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05 September 2024 - A recent Auditor General's report questioned the financial viability of Kenya's affordable housing program, revealing over 10,000 unoccupied homes. Despite this, State House clarified that these houses were built before President Ruto's tenure,…

05 September 2024 - When my brother missed a hostel slot in Nairobi, it led to a good investment decision. Discover how I turned this challenge to an opportunity by investing in Kenya's premier I-REITs as I discovered that ASA I-REITs operated the biggest brands in…

05 September 2024 - Discover the advantages of precast construction—a method that designs and produces building components in a factory before on-site assembly. This approach accelerates construction, enhances quality, and reduces costs. Learn how precast technology…

05 September 2024 - Reflect on your 2024 financial resolutions and get back on track with our comprehensive guide. Learn how to revise your budget, review financial goals, assess your current situation, boost income, automate savings, and stay accountable to achieve…

05 September 2024 - Court of Appeal declares Finance Act 2023 unconstitutional, null, and void, reverting tax laws to Finance Act 2022 provisions. Key impacts include changes to VAT, income tax rates, and withholding tax deadlines. The decision leaves the government…

05 September 2024 - Understand the key traffic laws and penalties for major offences on Kenyan roads, including overspeeding, driving under the influence, and reckless driving. Learn your rights and responsibilities as a driver to ensure safety and compliance with…

05 September 2024 - Nominee for Cabinet Secretary in the Ministry of Interior was the first one to give the National Assembly’s Committee on Appointments a breakdown of his wealth. He placed his net worth at Ksh694 million.

05 September 2024 - Audit report on the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) for alleged recruitment irregularities. The report reveals issues with KRA's e-procurement system, including recruitment of candidates with grades below the required D+, duplicate records, and…

05 September 2024 - Here are the essential types of accounts in Kenyan Savings and Credit Cooperatives (SACCOS) that impact your savings and loan access. Learn about the Shareholder Account, Savings Account, and Current Account, their features, advantages, and how to…

05 September 2024 - Considering moving in with your partner? Discover essential financial tips to ensure a smooth transition, from budgeting and income disparity to financial compatibility and trust. Learn how to communicate effectively about money, align financial…

05 September 2024 - The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has launched two new infrastructure bonds aiming to raise Ksh50 billion for 2024/2025 projects. Sales run from July 25 to August 14, with an auction on August 14. Minimum investment is Ksh50,000, and trading starts…

05 September 2024 - Here is my journey from quitting a well-paying job in a remote village to seeking success in Nairobi. Challenges and lessons learned about the realities of city life versus village life, and why sometimes, the grass isn't always greener on the…

05 September 2024 - Discover the driving habits that are increasing your car's fuel consumption and costing you more at the pump. Learn how aggressive driving, speeding, idling, poor vehicle maintenance, and more can impact your fuel efficiency. Get practical tips to…

05 September 2024 - President William Ruto's newly nominated Cabinet as of July 2024. The second round of nominations includes a mix of returning members and opposition politicians. Read the full list of nominees, the roles they've been assigned, and the changes in…

05 September 2024 - Learn how successful entrepreneurs separate personal and business finances to avoid financial setbacks. Discover practical tips and strategies, including paying yourself a salary, using separate bank accounts, maintaining an emergency fund,…

05 September 2024 - The government, through Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has responded to reports of an alleged sale of the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). Demonstrators, under the hashtag #OccupyJKIA, have sought to pressure President William…

05 September 2024 - Explore the causes, symptoms, and effects of burnout—a psychological disorder rooted in chronic work stress. Learn how to identify who is most at risk and discover strategies to combat burnout, maintain work-life balance, and improve your well-…

05 September 2024 - State House has requested Parliament to re-assign it Ksh597 million for compensating staff from the now-scrapped Office of the First Lady. In total, State House asked Parliament to re-allocate an extra Ksh1.7 billion after the budget cuts that…

05 September 2024 - The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has announced the cancellation of the 9.5% salary increase for teachers scheduled for July 2024, due to a KSh10 billion budget cut following the fall of the Finance Bill 2024. TSC CEO Nancy Macharia stated…

05 September 2024 - KenGen to Build 42.5MW Solar Power Plant Near Seven Forks Dams. The project, in partnership with the French Development Agency, will enhance renewable energy in Kenya, providing affordable and reliable electricity, and addressing climate change.…

05 September 2024 - Dismissed Cabinet Secretaries will receive Ksh2.45 million each following President William Ruto's cabinet dissolution. According to SRC regulations, the gratuity is 31% of their basic salary per year, subject to a 30% tax. Collectively, they will…

05 September 2024 - TOKYO, Sept. 5 (Xinhua) — Toyota Motor Corp. said Thursday it has resumed production of the three models that had been affected by a recent vehicle testing scandal. Production of the Corolla Fielder, Corolla Axio and Yaris Cross restarted on…

05 September 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 5 – Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has won a tax claim against M-Pesa Foundation amounting to Sh6.5 million. This comes after the Tax Appeals Tribunal dismissed an appeal by the M-Pesa Foundation, a charitable arm of Safaricom,…

05 September 2024 - The government had touted the CAIPs as the crucial link between agriculture and manufacturing sectors.

