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8 Apr 2026 - A surge in global oil prices driven by the Middle East conflict is piling pressure on African economies, weakening currencies, raising debt costs and fuelling fears of a…

8 Apr 2026 - Madagascar declared a nationwide state of energy emergency for 15 days after fuel shortages spread across the country, as disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict…

8 Apr 2026 - The KBA Centre for Research on Financial Markets and Policy said external shocks—including higher global oil prices and geopolitical tensions—pose upside risks despite…

8 Apr 2026 - The new clinic, located at Landmark Plaza, will offer advanced diagnostic and treatment services in cardiac sciences, oncology, neuroscience, renal care, orthopaedics, spine…

8 Apr 2026 - Nigeria’s Zenith Bank PLC has formally entered the Kenyan financial market after completing the full acquisition of Paramount Bank Limited, marking a significant milestone in…

8 Apr 2026 - The American oil conglomerate, ExxonMobil, recently stated that it is nearing a $10 billion foreign investment decision with Africa’s largest oil producer, Nigeria.

8 Apr 2026 - The allocation comes as KRA targets to raise about Sh900 billion by June 2026 to meet its annual revenue goal of Sh2.97 trillion.

8 Apr 2026 - The engineer, who lives in London, is believed to have designed a program to be able to access personal pictures on the site while avoiding security checks.

8 Apr 2026 - Global cybercrime losses surged to a record $20.8 billion in 2025, with more than 1 million complaints filed, as Nigeria and South Africa ranked among countries flagged in…

8 Apr 2026 - Africa’s fintech powerhouse Flutterwave is preparing for a significant expansion into lending after securing a national microfinance banking licence from the Central Bank of…

8 Apr 2026 - “It took me 18 years to understand the formula. It may take 20 years or more to fully live it. … ContinuedThe post True Success Takes At Least Twenty Years To Materialize:…

8 Apr 2026 - In Kabarnet Town, the county headquarters, matatu operators plying routes to Nakuru, Eldoret and Marigat reported difficulty accessing fuel.

8 Apr 2026 - Ghana’s Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, recently disclosed that the West African country is losing $2.5 billon in export value annually.

8 Apr 2026 - Uchumi currently operates under a Company Voluntary Arrangement, an agreement between the company and its creditors supervised by the court. 

8 Apr 2026 - Del Monte Kenya Ltd, a grower, producer, and the largest single exporter of Kenyan products, has entered into a formal … ContinuedThe post Del Monte Kenya Enters Agreement…

8 Apr 2026 - Data from the Communications Authority of Kenya shows domestic courier parcel volumes rose 14.1 percent to 3.9 million, driven by e-commerce growth, food delivery platforms,…

8 Apr 2026 - Students at the Kenya National Drama and Film Festival are translating policy themes into a playbook for everyday commerce, showing … ContinuedThe post Digital Finance And…

8 Apr 2026 - Kenya's government has launched its largest-ever auction of mining rights to attract global investors and raise revenue by offering access to strategic minerals.

8 Apr 2026 - A new report finds most Kenyan enterprises remain stuck in a "hustle economy" due to fragmented markets, weak aggregation, and limited access to growth capital.

8 Apr 2026 - Fresh payments to road contractors are set to inject new life into Kenya’s infrastructure sector, after years of stalled projects and mounting unpaid bills. Roads Principal…

8 Apr 2026 - When it comes to SMEs, productivity is often discussed in terms of output, efficiency, and revenue growth. Business owners obsess … ContinuedThe post How Poor Health Coverage…

8 Apr 2026 - In the life of a small business, risk is often imagined in dramatic terms—fires, theft, market shocks, or regulatory crackdowns. … ContinuedThe post Here Is The Fragility…

8 Apr 2026 - Athi Water Works Development Agency is under pressure after it emerged that it is failing to collect more than half of the money it bills for water services, raising…

8 Apr 2026 - The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has crossed the Ksh 2 trillion mark in tax collections, pointing to a steady rebound in revenue despite pressure on households and…

8 Apr 2026 - Many airlines around the world have had to take emergency measures to counter the rising cost of fuel, which typically makes up 20-40% of their operating costs.

