07 November 2023
- Remittance from finance and insurance sector recorded suppressed growth in the July-September period. Sector has historically been a significant source of income for the government.
07 November 2023
- The Central Bank of Kenya has intensified its efforts to combat illicit dollar trading, even as the shilling depreciated to a fresh all-time low against the US dollar.
07 November 2023
- CS and World Bank attributed the increase to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. But CBK weekly bulletin indicates global oil prices are declining due to the dissipating impact of the war.
07 November 2023
- Fuel prices threaten to reach a historic high of Sh300 as stakeholders discuss solutions. Fuel prices are said to be on the brink as a consequence of the Gaza conflict.
07 November 2023
- Uganda is Kenya's largest trading partner, accounting for 11.1 per cent of total exports. Move could also affect petroleum re-exports to South Sudan, Rwanda and parts of DRC
07 November 2023
- Imagine this: With the right financial support, you can explore exciting opportunities such as expanding your product line, entering new markets, or launching innovative marketing campaigns. These strategic moves can breathe new life into your…
07 November 2023
- The Supreme Court has dismissed Tuju's application to provide additional evidence to support his fight to block the seizure of a Sh3.5 billion Karen property.
07 November 2023
- KRA has collected Sh51 million revenue in four months (Between July and November) from goods intercepted by customs officers at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) passenger terminal.
07 November 2023
- NEW DELHI, Nov. 7 (Xinhua) — India’s top court Tuesday asked states neighboring Delhi to stop stubble burning to check air pollution in the country’s national capital and outskirts. The apex court, while observing that choking air quality was…
07 November 2023
- NCBA Economic Forum noted that the Kenya’s economic growth path potentially faces several challenges including foreign exchange pressure occasioned by weak shilling and low official FX reserves, uncertain weather conditions and persistently high…
07 November 2023
- NAROBI, Kenya, Nov 7 – The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has enhanced vigilance across all ports of entry to enhance compliance with customs on restricted and prohibited items. The taxman says that it has of late observed a high number of high-end…
07 November 2023
- African Guarantee Fund (AGF) and international nonprofit TechnoServe have signed a new partnership to facilitate critically needed access to finance for processors and other businesses in the West African cashew-nut value chain. The partnership is…
07 November 2023
- The management partnership with Nairobi Safari Club is part of Swiss-Belhotel International’s Africa portfolio expansion strategy for the Hong Kong-based global hotel management group.
07 November 2023
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 7 – Being a first-time mom can be a daunting task for many mothers-to-be. Knowing prenatal and postnatal care can be especially challenging without prior parenthood knowledge. However, Malaica, an online support team for future…
07 November 2023
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 7 – Kenya’s charm offensive to lure tourists from Europe, Asia, and Africa began yesterday with a first stopover in London, United Kingdom. Stakeholders from the Kenya Tourism Federation took part in the World Travel Market (MTW…
07 November 2023
- LISBON, Nov. 7 (Xinhua) — The Public Security Police (PSP) and the Portuguese Public Prosecutor’s Office on Tuesday carried out searches into several ministries, including the office and the official residence of Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio…
07 November 2023
- In anticipation of COP28 – the United National Climate Change Conference – which takes place later this month, we speak to food and beverage conglomerate, PepsiCo about the significance of the conference, and how the company is tackling its climate…
07 November 2023
- The everyday Kenyan is fed up watching YouTube and TikTok clips of large motorcades and frequent flyer pictures of leaders escaping a country where many struggle to get home.
07 November 2023
- The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has enhanced vigilance across all ports of entry in a bid to enhance compliance with Customs regulations on restricted and prohibited items. The move comes after KRA observed an upward trend in the entry of high-…
07 November 2023
- Marian Wright Edelman said, “In trying to make a big difference, don’t ignore the small daily differences we can make.” Small but targeted differences have the potential to make a great impact. According to Good Finance, social impact is the effect…
07 November 2023
- The final recommendations for nature-related risk management and disclosure were launched by Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) in September 2023, and today has been introduced to the Kenyan market in partnership with the…
07 November 2023
- It has come to the attention of the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) that there are entities and persons providing money or value transfer services without the requisite license or authorization from the CBK. Money or value transfer services include…
07 November 2023
- In a world of perpetual change, the adage “the more things change, the more they remain the same” holds a poignant truth. The echoes of historical injustices like slavery and colonialism have resurfaced in insidious forms, adapting to the evolving…
07 November 2023
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 7 – Besieged Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has pleaded not guilty to seven charges against her as the Senate impeachment trial against her kicked off. The Meru County Boss is facing charges including misappropriation and misuse…
07 November 2023
- In a world where change is constant, it’s often said that the more things change, the more they remain the same. The echoes of historical injustices, such as slavery and colonialism, have resurfaced in different forms. Today, we witness a…
07 November 2023
- Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you are unable to complete your transaction due to insufficient funds while paying for goods and services, paying bills, sending money, or purchasing airtime through *247#, Equitel, or the Equity…
07 November 2023
- LOS ANGELES, Nov. 6 (Xinhua) — Booming farm-free food may produce huge environmental and social benefits and help mankind to address the growing climate crisis, according to a study published Monday in the journal Nature Sustainability. In the…
07 November 2023
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 7 – The Kenyan economy is projected to grow by six percent in 2024, according to the NCBA Economic Forum. Expected growth will be boosted by a rebound in the agriculture and service sectors. The high cost of living, however,…
07 November 2023
- Equity Group Managing Director and CEO Dr. James Mwangi has called for increased social inclusion of refugees in Africa. In his address to the delegates attending the 2nd edition of the Amaharo Refugee Forum in Accra, Ghana, Dr Mwangi called on…
07 November 2023
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 7 – CeraVe, the globally renowned dermatologist-recommended skincare brand, has introduced its CeraVe Acne Range in the Kenyan market, in a bid to make affordable acne treatment accessible to millions of Kenyans who are…
07 November 2023
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 7 – Nairobi Safari Club has inked a deal with Swiss-Belhotel International, a Hong Kong-based hotel management company, to run the hotel. This is part of Swiss-Belhotel’s expansion plan in Africa. The facility, which is housed…