05 September 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya Sept 5 – The National Police Service Commission (NPSC) has increased the basic salaries of police constables at entry level by Sh 4,000 from Sh 21,645 to Sh25,645. The Commission chairperson, Eliud Kinuthia, said on Thursday the…

05 September 2024 - KRA documents show that slightly more than 1.06 million people applied for the partial tax pardon during the 10-month window.

05 September 2024 - Building a change-ready senior team should be top priority for any CEO

05 September 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 4 – Members of Parliament have summoned Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Commissioner-General Humphrey Wattanga over claims the country lost over the Sh62 billion in a tax evasion scandal by Asia PTA limited and Louis Dreyfus…

05 September 2024 - JAKARTA, Sept. 5 (Xinhua) — Indonesia kicked off on Thursday the two-day International Sustainability Forum (ISF) in Jakarta, gathering state leaders, decision-makers, CEOs and sustainability experts from 53 countries to build collaboration for…

05 September 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 5 – A liter of milk sold by farmers in Kenya rose by 5.7 percent to Sh49.9 last year, data from the State Department for Livestock Development shows. In 2022, farmers, on average, were getting Sh47.2 on the same volume. An…

05 September 2024 - President Xi Jinping promised to create at least 1 million jobs and improve market access for African trade.

05 September 2024 - A personal health crisis spurred Ebun Feludu to switch to using coconut milk, and today, through her enterprise, she is on a valuable mission to plant over a million coconut trees with other farmers in Nigeria. Kokari, which means ‘let the good go…

05 September 2024 - UGANDAN OLYMPIAN Rebecca Cheptegei dies at 33; family says she passed on while undergoing treatment for severe burns she suffered in an attack by her ex-lover. More follows...

05 September 2024 - NASA admitted on Wednesday there was "tension" during meetings with Boeing executives about how to bring home two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station.

05 September 2024 - NAIROBI, Sept. 4 (Xinhua) — Experts and officials met Wednesday in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, to discuss ways to promote access to healthcare in East Africa. The three-day Medic East Africa Exhibition has brought together more than 8,000…

05 September 2024 - SEP 5 – Car company Volvo has announced it has abandoned its target to produce only fully electric cars by 2030, saying it now expects it will also be selling some hybrid vehicles by that date. The car maker blamed changing market conditions for…

05 September 2024 - When Danai Gurira returned to the United States (U.S.) at the age of 19 from Zimbabwe, she was acutely aware that something was lacking in the way African stories were being told. “This built up an outrage in me, so to speak, because I couldn’t…

05 September 2024 - Nairobi, Kenya, September 5 -Trends Research, a leading data technology company headquartered in the Innovation Hub, DIFC, Dubai, is excited to sponsor the Africa Fintech Summit 2024, taking place from September 4-6 at the J.W. Marriott in Nairobi…

05 September 2024 - Perched on a creek about 16 kilometres north of Mombasa, Shanzu Law Court was arguably the smallest judicial station at the coast before the deadly pirates created a hell off the Coast of Somalia.

05 September 2024 - KQ promised to provide updates on the situation while stressing its commitment to the safety of its passengers.

05 September 2024 - Equity Bank, KCB and the Co-operative Bank top in financial services.

05 September 2024 - This, as pipeline extension to Kampala remains in the cards.

05 September 2024 - Firms also increased their purchases of inputs, whereas employment fell for the first time so far this year.

05 September 2024 - The conference brings together over 200 stakeholders from the built environment sector.

05 September 2024 - The Health Act, 2017 requires employers to set up a lactation space for their employees.

05 September 2024 - National carrier cites unscheduled engine overhaul for recent flight delays.

05 September 2024 - A fresh row is brewing over a new formula for sharing revenue that will see 24 counties lose Sh12.2 billion.

04 September 2024 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 4 – Devolved units across Kenya’s 47 counties are facing a looming crisis as county government workers threaten to down tools over unresolved pay grievances. The Kenya County Government Workers Union (KCGWU), which represents…

04 September 2024 - SEP 4 – Motor dealer CFAO Motors Kenya’s Toyota and Mercedes-Benz received top honors in the latest Brand Africa 100 ranking. The report, sponsored by Capital Club and Brand Africa in partnership with Gina Din Group, named Toyota as the most…

04 September 2024 - GENEVA, Sept. 4 (Xinhua) — The World Trade Organization’s (WTO) Goods Trade Barometer released on Wednesday indicated that global goods trade continued its recovery in the third quarter of 2024. The barometer, a composite leading indicator for…