8 Apr 2026 - The price of benchmark Brent crude fell by about 15.9% to $92.30 a barrel, while US-traded oil was almost 16.5% lower at $93.80.

8 Apr 2026 - Standard Chartered has launched a China-Kenya Trade Corridor to help SMEs expand internationally by simplifying cross-border trade and providing practical financial support.

8 Apr 2026 - An open letter urges SMEs to look beyond their direct clients and understand their customers' customers as a powerful strategy for deeper growth and stronger value creation.

8 Apr 2026 - Kenya faces a critical 21-day fuel reserve window as the Middle East crisis disrupts oil supply, threatening widespread shortages across the country.

8 Apr 2026 - The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has begun a statewide deployment of freshly designed ZiG banknotes, a significant step in the country's continuing currency reform efforts.

8 Apr 2026 - Economists and energy experts have pushed back against remarks by Energy CS, Wandayi, dismissing claims that he was unaware of ongoing crisis.

8 Apr 2026 - Kenya will benefit from a $10 billion Afreximbank emergency fund designed to cushion economies from rising import costs triggered by the escalating Middle East conflict.

7 Apr 2026 - Ghana’s Damang gold mine is set for a major ownership shift, with West Africa’s indigenous mining firm Engineers & Planners, led by billionaire businessman and CEO…

7 Apr 2026 - Kenya’s March inflation figures edged up slightly to 4.4% compared to 4.3% in February as the Gulf Crisis begun to manifest in the local economy. The price of food was the…

7 Apr 2026 - Uganda currently owns a 20.15 percent stake in Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) after it bought shares worth over Sh20 billion in the firm’s recent initial public offering (IPO).

7 Apr 2026 - Kenya’s top firms are using comedians over traditional influencers to boost brand visibility with relatable content.

7 Apr 2026 - Nairobi Business Venture (NBV) has become the latest company listed on the bourse to issue a profit warning, underscoring a tough business operating environment prevailing in…

7 Apr 2026 - Cash-rich individuals and corporates who were benefiting from the high interest rates regime are now bound to look for new places to park their funds following the drop in…

7 Apr 2026 - Kenya has since March 2023 been importing fuel via the G-to-G deal with Saudi Aramco, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) and Emirates National Oil Company (Enoc) on a…

7 Apr 2026 - Jane Nduta’s shift from nutrition scholar to tech professional in Portugal shows that success abroad demands reinvention beyond the scholarship.

7 Apr 2026 - Ms Gathungu found the management to be in breach of the law, and the continued payment of salaries and allowances amounted to an irregular charge on public funds.

7 Apr 2026 - Kenya’s next price review on April 14 is therefore expected to reflect the higher prices of the commodity.

7 Apr 2026 - Successful payouts would bring to an end a dispute that has dragged on for about a decade as oil marketing companies (OMCs) demanded reparations by KPRL for ‘yield shift’…

7 Apr 2026 - The KRA approved only Sh774.8 million and rejected the balance of Sh1.06 billion, citing alleged undeclared sales based on its data analysis.

7 Apr 2026 - The Kenya Bankers Association hosted a forum with CISI and CareEdge Ratings to strengthen credit analysis and improve lending decision frameworks in Kenya's banking sector.

7 Apr 2026 - In all, these 23 dealmakers and moguls are worth $126.7 billion, up 21% from 2025. This list was first published on Forbes.com Billionaire fortunes continue to surge in…

7 Apr 2026 - KRA is relying on digital tools designed to tighten tax compliance and plug revenue leakages across the economy.

7 Apr 2026 - The Democratic Republic of Congo has secured a $1.882 billion tourism investment commitment from the United Arab Emirates, in one of the largest country allocations under a…

7 Apr 2026 - The National Assembly’s recommendations come in the wake of a Senate Bill that seeks to allow counties to levy fees on public energy infrastructure such as wayleaves.

7 Apr 2026 - South Africa’s largest lender by market value, FirstRand, is preparing to exit the United Kingdom following a costly regulatory fallout linked to unfair motor finance…