scheduled for 16–18 July at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi.
- MyCredit, a leading digital credit provider, has donated Ksh.500,000 to the WEDCO Youth Program in a bid to support vulnerable young Kenyans with essential life skills, entrepreneurship training, and mental health support.
- The plan to upgrade and improve the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is on course, 229 days since President William Ruto announced the cancellation of the Adani airport deal.
- The Kenya Revenue Authority announced a new requirement for all fuel stations to adopt the Electronic Tax Invoice Management System, commonly known as eTIMS, by 30th June 2025.
- The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has declined a request to reserve 60 per cent of transport services for local firms, saying that such a move would violate competition laws.
- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed its Diagnostics Mission to Kenya aimed at identifying governance challenges affecting the country's stability.
- President William Ruto has confirmed the government is listing the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) through an initial public offering (IPO) this year.
- Demand for clean water continues to increase across Kenya with pressure on natural resources aggravated by factors such as population growth and poor resource management .
- Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's flagship company aims to raise 10 billion rupees ($117 million) through the sale of retail bonds, and has filed a draft prospectus for the issue, according to statements on stock exchanges.
- A trade deal cutting tariffs on British exports of automobiles and aerospace equipment to the United States takes effect Monday, as the two sides continue to negotiate over steel duties.
- The shareholders demonstrated strong confidence in the group’s strategic direction and governance during the meeting conducted virtually and attended by shareholders worldwide.
- Kenya has signed a $126.8 million (about Ksh.16.39 billion) concessional loan from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) to finance a new program seeking to improve rural livelihoods and protect natural resources.
- The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) has stepped up efforts to harmonise agricultural trade standards across member states in a push to eliminate non-tariff barriers (NTBs) and enhance cross-border trade in food and horticultural products.
- Africa must shift focus from building digital infrastructure that serves a limited elite to developing scalable systems that include the most vulnerable—particularly women, youth, and informal workers.
- The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) will extend the operating hours of the Kenya Electronic Payment and Settlement System (KEPSS) starting July 1st, this year.
- The conference brought together over 100 stakeholders, including farmers, agribusiness leaders, processors, regulators, and original equipment manufacturers
- The National Assembly Finance Committee has rejected the proposal by the National Treasury to scrap a 15 percent tax incentive for real estate developers and local motor vehicle assemblers in the 2025 Finance Bill.
- Standard Chartered has renewed its focus on supporting Africa’s wealthy to grow, preserve and pass on their fortunes as it positions itself as the financial partner of choice for the continent’s emerging affluent and legacy-minded investors.
- Oil prices jumped and stocks mostly fell Tuesday after President Donald Trump abruptly departed G7 talks, and concerns rose over a possible US intervention.
- Donald Trump's family business licensed its name to launch a U.S. mobile service and a $499 smartphone on Monday, calling it Trump Mobile, in the latest deal brokered by the president's children to capitalize on his last name while he is in office.
- The National Assembly Finance Committee is recommending that Parliament drops the contentious 2025 Finance Bill clause which seeks to give the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) powers to access taxpayers' personal and financial data.
- U.S. power equipment maker GE Vernova and India’s Larsen & Toubro (L&T) have secured a major contract to construct a National System Control Centre (NSCC) for the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO).
- Equity Bank has been recognised as Kenya’s most valuable brand for the second consecutive year, with its brand value increasing by 8% to Ksh.71.3 billion, according to a new report by Brand Finance.
- Experts have raised concerns over the financial strains critical sectors are set to face under the new budget estimates for the 2025/26 financial year.
