June 01, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto Unveils Hustler Fund for Groups
President William Ruto today rolled out the Hustler Fund for groups, allowing organizations and businesses to borrow money collectively. Read more »
Kenya: Tackling Predator Lenders - Govt to Unveil Low-Cost Financing for e-Motorbikes
The Government is set to unveil low-cost financing for electric motorbikes in a bid to shield boda boda operators from predatory lenders. Read more »
Kenya: Housing Fund Contribution a Moral Obligation, Backers Are Patriots - President Ruto
President William Ruto has termed contributing to the proposed Housing Fund as a moral obligation for Kenyans in formal employment. Read more »
June 02, 2023
Kenya: Sakaja to Unveil Second County ICU, Ground Break Central Kitchen Construction
The Nairobi County Government is set to launch a second Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at the Mbagathi hospital. Read more »
June 01, 2023
Kenya: Ruto in Embu for Kenya's 60th Self-Rule Anniversary Themed on SMEs
President William Ruto was expected in Embu on Thursday to lead the country's 60th anniversary celebration since attainment of internal self-rule. Read more »
May 31, 2023
Kenya: South African Budget Carrier Airlink Unveils Nairobi-Joburg Flights
South African budget carrier Airlink today officially launched its flights between Kenya and South Africa. Read more »
Kenya: Carrefour Opens Its 20th Store in Eastleigh
Retail chain Carrefour has opened its 20th store at Business Bay Square Mall (BBS) in Eastleigh, Nairobi, as it seeks to tap the area's growing population and businesses. Read more »
Kenya: Central Bank Governor Disputes Dollar Bond Will Mop Up Excess Cash
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor Patrick Njoroge has said that the dollar bond will not mop up excess American currencies. Read more »
Kenya: Rescue Operation at JKIA After Plane Overflying Nairobi Encounters 'Incident' - KAA
The Kenya Airports Authority has explained that that the ‘incident’ at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) was a security drill. Read more »
Kenya: Rwandese Ride-Sharing Firm Yego Enters Mombasa
Rwandese ride-sharing company Yego has expanded its services to Mombasa, allowing locals to book online taxis affordably. Read more »
June 01, 2023
Kenya: Kenya's Monthly Inflation Rises Slightly to 8% in May
Kenya's monthly inflation increased slightly to 8 percent in the month of May, attributed to high prices of food and non-food items. Read more »
May 31, 2023
Kenya: Adoption of Circular Economy Will Create Jobs, Keep Environment Clean - PS Ng'eno
Environment and Climate Change Principal Secretary Festus Ng'eno says Kenya was accelerating the adoption of circular economy as part of its sustainable waste management so as to… Read more »
Kenya: Clearing and Forwarding Experts Root for Tech in Operations
Clearing and forwarding experts are rooting for the adoption of technology in the sector to enhance efficient service delivery. Read more »
Kenya: Over 4 Million Farmers Registered in 5 Months
A total of 4,287,713 farmers have been registered in the past five months in the ongoing farmers registration drive, data from the Agriculture and Interior Ministry shows. Read more »
May 30, 2023
Kenya: CBK Governor Nominee Thugge Roots for Issuance of Locally Sold Dollar Denominated Bond
Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor nominee Kamau Thugge is proposing the issuance of locally sold dollar denominated bond with the government offering good rate to aid liquidity. Read more »
Kenya: USIU-Africa's Team Tawi Win the 2023 Microsoft Imagine Cup World Championship
A team of student tech innovators from USIU-Africa in Kenya have won the 2023 Microsoft Imagine Cup World Championship competition after a final round judging of three finalists… Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Services Resume as Staff Sign CBA Agreement With Nairobi County Government
City Hall is back in full operation after an agreement was reached between the staff and the Nairobi County Government. Read more »
Kenya: British American Tobacco Steps Up Sustainable Agriculture With Own Farmers
Cigarette manufacturer British American Tobacco has rolled out an avocado planting programme to ensure food and financial security for its farmers across the country. Read more »
Kenya: Ex-KAA CEO Appointed ICAO Regional Director Eastern, Southern Africa
Kenya's Lucy Wanjiku Mbugua has been appointed the Regional Director for International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) Eastern and Southern African Office. Read more »
Kenya: Boost for SMEs as Pesapal Unveils Real-Time Payments Settlement in Kenya
Digital payment platform Pesapal has introduced a real-time settlement for merchants in Kenya, enabling fast transfer of funds into their accounts. Read more »
Kenya: Housing Fund Will Attract Foreign Investment, Finance Bill Should Be Passed - CBK Governor Nominee Thugge
Nominee for Central Bank of Kenya Governor post Kamau Thugge has defended the proposed Finance Bill 2023 despite vehement opposition from various stakeholders, insisting it will be… Read more »
Kenya: Opposition Azimio Withdraws From Bi-Partisan Talks Until Finance Bill is Revoked
Azimio - One Kenya Coalition Parliamentary Group says it will not take part in the bipartisan talks until the contentious Finance Bill is withdrawn. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya, India Stage Joint Naval Drill to Foster Interoperability
Kenya Navy Ship (KNS) Jasiri and Indian Navy Ship (INS) Trishul has conducted a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) outside the Port of Mombasa. Read more »
Kenya: KURA Invites Bids for Establishment of Nairobi Intelligent Transport System
The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) has invited bids for the establishment of the Nairobi Intelligent Transport System (ITS) and junction improvement project, Phase 1. Read more »
Kenya: Nearly 5 in 10 Millennials Pay Sh11-50 for Content Per Day
About five in 10 (46 percent) of millennials pay between Sh11 and Sh50, excluding platform fees, to access online content every day. Read more »