- Hello and welcome to the Money News Roundup Newsletter. Today, we are covering the drop in bank lending rates, increased electricity prices, and a new directive allowing Kenyans to wear sports jerseys to work.
- At Money254, we know that planning your weekly shopping can make a big difference when every shilling counts. That’s why we’ve put together a Weekly Price Tracker — comparing the lowest prices for 10 basic household items across four major supermarkets: Carrefour, Naivas, Quickmart, and Chandarana…
- From exploring ancient forts to encountering wildlife and splashing in water parks, Mombasa's outdoor gems provide a wide range of activities perfect for families and thrill-seekers.
- Hello and welcome to the Money News Roundup Newsletter. Today, we’re covering Kenya’s warning to Tanzania over a trade dispute, President Ruto’s call to President Suluhu, and the risk of Kenya losing assets over the Talanta bond.
- Kenya’s smartphone market is buzzing with options that promise style, speed, and value for money. Customers are often left spoiled for choice. Having the right smartphone matters in 2025. Whether you’re a small business owner, a social media content creator, or you just need to get connected. Here…
- I am a young, new teacher, C2, with a monthly remuneration of not less than 46k. I am finishing our family house. Now I am stuck at options, all geared towards buying a family car (budget 800k), land (budget 200k), and creating a passive income share (budget 200K).
- Today, we’re covering how emails and WhatsApp chats exposed top steel firms for price fixing. We also have the latest updates on the investigations into airline fare refunds.
- At Money254, we know that planning your weekly shopping can make a big difference when every shilling counts. That’s why we’ve put together a Weekly Price Tracker — comparing the lowest prices for 10 basic household items across four major supermarkets: Carrefour, Naivas, Quickmart, and Chandarana…
- Hello and welcome to the Money News Roundup newsletter. Today we’re covering President Ruto’s contradiction of CS Mbadi’s stance on education funding, as well as concerns about schools facing closure over capitation cuts.
- Today, we’re covering the planned job cuts and satellite campus closures in universities. We also cover the latest trends in the real estate sector in Nairobi.
- Data by real estate firm, HassConsult, for Q2 of 2025 shows that Nairobi suburbs beat satellite towns in land price gains for the first time in 5 years.
- Hello and welcome to the Money News Roundup Newsletter. Today, we’re covering the continued delay by the World Bank in disbursing Ksh97 billion to Kenya, a newly approved bill that exempts taxes on disaster relief imports, and President Ruto’s announcement on listing Kenya Pipeline on the NSE.
- Today, we’re covering the government's explanation on why it could not subsidize the July pump prices. We also cover the questions raised on CBK's cash printing tender and eCitizen funds.
- Today, we’re covering the auction of 58 saccos that have defaulted on KUSCCO loans. We also cover the cancellation of the Kiambu Road tender and the auditor's concern for NTSA.
- Initially, Maths was to be optional for students who picked the Arts & Sports and Social Sciences; however, that was reviewed, with some form of Maths set to be introduced for the students.
- At Money254, we know that planning your weekly shopping can make a big difference when every shilling counts. That’s why we’ve put together a Weekly Price Tracker — comparing the lowest prices for 10 basic household items across four major supermarkets: Carrefour, Naivas, Quickmart, and Chandarana…
- Money Market Funds (MMFs) continue to be a preferred investment choice for Kenyans looking for stability, liquidity, and better returns than traditional savings accounts. However, in May 2025, the trend of declining MMF yields persisted.
- In June, net returns for Money Market Funds (MMFs) continued to decline owing to a number of market factors, including the continued decline of interest rates for Treasury Bills.
- Hello and welcome to the Money News Roundup. Today, we’re covering the Court of Appeal’s ruling in a case where a man borrowed Ksh7 million from a friend—only for the interest to balloon the debt to Ksh69 billion—and why Kenyans will now pay Ksh32,000 more when applying for US visas.
- We are covering the arrest of a Treasury intern who collected Ksh10 million from Kenyans by operating an illegal paybill. We also cover the Expansion of the Token-Based Model for cooking gas cylinders.
- A market valuation for your car could be Ksh1 million, and the forced sale value could be Ksh700k - meaning the maximum loan amount you can qualify for with Umba Logbook Loan would be Ksh490k (70% financing). The monthly interest rates for the Umba logbook loan start at 2.5%, sitting on the lower…
- Hello and welcome to the Money News Roundup Newsletter, where we are covering the fuel securitisation debate as well as the tolling of the Rironi–Mau Summit Road.
- Naivas is a shortened word for Naivasha - a town in Nakuru County where the retail chain was started. The family business has been in operation for 35 years.
- Naivas is a shortened word for Naivasha - a town in Nakuru County where the retail chain was started. The family business has been in operation for 35 years.
- If successful, the government would focus solely on building the railway infrastructure—including tracks and terminals—while private investors (either companies or a consortium) would purchase locomotives, passenger coaches, and freight wagons.
- In Kenya, Money Market Funds have gained popularity as a preferred investment option due to their unique features and benefits. This article explores the key features of Money Market Funds in Kenya and offers insights into the considerations investors should keep in mind when venturing into this…
