February 10
Kenya: Export-Led Growth, the Cure to Kenya's Currency Devaluation
Kenya finds itself at a crucial juncture in its economic trajectory. The Kenyan shilling (KES) has experienced significant depreciation against the United States Dollar (USD) and… Read more »
February 03
Kenya: Safaricom Customers Won't Be Able to Send Money From M-Pesa to Unregistered Mobile Accounts From Monday
Safaricom says customers will not be able to send money from M-Pesa to unregistered mobile accounts from Monday. Read more »
February 02
Kenya: Kenya Railways Refutes Claims of Low SGR Bookings
Kenya Railways has refuted claims of low bookings of the Madaraka Expressway Services. Read more »
Kenya: EPRA Says Embakasi LPG Storage Plant at Gas Explosion Site Illegally Erected
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) says the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) storage and filling plant in Mradi area where there was a gas explosion that killed… Read more »
Kenya: Construction Permit for LPG Facility Hit By Explosion Was Rejected, EPRA
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has revealed that the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) storage and facility plant in Mradi, Embakasi, exploded last evening. Read more »
Kenya: Court Suspends Implementation of Minimum Wage for Private Security Guards
The Employment and Labour Relations Court of Kenya has stopped the implementation of the minimum wage for private security guards. Read more »
February 01
Kenya: Kenya and South Africa Strengthen Trade Ties Under AfCFTA Framework
Kenya and South Africa on Thursday intensified their efforts to strengthen the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) framework. Read more »
January 31
Kenya: Corporate Sector Lauded for Aiding Growth of Golf Clubs in Kenya
The corporate sector in Kenya have been exalted for their consistent support to golf clubs around the country through regular tournaments to generate revenue. Read more »
Kenya: 1,537 Firms Submit Sh145.5bn Pending Bill Request to the State
A total of 1,537 companies have submitted unpaid pending bill requests to the state worth Sh145.5 billion as of January 30, 2024. Read more »
Kenya: Govt to Begin Crackdown on Unregistered Airbnbs
The government has announced plans for a crackdown on unregistered short-term accommodation facilities, including Airbnbs, in response to the surge in femicide across the country. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Pending Bills Hit Sh145.5 Billion in January
Unpaid government Pending bills stood at Sh145.5 billion as of January 30, 2024, amid difficulties by the state to clear arrears owed to private and government businesses. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan, Ethiopian Cut Flowers to Face More Scrutiny in EU
Cut rose flowers from Kenya and Ethiopia face more scrutiny in order to access the European Union (EU) market. Read more »
Kenya: KRA in Deal With Accountants to Develop New Taxes
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) will work with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) to promote professionalism in handling tax matters, streamlining tax… Read more »
January 30
Kenya: President Ruto Courts European Investors in Italy
President William Ruto has urged European investors to explore investment opportunities in Africa. Read more »
Kenya: KMPDU Issues Strike Threat Should Govt Not Restore Comprehensive Health Cover
The Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists and Dentist Union (KMPDU) has given the government a one-month ultimatum to restore their comprehensive health cover failure to which… Read more »
Kenya: Mombasa Poultry Farmers Decry Proposed Levies on Chicken Products
Poultry farmers have raised opposition to a proposal by Mombasa County to impose new levies on chicken products, arguing it will impact their business. Read more »
Kenya: Jambojet Ranked 2nd in Africa for Youthful Fleet
Budget airline Jambojet has been ranked second on the African continent for having a youthful fleet for the third year running by aviation data and news outlet, ch-aviation. Read more »
January 29
Kenya: DP Gachagua to Chair Intergovernmental Budget Committee
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua will on Monday chair an Intergovernmental Budget Economic Council (IBEC) summit. Read more »
January 30
Kenya: State Names 25 Receiver Managers to Oversee Debt Recoveries
The government has named 25 new receiver managers who will manage bankrupt firms. Read more »
Kenya: SGR Train Extension to Kisumu to Improve Lake Transport
Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o has projected a robust lake transport following the government's intention to extend the Standard Gauge Railways (SGR) from Nakuru to Kisumu. Read more »
January 31
Kenya: Kisumu Traders Paralyse Transport in Demonstrations Over Relocation Plans
Kisumu City Manager Abala Wanga has remain steadfast in the wake of protests by Kisumu traders who vowed to topple him out of office. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Seeks Public Views on Enhanced Airbnb Regulations
The government is actively seeking public input to refine regulations governing short-stay facilities, Tourism Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has revealed. Read more »
January 29
Kenya: Bayer Named 2024 Employer of Choice in Kenya, South Africa
German pharmaceutical firm Bayer East Africa has been named 2024 Top Employer in both Kenya and South Africa for demonstrating exceptional Human Resource practices. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya, U.S. to Forge Stronger Ties in Trade Partnership
Kenya and the United States on Monday underscored their mutual dedication to strengthening bilateral trade and investment. Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Urges Counties, State Corporations to Clear Pending Bills Before June
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged county governments and state-run agencies to expedite the payment of pending bills for the 2022/23 financial year. Read more »