09 June 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, June 9 -The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) is pushing for the swift enactment of a proposed amendment bill that seeks to empower the agency to regulate the fast-evolving digital markets, with a keen focus on digital lending…
09 June 2025
- The Public Procurement Administrative Review Board ruled that termination of the procurement proceedings was illegal.
09 June 2025
- In the wake of the CBEX scandal that swindled trillions of naira from unsuspecting Nigerians, concerns are mounting that another Ponzi scheme may be unfolding, this time under the guise of a meme coin known as Punisher Coin ($PUN).
09 June 2025
- In the wake of the CBEX scandal that swindled trillions of naira from unsuspecting Nigerians, concerns are mounting that another Ponzi scheme may be unfolding, this time under the guise of a meme coin known as Punisher Coin ($PUN).
09 June 2025
- ROME, June 9 (Xinhua) — The overall FAO Food Price Index dropped by 0.8 percent in May, with global prices for vegetable oils and sugar declining sharply, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations reported on Friday. Prices…
09 June 2025
- MIGORI, Kenya, Jun 9 – The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO) has energized the Awendo–Isebania (Masaba) Transmission Line to improve electricity reliability and supply stability across Migori County and the broader South Nyanza…
09 June 2025
- Some select groups of people from the 12 countries affected by President Trump’s travel ban may still be allowed entry into the United States.
09 June 2025
- If you feel like everyday essentials are getting harder to afford, you're definitely not alone. In recent years, the state of the economy has left many Kenyans worried about the rising cost of living, especially when it comes to food.
09 June 2025
- Russia and the Republic of Congo have enjoyed a growing relationship in recent years, which appears to be strengthening, as evidenced by a recent agreement between the two countries, spearheaded by Russian President Vladimir Putin.
09 June 2025
- SEOUL, June 9 (Xinhua) — South Korea’s jobless claims fell in four months due to weaker demand in health and welfare, public administration, and lodging and eatery industries, government data showed Monday. The number of new applicants for job-seeking…
09 June 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, June 9 – A newly published report has revealed that Kenya is losing billions annually due to a surge in black-market cigarette sales, now comprising a staggering 37 percent of the nation’s tobacco trade. The report, compiled by global…
09 June 2025
- Uganda is pursuing strategic, inclusive, and sustainable development by investing in key sectors, innovation, energy, and human capital—amplifying its role in Africa’s future. “With our natural and human resources, we aim to drive innovation,…
09 June 2025
- The United States has expanded its commercial presence across Africa, with recent trade data revealing the top ten African nations importing the largest volumes of U.S. goods in 2024.
09 June 2025
- By Peter Odhengo JUNE 9 – Kenya has quietly notched a milestone in the fight against climate change. All 47 counties have passed laws supporting climate action and ring-fencing funds in their annual budgets, marking a decisive shift from policy intent…
09 June 2025
- Residents say the project will lead to environmental degradation of the area.
09 June 2025
- JUNE 9 – A new round of talks aimed at resolving a trade war between the US and China is set take place in London on Monday. US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that a senior US delegation would meet Chinese representatives. Over the weekend…
09 June 2025
- DAR ES SALAAM, June 9 (Xinhua) — The East African Community (EAC) is actively promoting the region as a single, unified tourism destination, the regional bloc announced in a statement issued late Saturday. The announcement was made during Karibu-…
09 June 2025
- Pioneering a Sustainable Energy Economy By embracing compressed natural gas (CNG), Nigeria is charting a sustainable path to energy independence, economic growth, and environmental responsibility Nigeria holds one of the world’s most valuable energy…
09 June 2025
- Hello and welcome to the Money News Roundup. Today, we’re covering the Kenya Revenue Authority’s (KRA) justification for the tripling of import taxes under the new CRSP system, Taxman’s new chatbot, and a breakdown of Kenya's biggest money market funds…
08 June 2025
- The KRA said last November it was witnessing a trend where companies are trimming average gross monthly pay for employees, while others are increasingly tapping tax refunds to offset payroll taxes.
08 June 2025
- The Uasin Gishu overseas education program, once hailed as a pathway for Kenyan students to study in Canada and Finland, has imploded into a courtroom scandal involving alleged misappropriation of over KSh 1.1 billion ($8.5 million USD) with…
08 June 2025
- Stakeholders in the country’s government and business sectors gathered at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) on June 2 to discuss how best to build a competitive financial system that can intermediate in capital flows across the region. JSE Group…
08 June 2025
- The insurer has disclosed the deal in the latest annual report, explaining that the acquisition was through its wholly-owned subsidiary—Britam Life Assurance Company (Kenya).
