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1 May 2026 - When a government commissions an independent inquiry into its own conduct during a period of national crisis, it makes a … ContinuedThe post Tanzania Confronts Its Past,…

1 May 2026 - Overall, sales of Apple products grew 17% to $111bn (£81bn) in the first three months of the year, compared to the same quarter a year ago, the company said in financial…

1 May 2026 - The upgrade raises entry-level speeds to about 15 Mbps, mid-tier plans to 35 Mbps and 80 Mbps, while higher packages now reach up to 400 Mbps, targeting households with heavy…

1 May 2026 - Africa's digital transformation agenda gained momentum in Nairobi as Huawei unveiled new connectivity and energy technologies, with leaders calling for stronger collaboration.

1 May 2026 - Africa’s growing importance in global textile, apparel, leather and fashion sourcing is creating a new wave of industrial investment opportunities, with Kenya increasingly…

1 May 2026 - Nairobi beauty startup launches "Skincare Wallet" allowing users to save in small installments for skincare products, making premium beauty routines more affordable .

1 May 2026 - The reinsurer is moving to tap fee-based income as competition from regional players intensifies.

1 May 2026 - After years of rapid expansion, Africa’s fintech sector is entering a new phase, one where credibility, governance and financial discipline are becoming as important as…

1 May 2026 - Gold mining operations in Mali are continuing despite escalating conflict, with several international operators maintaining production and, in some cases, increasing…

1 May 2026 - Foreign gold miners are holding firm in Mali despite rising conflict, with some companies increasing spending on self-funded security to safeguard operations and manage…

1 May 2026 - Mwenda Mwimbi left a government engineering job to build Aquacentury, a custom aquarium business now growing into a niche brand despite market and supply challenges.

1 May 2026 - The court ruled in favour of Earthbanc and its subsidiary Earthtree Company Limited, rejecting all claims and reliefs sought by the plaintiff and ordering it to pay legal…

1 May 2026 - Fete held at Chavakali Boys High School.

1 May 2026 - Fete held at Chavakali Boys High School.

1 May 2026 - A new phase in China–Africa trade has begun, with the first shipment of South African apples entering China under a sweeping zero-tariff policy extended to African partners.

1 May 2026 - South Sudan has declined to renew the Block B3 exploration licence held by Oranto Petroleum, citing years of inactivity, including the failure to conduct seismic surveys,…

1 May 2026 - In 2025, the average mortgage size taken by Kenyans is approximately Sh9 million, a slight decrease

1 May 2026 - The funds are now witnessing growth in local investments in sectors such as water, agriculture, and renewable energy

1 May 2026 - Workers in the agriculture, forestry and fishing sector, which contributes the lion's share to the country's GDP are struggling to afford the same food items they produce and…

1 May 2026 - It heralds new opportunities for China and Africa to enhance and expand trade and investment cooperation

1 May 2026 - African Rail Co. is planning to raise about $170 million this year to expand its operations in South Africa, targeting investments in locomotives and wagons as it prepares to…

1 May 2026 - The firm’s audited financial results show that it recorded a profit after tax of Sh1.24 billion, up 16.2 per cent from 2024.

1 May 2026 - The United States House Appropriations Committee has approved a foreign assistance bill that would impose stricter conditions on financial support to Nigeria, signalling…

1 May 2026 - Cite short notice even as they question nuclear authority capacity, cost implications

1 May 2026 - 350.org East Africa calls for decentralised affordable renewables to bring bills down

1 May 2026 - A growing number of global shipping companies are diverting vessels away from the Suez Canal and the Red Sea, opting instead for the longer route around southern Africa, as…

1 May 2026 - John Mbadi says Ruto steered Kenya's economy through tough times as KNBS data shows 4.6 per cent growth and sustained gains in key sectors.

1 May 2026 - Economic survey shows freight volumes went up 12.3% to 7.3 million tonnes.

1 May 2026 - National carriers safeguard connectivity, enable trade and reinforce national resilience in unpredictable world.

1 May 2026 - By Byron Mutali NAIROBI, Kenya, May 1 – More than 2,000 delegates from over 50 countries have convened this past week at the United Nations Office at Nairobi for the World…

1 May 2026 - About 98.2% of products stand to benefit from Early Harvest Agreement

1 May 2026 - Workers in the agriculture, forestry and fishing sector, which contributes the lion's share to the country's GDP are struggling to afford the same food items they produce and…

1 May 2026 - The slow growth recorded in agriculture in 2025 crept into the manufacturing sector, whose gross value added grew by two per cent in the period compared to three per cent in…

1 May 2026 - Nairobi has become Africa's leading hub for startup funding, attracting nearly $1 billion in 2025, though concerns remain about regulatory issues.

1 May 2026 - Africa and Europe are exploring two major subsea tunnel projects worth €800 million and up to €20 billion as part of broader efforts to diversify trade routes amid rising…

1 May 2026 - The future of Kenya's labour movement will not be secured by preserving personalities, but by strengthening democratic institutions.

1 May 2026 - Kenya has made huge strides in the digital revolution, as evidenced by the use of multiple social media platforms, fintech, edutech, medtech and the country's flagship mobile…

1 May 2026 - Amsons Group has committed Sh4.5 billion to build 10 mother-and-child hospitals in Kenya over the next three years.

1 May 2026 - Jesca Karegua said that with numerous players in the market, such customised solutions not only enhance customer satisfaction but also play a critical role in creating a…

1 May 2026 - As Kenya approaches Labour Day, the national mood around work is increasingly uneasy. Beneath the ceremonial speeches lies a stark … ContinuedThe post How Del Monte Kenya’s…

1 May 2026 - The Economic Survey 2026 by KNBS shows the sector accounted for 7.1 per cent to the GDP, a slight drop from 7.3 per cent in 2024

1 May 2026 - The association wants a standard TRA fee of Sh12,000 per annum for bars and restaurants, not pegged to turnover.

1 May 2026 - Topline Elon Musk said Thursday his artificial intelligence startup, xAI, has used technology from OpenAI to train its own AI models, a process commonly called distilling,…

1 May 2026 - As of December 2024, China had already implemented a duty-free policy for 33 least-developed African nations. The policy now covers 53 countries, and will be in place until…

1 May 2026 - A bigger highway between Mombasa and Nairobi has been on the wish list of successive governments aiming to ease congestion on the busy road to and from the country’s major…

1 May 2026 - Nairobi recorded the highest enrolment with 34,506 learners in 2025, up from 13,194 the previous year. Women accounted for 18,562 of the learners in the capital.

1 May 2026 - Family planning injections, the most widely used method, saw new clients fall by around 11 percent, from approximately 693,000 to 618,000, while revisits dropped by about…

1 May 2026 - The shift, driven by changing consumer preferences, particularly among younger audiences, leans towards flexible, mobile-first viewing over fixed subscription packages tied…

1 May 2026 - According to the Economic Survey 2026, there were 2.5 million tourists who visited the country last year representing a 6.2 per cent growth.

1 May 2026 - Growth in the agricultural sector slumped last year due to unfavourable weather patterns characterised by below-average rainfall, which affected key crops.