12 January 2024
- Uganda has been the subject of debate in the international community owing to two key reasons. The first is its new anti-gay bill, which most Western countries regard as severe, and the second is its oil pipeline project with Tanzania, which has…
12 January 2024
- Safaricom, M-PESA Africa, and Sumitomo Corporation have launched an accelerator programme for fintech and content startups.
12 January 2024
- KAMPALA, Uganda, Jan 12 – Mastercard will be working with firms such as Haqdarshak Empowerment Solutions, Shell Foundation, and the Co-operative Bank of Kenya to support various sectors of the economy. The financial technology company says that the…
12 January 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 12 – Kenya is gearing up for the upcoming IASP’s global summit on science parks and areas of innovation this year. The event will take place from September 24 to 27, 2024. In preparation for the event, the Technopolis Development…
12 January 2024
- As a business leader, I see an urgent need to reimagine our approach to transportation, a sector responsible for about 23 per cent of global energy-related CO2 emissions (IEA).
12 January 2024
- SHENZHEN – US retail giant Costco Wholesale on Friday opened a new store in the city of Shenzhen, South China’s Guangdong province, which is the sixth Costco store on the Chinese mainland. The store, located in Longhua district, covers a total area…
12 January 2024
- While Dr William Ruto celebrated this PhD milestone, there have been plenty of critics who cast doubts at the academic achievement.
12 January 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 12 – Professor Patrick Verkooijen is the new Chancellor of the University of Nairobi. This follows his appointment by President William Ruto on January 12. He takes over from Professor Amukowa Anangwe whose tenure has ended. Prof…
12 January 2024
- If owning a car is part of your resolutions for 2024, but you are budget-conscious, one popular option for buying used cars in Kenya is purchasing one through auctions. Car auctions provide a unique and budget-friendly avenue for individuals…
12 January 2024
- So you’re in a happy, healthy relationship and starting to become a huge part of each other’s lives. Things are getting serious; maybe you have even moved in together and are now thinking of merging your finances. But there’s a problem. You and…
12 January 2024
- For many college students, money often gets tight, and the financial aid from guardians and HELB may not be enough. If you have reached this juncture, it's time to consider how to generate extra income. This article will discuss ten ways college…
12 January 2024
- "The Government will introduce a withholding tax on agricultural produce which will be a final tax at a rate not more than 5 per cent of the value of the produce delivered to the cooperatives or other organised groups," the National Treasury stated…
12 January 2024
- Last year, the financial landscape underwent significant transformations following the implementation of the Finance Act 2023. While some changes took effect immediately, with rollouts beginning in July and September 2023, others are poised to make…
12 January 2024
- The Kenya Shilling is depreciating at an even faster rate in 2024, Kenya's "visa-free" status is causing confusion for travellers, returns on government securities cross 18% as private sector activity improves on softening inflation plus a worrying…
12 January 2024
- The FERFA charge more than doubled, from Ksh3.17 in December 2023 to a record high of Ksh6.46. EPRA cited the continued weakening of the Kenyan shilling against the dollar for the increased cost. One consumer who spoke to Money254.co.ke noted that…
12 January 2024
- In 2023, the Nigerian economy faced one of its toughest years in a decade, with both small businesses and major companies bearing the brunt of an economic downturn.
12 January 2024
- In 2023, the Nigerian economy faced one of its toughest years in a decade, with both small businesses and major companies bearing the brunt of an economic downturn.
12 January 2024
- Nava Apparels asked to retain jobs as it acquires local EPZ.
12 January 2024
- From single optical shop in 2018, the Lapaire Group currently operates 58 stores across its markets.
12 January 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 12 – Africa Logistics Properties (ALP) CEO Richard Hough has retired after six years at the helm. ALP is a developer of modern industrial warehousing in East Africa. Hough joined the firm in 2017 as Chief Operating Officer before…
12 January 2024
- Following the clearance the firm will now operate through the Cashlet mobile application.
12 January 2024
- CHINA, Jan 12 – Commerce Minister Wang Wentao voiced serious concerns on Thursday about the restrictions placed by the United States on the export of lithography machines used in chipmaking to China through third-party channels. Wang also expressed…
12 January 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 12 – Safaricom and Sumitomo Corporation have opened applications for startups to join the recently established Spark Accelerator Program. M-Pesa Africa will join the three-month initiative that provides a blend of training,…
12 January 2024
- MIGORI, Kenya, Jan 12 – Migori County Governor Ochillo Ayacko has responded to the letter written to the controller of budget about the misappropriation of funds in Migori County.While addressing the press at the County official residence, Ochilo…
12 January 2024
- Small-scale farmers account for over 70 per cent of agricultural production in Kenya.