08 June 2025
- Millions of contraceptives intended to support women across Africa are reportedly sitting idle in warehouses and are at risk of being destroyed due to delays and funding cuts from the United States government.
08 June 2025
- The taxman said the Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP)—the base price used to determine duty payable on each unit—has not been adjusted since 2019.
08 June 2025
- The judge declared that the owners had no good title/interest over their respective plots and were a nullity.
08 June 2025
- JUNE 8 – Kenya is gearing up to celebrate the 2025 Africa Public Service Day (APSD) from June 10 to 12 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), Nairobi, with innovation at the heart of this year’s agenda. Organised by the Ministry of…
08 June 2025
- The employment court had declared in part "d" of its judgment of December 10, 2021 that the memo was null and void and of no legal force.
08 June 2025
- Kenya's main legislation on donor donations is the Health Act of 2017, which establishes the legal framework for the removal, use, and transplantation of human organs and tissues.
08 June 2025
- The tender was advertised early this year and was for the provision of comprehensive group medical insurance cover for the KWS board of trustees and staff (policies for years 2025/2026...
08 June 2025
- Absa noted that cyber security threats continue to require keen vigilance and continuous investments to protect the bank and its stakeholders from cyber criminals.
08 June 2025
- The multinational said it will not be forcefully taking over the shares of the small shareholders in the Kenyan unit despite the option being triggered by its shareholder rising to 71.47 percent.
08 June 2025
- KQ’s total loans stood at Sh142.7 billion by the end of 2024, up from Sh141 billion a year earlier, mainly due to accrued interest on government and aircraft loans.
08 June 2025
- In the Kenyan study, more than half of the young patients admitted with ACS had a family history of premature cardiovascular disease.
08 June 2025
- The future of dryland agriculture doesn’t lie in synthetic fertilisers or imported technologies but in working with nature through indigenous species that have long adapted to the rhythms of...
08 June 2025
- Tesla CEO Elon Musk greets U.S. President Donald Trump as they attend the NCAA men's wrestling championships in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S., March 22, 2025.
08 June 2025
- Failure to cascade the sustainability strategy, metrics and targets across the entire group can result in significant challenges when reporting.
08 June 2025
- Inconsistent rules and regulations, including those related to product standards and origin, continue to create confusion and barriers for African traders who want to explore the continent's...
08 June 2025
- Unlike many vegetable and seed oils that undergo intensive industrial processing, tallow remains largely untouched, making it a hit among health-conscious consumers.
08 June 2025
- Globally, AI is projected to account for nearly half of all data centre electricity use by 2026, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
08 June 2025
- By harnessing AI’s capabilities, they are developing and deploying financial products tailored to individual customer needs.
08 June 2025
- In recent years, many African economies have faced a challenging paradox: rising investment in infrastructure has not always translated into timely project delivery.
08 June 2025
- Rwanda has announced its decision to withdraw from the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) following a diplomatic dispute over its alleged role in the conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
08 June 2025
- Since its commissioning in May 2021, the Sh310 billion port has received a total of 106 ships.
08 June 2025
- The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has officially suspended its humanitarian activities in Niger, following a directive from the country’s military-led government to shut down its offices.
08 June 2025
- Botswana has announced a 16% cut in its diamond production for 2025, a significant decision reflecting the country’s response to ongoing challenges in the global diamond market.
08 June 2025
- Draft CMA rules may compel some stockbrokers to restructure their boards and appoint new CEOs to comply.
08 June 2025
- In recent years, the tendency to divide people into generational groups has taken deeper root. What started as a simple distinction has now bloomed into what some call intergenerational warfare, with each group pitted against the others, competing for…
08 June 2025
- JUNE 8 – The row between Donald Trump and Elon Musk over a major spending bill has exacerbated uncertainty over the future of Nasa’s budget, which is facing deep cuts. The space agency has published its budget request to Congress, which would see…
08 June 2025
- NAIROBI, Kenya, June 8 – Fresh produce and retail distributor Twiga Foods has announced a temporary pause in operations as it undertakes key internal upgrades, including a relocation to a more strategic distribution facility. The company expects to…
