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12 May 2025 - Kenya's youth account for 75 percent of the population. In the last general election, our voting bloc was the largest, and yet, youth turnout was the lowest.

12 May 2025 - In 1930, British economist John Maynard Keynes predicted that by 2030, technological advancements would reduce the average workweek to just 15 hours. His logic seemed solid. Between 1900 and 1930, United States’ GDP quadrupled, while the average…

12 May 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, May 12 — Subaru Kenya and Strathmore University have entered into a partnership aimed at boosting electric vehicle (EV) innovation and strengthening STEM education in the country. The collaboration, launched on May 9 at Strathmore’s…

12 May 2025 - Nigeria's economy posted its strongest growth in nearly a decade in 2024, fueled by a robust fourth quarter and a healthier fiscal outlook, according to the World Bank.

12 May 2025 - The local unit has been more volatile against other global currencies, including the euro and the British pound.

12 May 2025 - Evidence shows that investments in nurses pay off.

12 May 2025 - The relationship between France and Algeria continues to deteriorate, as the North African country takes the bold decision to expel 15 French diplomats.

12 May 2025 - MAY 12 – The White House is in discussions with the royal family of Qatar to possibly receive a luxury jumbo jet, intended for use as an Air Force One presidential plane. In a statement, Qatar denied that the plane would be a gift, but said the transfer…

12 May 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, May 12 – Family Bank has entered into a deal with EIB Global, a development investment arm of the European Investment Bank, to lend Sh14.7 billion to women-owned and youth-led businesses in the country. In the deal, EIB Global will…

12 May 2025 - Russia aims to strengthen its influence in Africa by providing its state-backed military force - Africa Corps - to replace the ousted Wagner group and defend the Central African Republic (CAR).

12 May 2025 - Equity Group emerged as a top performer at the 20th edition of the Think Business Banking Awards 2025, securing 16 awards across key categories that address innovation, financial literacy, SME support, and sustainability.

12 May 2025 - As the fifth month of 2025 rolls on, several African countries are still dealing with consistently high fuel prices, a pattern that strains economies, inflates family spending, and stymies development efforts

12 May 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, May 12 – The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) has launched a nationwide public awareness campaign aimed at demystifying genetically modified organisms (GMOs), as the agency moves to tighten regulatory oversight and decentralize its…

12 May 2025 - MAY 12 – The US and China have agreed a deal that will significantly cut the import tariffs, or taxes, both sides have imposed on one another for a 90-day period. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said both countries would lower their reciprocal…

12 May 2025 -  NAIROBI, Kenya, May 12 – Kenya Power is currently installing new sensors on its power lines to detect line faults, temperature anomalies, and mechanical stress in real-time, reducing outages besides improving grid performance. The Megger’s MGA Sensors…

12 May 2025 - Established in 2015 with an initial turnover of KES 17.8 million (USD 138,000), the Nairobi-based institution has reported cumulative revenues exceeding KES 3 billion (USD 23 million) by the end of 2024.

12 May 2025 - Nigerian business mogul and Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, alongside fellow billionaire David Rubenstein, have made a push into the Kenyan tourism industry with the acquisition of Pollman’s Tours and Safaris.

12 May 2025 - Topline The U.S. and China on Monday announced they would significantly cut back tariffs placed on each other’s goods for at least 90 days as both sides plan to continue negotiations on a trade deal, triggering a major surge in U.S. stock futures and…

12 May 2025 - The average gross daily yield for MMFs in March stood at 11.03%, reflecting ongoing economic adjustments and falling short-term interest rates.

12 May 2025 - MAY 12 – With US President Donald Trump due to visit Gulf states this week, a key focus will be securing significant new investment for the US economy. “President Trump wants the announcement [of more Gulf money for the US],” says economist Karen Young…

12 May 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, May 12 – The Tax Appeals Tribunal has ruled in favor of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) regarding whether VAT is applicable on annual practicing certificate fees and other fees charged on the society members. The ruling came after the…

12 May 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, May 12 — The fourth edition of the Africa Soft Power (ASP) Summit will take place in Nairobi from May 21 to 25, bringing together public and private sector players to explore ways of boosting Africa’s creative, digital, and knowledge-…

12 May 2025 - The United States has rejected a United Nations proposal to help finance the African Union’s new peacekeeping mission in Somalia.

