March 05
Kenya: Lilian Atho - How I Became CEO After Quitting Teaching for Groceries
"I am a mother, wife, grandmother and a businesswoman. This is how Lilian Atho introduces herself." Read more »
March 06
Rwanda: Rwanda to Capitalize On the Naivasha Icd to Cut Cargo Transit Distance
The Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) has pledged to capitalize more on the Naivasha inland container depot to reduce the transit distance for their cargo. Read more »
March 04
East Africa: East African Community Bloc Dismisses Fake Common Currency
The secretariat of the East African Community (EAC) regional bloc has dismissed a post on X, formerly Twitter, which claimed that the bloc's member countries have launched a common… Read more »
Kenya: Safaricom Sacco to Rebrand As It Sets Sights On Growth
Safaricom Sacco has announced an upcoming rebranding initiative after significant growth since its establishment in 2001. Read more »
March 03
Uganda: Completion of Kitale-Endebess-Suam Road to Boost Trade Between Kenya, Uganda
Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has asserted that the Completion of Kitale-Endebess-Suam to boost trade between Kenya, and Uganda. Read more »
March 01
Kenya: Nairobi County Sets Aside Sh800mn for City Stadium - Gov Sakaja
Nairobi County Governor Johnson Sakaja has said they have set aside Sh800mn to facilitate the renovation of the City Stadium, now to be called the Joe Kadenge Stadium. Read more »
February 29
Tanzania: Zanzibar Welcomes Impending Debut of Jambojet's Mombasa-Zanzibar Flight
The Government of Zanzibar has welcomed the impending debut of the Jambojet's flight linking Mombasa and Zanzibar. Read more »
February 28
Kenya: Ruto Unveils Ambitious Plan On Kenya's Shift Towards a Skills-Based Economy
The government has reiterated plans to enhance its investment plans in the Information Communication and Technology (ICT) sector further for accelerated national development. Read more »
February 26
Kenya: Regulatory Changes On Bond Valuations to Give Pension Scheme Members Accurate Depiction of Their Financial Health
The industry-wide adoption of the revised accounting practices on bond valuations is expected to provide pension funds with a more accurate depiction of their financial health. Read more »
Kenya: CMG 2024 Lantern Festival Gala Captivates Audience With Blend of Tradition and Technology
- As twilight descends upon the 15th day of the Chinese New Year, the maiden full moon of the Year of the Dragon rises in the sky, commencing a new lunar cycle. The Chinese Lantern… Read more »
Kenya: Embakasi Central MP Questions Transparency in NYS Recruitment
Embakasi Central MP Benjamin Gathiru, popularly known as Mejja Donk, has raised concerns about the transparency of the recruitment process for the 15,000 National Youth Service… Read more »
February 25
Kenya: Gachagua Promises New Measures to Tackle Illicit Alcohol Trade
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said stringent measures will be rolled out to wipe out illicit brews and drugs destroying the lives of hundreds of Kenyans beginning Monday. Read more »
Kenya: Miano Leads Kenya's Delegation to Mc13 Abu Dhabi Conference On Trade Policies
Investments, Trade and Industry Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano is leading the Kenyan Delegation to the 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) of the World Trade Organization (WTO)… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Sustains Call to Reform Global Financial Order At Hage Memorial
President William Ruto has urged African leaders to work together in pushing for reforms of the international financial system. Read more »
February 26
East Africa: New Vessel Unveiled to Link Cargo Between Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania
Uganda has introduced a new ro-ro vessel, MV Mpungu, that is set to conduct operations between Kenya Uganda, and Tanzania. Read more »
February 22
Africa: Digital Finance Summit to Convene in Johannesburg
The 3rd annual Africa Digital Finance Summit is set to take place in Johannesburg, South Africa. Read more »
February 20
Kenya: Court Blocks Kisumu County From Relocating Bus Park
The Kisumu County Government has been dealt a blow in its attempt to relocate a section of Kisumu public service vehicles to the new Mowlem bus park. Read more »
Kenya: Kebs Bans Importation of Secondhand Evs With Less Than 80pc of Battery Life
The Kenya Bureau of Statistics (KEBs) has issued a notice banning the importation of secondhand electric vehicles (EVs) whose battery life is less than 80 percent. Read more »
Kenya: American Agency in Sh8.73bn to Address Kenya's Pedestrian Transportation Needs
An official from the U.S. Government's Millennium Challenge Corporation's (MCC), an independent U.S. government development agency, met Kenyan state officials to finalize a new… Read more »
Kenya: Completion of Narok-Bomet Cable Line Will Solve Frequent Power Outages, Kenya Power
The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has said that the completion of the Narok-Bomet cable line will address the country's incessant power outages that disrupt economic… Read more »
Kenya: Army Officers Intecept Uncustomed Sugar in Garissa, No Arrests Made
Police in Dadaab have launched a probe following the recovery of uncustomed goods by officers of the Kenya Army attached to Garissa's Modika Barracks. Read more »
Kenya: Kplc Eyes 400,000 New Customers in 2024
Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) plans to connect 400,000 new users to the national grid as it seeks to meet universal electricity access. Read more »
Kenya: NSE Names Frank Mwiti As New CEO
The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has announced the appointment of Frank Mwiti as the new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Geoffrey Odundo, who is set to retire on March 1… Read more »
Kenya: Healthcare Workers in Kisii Issue 14-Day Strike Notice Over Arati Goons
Healthcare workers in Kisii have issued a 14-day strike notice to the county government over continued threats from a group of brutal enforcers linked to Governor Simba Arati. Read more »
February 21
Kenya: Bolt Discusses Welfare, Safety and Regulatory Concerns With Drivers
Ride-hailing platform Bolt yesterday hosted drivers on its platform to discuss their welfare, safety, and regulatory concerns. Read more »