October 02, 2023
Africa: Why Debt Financing is So Important for the African Business Market
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the beating heart of Africa's economies. According to the World Economic Forum, as engines of growth, SMEs are responsible for around… Read more »
Kenya: Absa Eyes Chinese Investors With a New Desk
Chinese investors and businesspeople operating in Kenya and East Africa will access banking services after the relaunch of the China Desk by Absa Bank Kenya. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Esports Game to Be Covered By 5G Network
The Kenya Esports Games African qualification will be covered by the 5G network following a deal between Huawei and the Esports Federation of Kenya. Read more »
Kenya: Togolese Airline Enters Kenya With Direct Lome-Nairobi Flights
Togolese passenger airline Asky Airlines started flying to Nairobi from Lome on Saturday as the company expanded its presence in East Africa. Read more »
Kenya: Kericho MP Wants the Govt to Build Access Roads in All Roadside Markets
Kericho Women Representative Beatrice Kemei is sponsoring a motion in the National Assembly to compel the national government to build proper access roads on all roadside markets… Read more »
October 01, 2023
Kenya: Miraa is Not a Drug It's a Cash Crop Like Any Other - DP Gachagua
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has reiterated that the government is committed to resolving challenges affecting miraa Farmers. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Says Labour Pacts With Over 12 Countries to Reduce Unemployment
President William Ruto says bilateral agreements signed with over twelve countries for semi-skilled, skilled and professional jobs will reduce unemployment in the country. Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Voted Most Supportive at Small Business Awards 2023
The Nairobi County Government has been voted as the "Most Supportive County" during the just concluded Small Business Awards 2023. Read more »
Kenya: Landscape Architects Call for Recognition of Their Profession
The Architects Association of Kenya (AAK) has joined landscape architects from all over the world to call for recognition of their profession. Read more »
October 02, 2023
Kenya: Over 300,000 Jobs for Kenyans in Google, Intel, Apple
President William Ruto has disclosed that foreign digital companies have expressed interest in hiring nearly 300,000 employees for their digital industries. Read more »
September 30, 2023
Kenya: We Will Not Privatise the Port of Mombasa, President Ruto Affirms
President William Ruto has affirmed that the government is not planning to privatise the Port of Mombasa amid claims from a section of opposition leaders. Read more »
Kenya: Safaricom Picks New Company Secretary As Kathryne Maundu Resigns
Linda Mesa Wambani will, from tomorrow, be the new Safaricom Company Secretary following the resignation of Kathryne Maundu. Read more »
September 27, 2023
Kenya: African Development Bank Blacklists Kenyan Firm Over Fraud
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has blacklisted Joycot General Contractors Limited for engaging in fraudulent practices. Read more »
Kenya: Parliament Watchdog Committee Calls for Audit of CBC Classroom Construction Funds
The Parliamentary watchdog committee has demanded a special audit on the expenditure of Sh4.5 billion used for the construction of phase 2 of the Competency-Based Curriculum… Read more »
Kenya: NBK Unveils 'National Business Forum' to Empower SMEs
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will access funds as well as financial advisory services through a partnership between the National Bank of Kenya (NBK) and The Leadership… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Settles Sh35.32 Billionn for Credit Fuel Under a Government-to-Government Deal
Kenya has settled Sh35.32 billion in credit fuel that was signed early this year under the government-to-government (G-to-G) deal with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates… Read more »
September 26, 2023
Kenya: Petitioner Seeking Tik Tok Ban Tones Down Quest
The petitioner seeking a ban on TikTok in the country due to inappropriate content has toned down and now wants regularization of the application through strict regulations. Read more »
Kenya: Data Commissioner Fines 3 Firms Sh9.4 Million Over Data Infringements
The Office of the Data Protection Commissioners (ODPC) has fined three firms Sh9.4 million for infringing on personal data. Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Affirms Govt Resolve to Improve Coffee Farmers Earnings
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Monday evening convened a high powered consultative meeting on Coffee Subsector Reforms and affirmed that the Government will not be distracted… Read more »
Kenya: NCBA Seeks Full Ownership of AIG Insurance
NCBA Group Board of Directors has approved the full acquisition of AIG Kenya Insurance Company Limited for an undisclosed amount. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya to Host Africa Energy Forum in October
Renewable Energy Forum Africa (REFA), a European program supported by GET.invest, which mobilizes investment projects in renewable energy in developing countries, is set to hold a… Read more »
September 25, 2023
Kenya: KRA Deploys 1,400 Officers to Help Kenyans With iTax, Business Trading Registrations
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has deployed 1,400 Revenue Service assistants to help with iTax and the registration of trading businesses that are yet to be registered by the… Read more »
Kenya: Nyamira Doctors to Down Tools From Midnight Over CBA With County Govt
Doctors in Nyamira County are set to down their tools starting midnight following a disagreement between the county government and Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist… Read more »
September 24, 2023
Kenya: City Hall to Generate Sh19.9 Billion From Own-Source Revenue in 2023/2024 Financial Year
Nairobi City County Chief Officer Revenue Administration, Wilson Gakuya has highlighted the importance and benefits of the Finance Bill 2023/2024, which is set to undergo Public… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya to Examine Tax Reforms to Maximize Trade Deals With China
The Kenyan government has set foot in signing trade deals with Chinese exhibitors as it seeks to create a window of business opportunities, capacity building, and knowledge… Read more »