12 May 2025 - MAY 12 – Both China and the United States have said that they’ve made progress at trade talks between the two countries in Switzerland. The US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described the discussions as “productive and constructive,” while China’s…

12 May 2025 - NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 11 – A long-running legal battle over more than 9,000 acres of contested land in Kisumu County has taken a new twist after a lawyer representing Miwani Sugar Company (in Receivership) rejected a proposed government-brokered consent…

12 May 2025 - Public projects spending cuts, pay raises freeze and business woes fuel defaults.

12 May 2025 - Consumers still grapple with higher retail prices despite the fall in wholesale prices of liquefied petroleum gas.

12 May 2025 - Treasury budget documents show that the six authorities will be disbanded in light of devolution and their impact on local governance.

12 May 2025 - President Donald Trump's administration intends to accept a luxurious Boeing 747-8 jet as a gift from the Qatari royal family, according to sources.

12 May 2025 - President Donald Trump's administration intends to accept a luxurious Boeing 747-8 jet as a gift from the Qatari royal family, according to sources.

12 May 2025 - The first group of white South Africans granted refugee status under a program introduced by U.S. President Donald Trump departed from Johannesburg’s main international airport on Sunday.

11 May 2025 - As of May 2025, over 500 coworking spaces are active across Africa’s major cities, marking a sharp increase from previous years.

11 May 2025 - In today's volatile global security landscape, combat tanks remain a vital component for examining the extent of a country's military might.

11 May 2025 - Kenya is now expected to lean on cheap financing from the World Bank over the next few years as funding from the IMF dries up in the absence of a new programme.

11 May 2025 - KRB petitioned the tribunal in April 2024 after the KRA demanded income tax of Sh1.7 billion for the seven years to 2022.

11 May 2025 - Nigeria and Ghana, two West African nations, have held talks on the sidelines of the West African Gas Pipeline (WAGP) Committee of Ministers meeting in Accra to resolve a pending $75 million debt dispute.

11 May 2025 - A three-judge bench substituted the award made to Dr Major (Rtd) Shadrack Mutia Muiu with an order for striking out his petition.

11 May 2025 - This is the second year in a row that Mr Jiwa is increasing his shareholding having held 60 shares till the end of 2022.

11 May 2025 - Smart recommendation engines match tourists with community-led experiences with blockchain systems enabling fair, direct payments.

11 May 2025 - The South African government has disapproved of the United States' plan to receive white Afrikaners as refugees, reportedly set to begin in the coming week.

11 May 2025 - Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) will fully take control of the SGR operations from Chinese firm, Afristar by December 2025.

11 May 2025 - In the era of independence, we must concede that foreign investment still dominates, but it has brought with it capital, operational expertise and new technology.

11 May 2025 - The drop was primarily attributed to budget cuts, particularly from major donors like the US and Germany.

11 May 2025 - Investment in EPZ manufacturing activities increased by 5.6 percent to Sh34.1 billion in 2024.

11 May 2025 - A framework for sustainable finance must cover some basic components to enable the organisation to fulfil its ambition.

11 May 2025 - The CBK data shows the stock of NPLs for the real estate sector rose 16.62 percent to Sh118.6 billion at the end of last December from Sh101.7 billion a year earlier.

11 May 2025 - Charging premium rates during peak hours or location of access may optimise network resources, but it risks deepening the digital divide.

11 May 2025 - Beyond timelines, the economic contribution of the Kwale project offers another critical lesson.

11 May 2025 - Report reveals that hackers are going beyond mainstream platforms by developing and trading specialised malicious LLMs tailored for cybercrime.

11 May 2025 - Africa holds a very significant renewable energy potential, particularly in hydropower and solar, which already account for a large share of electricity generation in several countries.