12 January 2024
- The President will also issue licenses to six investors, immediately opening up job opportunities.
12 January 2024
- Investors to access cheaper power as President Ruto launches sub-station.
12 January 2024
- The initial step in achieving your personal financial goals and aspirations involves defining what you want to accomplish.
12 January 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 12 – A former Internal Security Assistant Minister is being held at Luzira Prison in Uganda over alleged gold scamming, smuggling, and forgery of Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) documents. Stephen Kipkiyeny, who was charged on…
12 January 2024
- This is a boon for dairy farmers and is likely to spark a price war among dairy companies as they woo farmers for milk supply.
12 January 2024
- LONDON, United Kingdom, Jan 12 – This year will very likely see a general election in the United Kingdom. In the ordinary course of events, this would mean the main parties cranking into life carefully-planned programs to build up their reputations…
12 January 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 12 – Karen residents are calling on the government to stop the destruction of Ololua Ridge and Mbagathi Ridge by a developer who is putting up a construction project. Through their umbrella body, the Karen Lang’ata District…
12 January 2024
- TOPLINE The Federal Aviation Administration announced Thursday it’s investigating whether Boeing failed to ensure its planes were safe for flying after a a “plug” door fell off a 737 Max 9 plane flying from Portland, Oregon. KEY FACTS The FAA said…
12 January 2024
- A former Kenyan government official is currently being detained in Uganda on charges of gold smuggling. Kenya’s ex-Assistant Minister for Internal Security Stephen Tarus is being charged with smuggling 13 kilos of gold into Uganda using fake papers…
12 January 2024
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 12 – Kenyans will start paying more for the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) from next month after an upward review of the rates. According to a notice by the fund, employers will now have to deduct between Sh420 and Sh1,740…
12 January 2024
- CHINA, Jan 12 – Joblessness and the jobs gap have both fallen below pre-pandemic levels but global unemployment will rise this year, and growing inequalities are causes for concern, an International Labour Organization report said. Despite worsening…
12 January 2024
- The Star newspaper, published by Radio Africa Group, won the tender to distribute the government-owned MyGov weekly newspaper insert.
12 January 2024
- WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 (Xinhua) — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Thursday reiterated that the cost of fragmentation would be significant, noting that global Gross Domestic Product (GDP) could fall by 4.5 pct in extreme “de-risking” scenario…
12 January 2024
- NAIROBI, Jan. 11 (Xinhua) — The Kenyan shilling declined to a record low of 160 against the U.S. dollar Thursday, exerting pressure on the East African nation’s falling foreign exchange reserves and raising the cost of imports. The Central Bank of…
12 January 2024
- Over 60 world leaders will join hundreds of business executives and campaigners at the Swiss ski resort of Davos for the five-day annual meeting of the World Economic Forum
12 January 2024
- Activity at the Nairobi Coffee Exchange had plunged spooked by shaky State-led reforms.
12 January 2024
- Okwiri says his priority in the new role is basically to accelerate the impact of Konza Technopolis to the country.
12 January 2024
- Principal of Nova Pioneer Tatu Girls High School has written a book on her difficult childhood, defined by violence.
12 January 2024
- Dr Nyaboke Nduati - principal of Nova Pioneer Tatu Girls High School - has written a book on her difficult childhood, defined by violence and FGM.
12 January 2024
- Burundi has declared an indefinite closure of its border with Rwanda. This decision came weeks after Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye accused Rwanda of harboring and training the Red Tabara rebel group.
12 January 2024
- Dr Nyaboke Nduati - principal of Nova Pioneer Tatu Girls High School - has written a book on her difficult childhood, defined by violence and FGM.
12 January 2024
- The biggest bondholders are commercial banks, whose fair value paper losses have at times in the last two years gone into double digit billions due to rising yields.
12 January 2024
- While Dave fearlessly jokes about various subjects, including people with disabilities, he manages to do it tastefully.
12 January 2024
- The biggest bondholders are commercial banks, whose fair value paper losses have at times in the last two years gone into double digit billions due to rising yields.
12 January 2024
- Dr Nyaboke Nduati - principal of Nova Pioneer Tatu Girls High School - has written a book on her difficult childhood, defined by violence and FGM.